Episode 364 - Fiat 500X 1.4T Cross

Date of broadcast: 10 August 2016
Engine: In-line four-cylinder, 1 368 cc
Power: 103 kW @ 5 000 rpm
Torque: 230 Nm @ 1 750 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio: 78,03 kW/ton
Gearbox:Six-speed manual, FWD
Wheels/tyres:17-inch alloy, 215/55 R17 tyres
0-100 km/h: 9,8 sec
Top speed: 190 km/h
Fuel tank capacity: 48 litres
Fuel consumption (claimed): 6,0 litres/100 km
Operating range (claimed): 800 km
CO2 emissions: 139 g/km
Pros: Stylish, characterful and competent. More capable than expected.
Cons: Not as mainstream as its Jeep Renegade stablemate.
Retail price: R347 900
Price as tested: R347 900
Prices correct on date of broadcast.