Press Kit: 2019 Fiat 500X

Auburn Hills, Mich. November 26, 2018 - The Fiat 500X delivers the Italian design and engaging driving dynamics synonymous with the FIAT brand. The 500X offers an advanced all-wheel-drive system, functionality, and a full array of safety, comfort and convenience features. The fun-to-drive small crossover features an all-new 1.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with engine stop-start (ESS) technology and best-in-class torque, standard nine-speed transmission and an all-wheel-drive system with a disconnecting rear axle for improved fuel efficiency. Loaded with nearly 70 advanced safety and security features, the Fiat 500X is available in three trim models and 12 exterior colors.
 
New for 2019:

• All-new 1.3-liter direct-injection turbocharged engine that increases fuel efficiency and reduces emissions is now standard on all models, providing 177 horsepower and 210 lb.-ft. of torque – more than its closest competitor
• All-wheel-drive capability now standard on all trim levels
• Available adaptive cruise control and Front Park Assist
• New front and rear fascia designs
• New LED daytime running lamps and tail lamps
• Available LED headlamps
• New paint colors: Italia Blue, Vibrante Green and Milano Ivory Tri-coat
• Three all-new wheel options: 17-inch Silver aluminum wheel (Trekking), 17-inch Matte Black machined wheel (Trekking Plus) plus 18-inch Matte Anthracite machined aluminum wheel (Trekking and Trekking Plus models)
• New seating fabrics:
  • Black Denim cloth (Pop)
  • Premium Quilted cloth (Trekking)
• New premium steering wheel and redesigned driver gauge clusters

  Highlights:

• 2019 Fiat 500X combines the authentic Italian design and engaging driving dynamics synonymous with the FIAT brand with an advanced all-wheel-drive system, unmatched functionality, and a full array of safety, comfort and convenience features
• Fiat 500X leverages the iconic Cinquecento’s DNA to deliver classic Italian style with additional space and utility, featuring comfortable seating for five, clever storage and additional ground clearance with 17- or 18-inch wheels. The 500X’s dual-pane sunroof (available on all trim levels) offers a power-sliding panoramic roof with side glass panels, which match with the body-side sheet metal for an open and spacious effect
• Fiat 500X Trekking features rugged styling with Satin Silver accents and unique front and rear fascia designs for a more distinct, adventurous look
• As the first FIAT vehicle available with an all-wheel-drive system, the Fiat 500X delivers performance, fuel economy and capability through thoughtfully engineered systems and components:
• The all-wheel-drive system utilizes a disconnecting rear axle to improve efficiency by reducing parasitic loss when the all-wheel drive is not needed
• Dynamic Selector system allows drivers to select the most suitable vehicle configuration for different driving conditions
• Loaded with nearly 70 available advanced safety and security features, including Front Park Assist and adaptive cruise control, Forward Collision Warning-Plus, LaneSense Lane Departure Warning-Plus, rain-sensing windshield wipers, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection
• The 2019 Fiat 500X offers advanced technology, including standard Uconnect 4 7-inch touchscreen radio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; Bluetooth handsfree calling, voice command and streaming audio; available navigation and SiriusXM Radio. The available BeatsAudio premium sound system includes eight speakers and a subwoofer for studio-quality sound
• Apple CarPlay enables iPhone users to access Apple Maps, Messages, phone and Apple Music through Siri Voice control or the Uconnect touchscreen
• Android Auto enables easy and safe access to Google voice search, Google Maps and Google Play Music via the Uconnect 7-inch touchscreen or steering-wheel controls
• Uconnect 4 system includes performance improvements with faster startup time, enhanced processing power, vivid imagery, plus higher resolution and sharper graphics

Model Lineup
For 2019, the Fiat 500X lineup consists of three models:

• Pop
• Trekking
• Trekking Plus

 Available Exterior Colors:

• Arancio (Orange)
• Bianco Gelato (White Clear Coat)
• Blue Sky Metallic
• Italia Blue
• Blu Venezia (Blue Metallic)
• Vibrante Green Metallic
• Grigio Argento (Gray Metallic)
• Grigio Moda (Graphite Gray)
• Nero Cinema (Black Clear Coat)
• Amore Red
• Rosso Passione (Red Hypnotique Clear Coat)
• Milano (Ivory Tri-coat)

Available Interior Colors:

• Black cloth
• Black premium cloth and premium leather
• Brown premium cloth and premium leather
• Avorio (Ivory) premium cloth

More Information
Please visit the Fiat 500X newsroom for the latest product information, photography, videography, plus access to specification and feature availability documents.