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2014 Fiat 500 1957 Edition

The 2014 Fiat 500 1957 Edition is a 101-hp 1.4-liter with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $20,400 MSRP and is rated at 33 mpg combined.

It makes 101 horsepower and 98 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 6,900 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 31 mpg city and 40 mpg highway (33 mpg combined).

The 500 measures 139.6 inches long on a 90.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,363 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$20,400 ($28,010 *)
MSRP with Destination$21,200 ($29,109 *)
Destination Charge$800
Engine
Engine TypeIn-line four-cylinder, liquid-cooled (1.4L MultiAir)
Displacement1.4 L
Horsepower101 hp
Torque98 lb-ft
Redline6,900 rpm
ValvetrainBelt-driven, MultiAir, SOHC, 16 valves, hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers
Bore and Stroke72.0 x 84.0 mm
Compression Ratio10.8:1
Injection TypeSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual (C514)
1st Gear3.909 (35 mph **)
2nd Gear2.174 (63 mph **)
3rd Gear1.345 (102 mph **)
4th Gear0.974 (141 mph **)
5th Gear0.766 (179 mph **)
Reverse3.818
Final Drive3.44
Fuel Economy
City31 MPG
Highway40 MPG
Combined33 MPG
Recommended Fuel87 octane (R+M)/2 acceptable; 91 octane recommended
Tank Capacity10.5 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson suspension, coil spring with twin-tube shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionRear twist-beam axle with coil springs and twin-tube shock absorbers
Brakes
Front Brake Calipers2.12 in. (54mm) single-piston, aluminum housing
Front Brake Disc10.1 x 0.86 in. (257 x 22mm) vented
Rear Brake Disc9.4 x 0.4 in. (240 x 11mm) solid
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15 in
Wheels Rear15 in
Tires Front185/55R15
Tires Rear185/55R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length139.6 in
Width64.1 in
Height59.8 in
Wheelbase90.6 in
Front Track55.4 in
Rear Track55 in
Ground Clearance4.1 in
Cargo Volume9.5 ft³
Curb Weight2,363 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)64% / 36%
Interior
Headroom Front38.9 in
Headroom Rear35.6 in
Legroom Front40.7 in
Legroom Rear31.7 in
Shoulder Room Front49.4 in
Shoulder Room Rear46.4 in
Hip Room Front47.9 in
Hip Room Rear42.6 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (14.7 % risk)
Tested variant: 2014 Fiat 500 3 HB FWD

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Fiat 500. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jun 25, 2024 · TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not illuminate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

Consequence: A TPMS warning light that fails to illuminate can result in the vehicle being driven with improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the TPMS electronic control unit module, free of charge. Owners were mailed July 11, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 80B.

NHTSA campaign 24V474000

Jul 3, 2019 · POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY

DLT, LLC. is recalling certain CravenSpeed Fiat Short Shifter shafts sold for use in 2011-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The Shifter Shaft may have been improperly manufactured with a through hole for the set screw rather than a blind hole, which may lead to the breakage of the Shifter Shaft.

Consequence: If the shifter breaks while the vehicle is in motion, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: DLT has notified owners, and will provide a complete replacement shifter assembly with an updated shaft, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2019. Owners may contact DLT customer service at 1-503-505-6886.

NHTSA campaign 19E044000

May 16, 2016 · POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 21, 2010, through January 12, 2016, equipped with a manual transmission. The clutch diaphragm spring may fracture and fail, causing an inability to switch gears.

Consequence: If the clutch diaphragm spring fails, the driver may not be able to shift gears or the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: The remedy for this recall will include the installation of a clutch pedal limiter and a clutch pedal switch. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S34.

NHTSA campaign 16V302000

May 18, 2015 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Fiat 500 battery electric vehicles manufactured March 8, 2013, to March 7, 2015. The Electric Vehicle Control Unit (EVCU) of the affected vehicles may set a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) that may cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift to neutral.

Consequence: If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, the loss of drive could increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EVCU, free of charge. The recall began June 19, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R20.

NHTSA campaign 15V291000

124 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2014 Fiat 500

Owner Complaints

124 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Fiat 500 (9 mention a crash, 7 a fire, 6 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train67
Electrical System22
Engine19
Unknown Or Other15
Vehicle Speed Control7
Steering6
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Dec 7, 2025 · Steering
“Message flashing "service power steering, hill climb and ESC" appears on an average of once a month for the last few years. No loss of control yet, but it came on three starts in a row for the first…”
Sep 12, 2025 · Service Brakes Crash
“While traveling on a PA interstate, I hit the brakes to avoid hitting a vehicle in front of me and the wheels locked up. The anti-lock system appeared to not work on my Fiat 500c. I hard steered L and…”
Mar 13, 2025 · Power Train
“The contact owns a 2014 Fiat 500. The contact stated that while driving on a neighborhood street at 10 MPH, the transmission experienced an abnormal difficulty in the shifting gear. There was no…”
Mar 7, 2025 · Power Train, Electrical System
“Dealer saw me that is needing a battery replaced On February 14, I took my fiat 500 E to the dealer for repairs. They then told me that it has a bad main battery problems and has to be replaced they…”
Apr 4, 2024 · Power Train
“The contact owns a 2014 Fiat 500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine and TPMS warning lights illuminated and the vehicle began to hesitate while…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2014 FIAT 500. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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