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With the new 500L, customers will enjoy the same performance figures offered by a 2013 500, but thanks to a total length increased by 27.7 inches, the 500L offers 42-percent more interior room.
The model adds two more doors and, thanks to its increased height and width, it will offer the best-in-class interior volume of 120.1 cubic-feet. Everything else remains pretty much identical to any other 500 model, but an extra segment-exclusive glass A- to D-pillars will provide nearly 360-degree panoramic views.
Fiat adds in the all-new Uconnect 5.0 and 6.5 touchscreen systems.
The 500L will be offered in four trim levels: Pop, Easy, Trekking and Lounge and will be priced from $19,100.
Click past the jump to read more about the 2014 Fiat 500L.
2014 Fiat 500L
- Make: Array
- Model: 2014 Fiat 500L
- Engine/Motor: inline-4
- Horsepower: 160
- Torque: 184
- Transmission: six-speed manual
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Exterior
The new 500L features the same design language seen on any other Cinquecento model, but it offers a "cab forward" approach that helps improve the driver’s visibility. Fiat is also installed segment-exclusive glass A- to D-pillars to provide an interior environment nearly encapsulated by 360-degree views.
Also, as standard feature each model will be offered with a large dual-pane glass sunroof system, while a contrasting Nero (black) or Bianco (white) painted roof is available as an option.
Fiat 500L Pop
-Premium Koni frequency selective damping (FSD) front struts
-Rear shock absorbers
-Bi-halogen headlamps with daytime running lamps
-16-inch chrome-accented wheel covers
-All-season tires
-Stainless steel exhaust tip
-Black exterior mirrors with driver and passenger side spotter mirrors
Fiat 500L Easy
-16-inch aluminum wheels
-Deep-tint rear glass
-Body-color exterior mirror caps
Fiat 500L Trekking
-Two-piece front and rear fascias with Grigio Chiaro (graphite) inserts
-Fog lamps
-Satin-finished "whiskers"
-Door handles
-Unique lower front and rear fascia accents
-Grigio Chiaro wheel arch and body-side sill moldings
-Grigio Chiaro recessed license plate area
-Lower left and right side reflector surrounds
-Larger 17 x 7-inch aluminum wheels with wider 225/45R17 all-season tires
Fiat 500L Lounge
-16-inch aluminum wheels
-Fog lamps
-Chrome body-side moldings and mirror caps
-Dual sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
Dimensions
Length |
163.0 inches |
Width |
70.1 inches |
Height |
65.4 inches |
Interior
Thanks to the increased size and the two extra doors, the new 500L offers about 42-percent more interior space than the 500 hatchback. Just like on any other model, Fiat offers numerous personalization options and premium materials on the 500L.
As a first for a Fiat model, the new 500L can be ordered with either Uconnect 5.0 or 6.5 systems. The 5.0 version is offers a 5-inch touchscreen that enables hands-free calling via Bluetooth-equipped phones, as well as voice-command control of the AM/FM radio. This audio system also has optional SiriusXM Radio, a USB media port and a navigation system.
On the 6.5 version the touchscreen is increased to 6.5-inch and it gets additional SiriusXM satellite radio, mobile phones and navigation with intuitive map graphics.
Fiat 500L Pop
-*Heat
-*Air conditioning
-*Power lock and windows with one-touch up/down
-*Cruise control
-*Body-color instrument panel
-*Six speakers
-*Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) with trip computer
-*Miles-to-empty
-*Average fuel economy and tire-pressure monitoring (TPM) display -*Steering wheel controls
-*Six-way adjustable cloth seats with driver and front-passenger height adjust
-*60/40 split-fold rear seatbacks with segment-exclusive fore-aft adjustment
-*Recline and tumble/slide feature
-*Tilt and telescoping steering column
-*12-volt console and auxiliary power outlets
-*Multi-position cargo area trunk panel
-*Cap-less fuel-filler door
-*Floor mats
-*Interior observation mirror
-*Dual sun visors with vanity mirrors
Fiat 500L Easy
-Front seat center console with armrest
-Leather-wrapped square-in-circle designed steering wheel
-Premium leather-wrapped shift knob with chrome accent
-Vinyl-wrapped instrument panel available in three colors
-Unique cloth seat fabric
-Six-speaker FIAT premium audio system with 520-watt amplifier
Fiat 500L Trekking
-Painted instrument panel bezel
-Unique two-tone Nero/Marrone (black/brown) interior environment
-Leather-wrapped steering wheel
-Door and door-panel armrest bolsters
-Low-back bucket premium cloth seats
-Floor mats
Fiat 500L Lounge
-*Premium vinyl-wrapped instrument panel available in two colors -*Premium heated leather front seats with power four-way adjust
-*Two-way power driver’s side lumbar
-*60/40 split-fold rear seatbacks with segment-exclusive fore-aft adjustment
-*Recline and tumble feature
-*Integrated armrest with cup holders
-*Automatic dual-zone climate control
-*Auto-dimming rear-view mirror with compass
Drivetrain
Just like with any other model in the 500 lineup, the new 500L version will be offered with a 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo four-cylinder engine that delivers a total of 160 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque.
The engine hooks up to a six-speed manual or Euro Twin Clutch transmission and delivers an EPA estimated 33 mpg on the highway.
Prices
Model |
Price |
2014 Fiat 500L Pop |
$19,100 |
2014 Fiat 500L Easy |
$20,195 |
2014 Fiat 500L Trekking |
$21,195 |
2014 Fiat 500L Lounge |
$24,195 |
Fiat also offers a Premier Package that adds more than $1,700 of added value at no extra cost.
Competition
The Countryman is also one of the latest models added to the Mini lineup. It is basically a Cooper with an increased wheelbase and a higher ride.
The Countryman has the advantage of offering two levels of power. The standard and S versions make use of a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with 122 horsepower and 184 horsepower, respectively.
On the U.S. market, the Countryman is priced from $22,000.
Conclusion
The new 500L is the perfect 500 for big families. Still, if you ask us, the Countryman has the advantage of offering a better look. However, the 500L might turn out to be a real surprise and be as successful as the coupe version.