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2014 fiat 500l review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Italian flair in an american-sized package. introductionthere's no doubt the all-new 2014 fiat 500l will turn heads. The second model to debut since fiat re-launched in north america, the five-seat 500l boasts stylish euro design at an attainable price. And unlike the original fiat 500 which some may dismiss as too tiny, the fiat 500l boasts cavernous passenger and cargo space, while maintaining a compact footprint and signature fiat looks. built on an all-new platform, the body of the 2014 fiat 500l shares no common parts with the fiat 500, yet the family resemblance is clear. Fiat designers say the l in the 500l stands for loft, and the wagon's spacious, upright design was meant to mimic the high ceilings and artsy vibe found in urban live/work units. Square and rectangular shapes with rounded corners can be found everywhere, from the steering wheel to the taillights. compared with the original fiat 500, the 500l is nearly two feet longer, six inches wider, and six inches taller. Aside from being bigger, the 500l is distinguishable from its smaller predecessor by its stretched-back, oval headlamp housings and its three-piece panoramic windshield. It makes 160 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. Gearbox choices include a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed euro twin-clutch transmission. Fuel economy is an epa-estimated 25/33 mpg city/highway with the manual and 24/33 mpg city/highway with the twin-clutch gearbox. Fiat said a traditional 6-speed automatic transmission will be available. spaciousness inside the fiat 500l is surprising. On the road, the wagon looks relatively compact. Yet inside, the feeling is open and airy, ideal for drivers who feel constricted in smaller wagons and crossovers. However, those who prefer a cabin that envelops its occupants may feel a bit lost in the interior of the 500l, as if they're sloshing around with room to spare. standard features on the fiat 500l are pretty basic, but look for special deals on a package with navigation, rearview camera and rear park assist. cargo space is plentiful with 21. 3 cubic feet with all seats in place, and much more with the rear seats folded down, making it the roomiest in its class. The turbocharged engine provides enough oomph for lane changes and uphill climbs. Suspension is firm but not teeth-chattering, and the car stays composed around corners, unless pushed hard. Epa fuel economy estimates are 25/33 mpg city/highway with the manual and 24/33 mpg city/highway with the twin-clutch gearbox. fiat 500l pop 19,100) comes with fabric upholstery, manually operated air conditioning, manually adjustable seats with driver and passenger height adjustment, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel with audio controls, power windows, remote keyless entry, trip computer, bluetooth connectivity, the a six-speaker audio system with fiat's uconnect interface, a usb port, auxiliary audio jack, heated power outside mirrors, rear window wiper and 16-inch steel wheels with plastic covers; a 6-speed automatic is standard. The euro twin-clutch transmission 1,350) is optional. fiat 500l easy 20,195) adds a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob and front and rear. Wheels are 16-inch aluminum. Options include a preferred package 700) which adds dual-zone automatic climate control, power driver seat with lumbar adjustment, auto-dimming rearview mirror, 115-volt power adapter and rear seat armrest with cup holder; a power sunroof 950), heated front seats 350) and a contrast-colored painted roof 500). Rear park assist and a rearview camera are optional. walkaroundthere's no doubt the 500l is a fiat. Although it shares no common parts with its tiny predecessor the fiat 500, it shares a common design language that's cute, without being overly precious. fiat designers call the 500l the anti-suv because of its very upright, cab-forward design, a stark contrast from many crossovers and suvs that are going for sleeker shapes and dramatically sloping rooflines. built on an all-new small-wide platform, the body of the 2014 fiat 500l has a relatively small footprint, despite it being more than two feet longer than the fiat 500. The windshield is a unique three-piece design, giving it a panoramic look. Square and rectangular shapes with rounded corners can be found everywhere, from the steering wheel to the taillights. the front fascia looks friendly and approachable. The fiat badge sits in the center of a moustache-like line above the grille. Trekking models get a toothy grille and dark gray bumper, which give a more utilitarian look. On other trim levels, the grille is more of a gentle smile, with a color-keyed front bumper. Headlights in oval lenses are stretched back along the front fender. Separate round parking lamps sit below the headlamp housings. Tiny round foglights are integrated into the lower front bumper. from the side, the 500l's upright stance is apparent. The roofline slopes gently, giving it a softer appearance than some of its boxy competitors, but not as dramatically as some of the newer, sleeker crossovers. Side moldings are prominent; they're dark gray on trekking models and feature a chrome strip on lounge models. Tiny round side markers mimic the bubbly shapes of the other lights. Rear backup lights continue the square with rounded corner theme, and the tail pipe is small but wide, also with rounded corners. Trekking models get a dark gray license plate surround and a unique rear lower bumper. interiorit's surprisingly spacious inside the 2014 fiat 500l. The feeling is open and airy, ideal for taller people and those who feel constricted in smaller wagons and crossovers. However, those who prefer a cabin that envelops its occupants may feel a bit lost in the 500l. The wide interior makes side armrests far away, out of reach for those of smaller stature. The top of the instrument panel is deep, presumably to accommodate the sloping windshield without cutting into cabin space. The rearview mirror, map lights and sunroof switches (on cars so equipped) are more than an arm's length away. front seats are comfortable; fiat designer claim they were inspired by airplane seats (business class, we hope). On trekking models, an upgraded, more rugged cloth interior is optional. Top-of-the line lounge models get optional premium leather, but we weren't able to see an example of this. headroom up front is about on par with its competitors, at 40. 7 inches, more than the 40 inches available on the kia soul, but short of the 42. 6 inches offered in the nissan cube. The 500l's optional dual-pane sunroof eats up a tiny bit of headroom, providing a still-spacious 40. 4 in front. On a side note, fiat uses a translucent sunroof cover, which lets in light even when closed, and can create glare on the instrument panel. The center controls are clean and simple. Three knobs for the climate control are large and easy to use. Chrysler's uconnect handsfree system comes stan. Cloth Interior✔ Bucket Seats✔ Power Windows✔ Climate Control✔ Air Conditioning✔ Bluetooth✔ Backup Camera✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Aluminum Wheels
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