FIAT 500 Life on Board
Published: 19th January 2008
FIAT 500 Interior
Despite its compact overall dimensions, the new Fiat 500’s 2300 mm wheelbase affords it a capacious, flexible interior with seating for four adults. Painstaking detailing of the seat bases and tailgate hinges has created surprisingly commodious rear seat accommodation.
The combination of a height adjustable seat, rake adjustable steering wheel, tapering A pillar and generous glazing offer the Fiat 500 driver a comfortable, highly adaptable driving position with excellent all-round visibility. Unrivalled driver ergonomics have been achieved through painstaking detailing and the careful placement of switchgear.
Complementing a clear, functional driver's instrument binnacle which houses both rev counter and speedometer within a single, double-bezelled dial, the high quality centre console raises the gear lever to within the closest practical proximity of the steering wheel, allowing for quick, accurate changes with minimal physical effort. Careful consideration has gone into the placement of all other console-based functions, with the stereo CD/radio placed at the highest level to offer ease of access with minimal driver distraction.
The steering wheel, together with the central dashboard area which houses ventilation/air conditioning controls, may be specified in a choice of finishes, black or ivory, whilst the main fascia panel has a paint finish to match the exterior bodywork colour. Extensive cabin storage includes two large dashboard compartments, a bin under the front passenger seat cushion, generous door pockets, small and medium sized drawers, centre console cup holders and a removable rear parcel shelf.
Via a top hinged tailgate and low loading threshold, the luggage compartment offers 185 litres of storage, and a maximum of 550 litres with the rear seat back folded.
Fiat 500
Our Fiat 500 Guide lists the full specification of the current UK 500 range, including car prices, fuel consumption, dimensions and other vital data.
Price Range: £7,905 - £10,710
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Models in the range: 9
We have road tested the Fiat 500, to read our in-depth car review:
Fiat 500 Review - Feb 2008
Our Car Buyer’s Guide covers all of the UK’s major new cars and includes CO2 ratings and car insurance groups. Data updated on the 6th July 2008
