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2019 FIAT 124 Spider Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Few, if any, modern vehicles capture the passion of a classic roadster like the Fiat 124 Spider. Although it has throwback styling, it’s a modern sports car, with a refined, turbocharged engine. And yet, despite the modern amenities, including the latest infotainment technology, it's a simple vehicle, allowing the driver to fall in love with the process of a spirited country drive.
The simplicity of the 124 Spider is due to the fact that it's based on the Mazda MX-5 Miata; it's even built at the same Mazda facility in Hiroshima, Japan. But the 124 Spider differentiates itself from the Miata’s styling with a long, sculpted hood, pronounced fenders, and a front fascia that is an honest recreation of the original Fiat 124 Spider from the 1960s.
While the exterior is pure Fiat, the interior is still that of a Miata. The climate controls, instrument panel, and steering wheel design are all right out of the Miata, including the infotainment system, which is now standard for 2019. It consists of a dash-mounted 7-inch semi-touchscreen. The touch functions lock when the vehicle is in motion; drivers can operate it via a dial in the center console.
The cockpit of the 124 Spider is snug, but there's enough room for basic daily items. The tray at the base of the center stack can hold a wallet and cell phone, while the center console tray has enough room for one or the other. There are no fixed cupholders in the 124 Spider, but Fiat provides two modular cupholders, which can be inserted into receivers either in the passenger-side-knee area or in the back of the center console.
For anything larger than personal items, a deep, lockable compartment between the driver and passenger seats functions as the car’s glovebox. If you need trunk space, don’t expect much, as the 124 Spider provides only 4.94 cubic feet of cargo space.
The tight quarters and limited storage options are all in the pursuit of providing a pure driving experience. Another step is the manual convertible top, which drivers can lower with one arm—a refreshingly simple process that opens the driver and passenger up to the fresh air and open road.
Trims for the 124 Spider are Classica, Lusso, and Abarth. The base Classica comes standard with 16-inch aluminum wheels, LED tail lights, remote keyless entry, push-button start, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob.
The Lusso trim brings added creature comforts and heightened style. It upgrades the front windshield frame and roll bar from body-color-matching to a premium silver paint. It also adds fog lamps, 17-inch aluminum wheels, rain-sensing windshield wipers, automatic climate control, and heated leather-trimmed seating.
The Abarth features a striking and aggressive appearance, marked by the revised, aerodynamic body work, gunmetal accents, and optional black hood. The Abarth also ups the ante with a Bilstein sport suspension, Brembo brakes, limited-slip differential, and a quad-tipped exhaust.
For 2019, Abarth trims can be had with the Veleno appearance group, adding red accents for lower front fascia, a red painted tow hook, and red mirror caps. The Abarth is also available with the Record Monza exhaust for an even more sinister sound.
The standard engine in the Fiat 124 Spider is a 1.4-liter turbocharged inline-four, making 160 horsepower and 184. With the Abarth, that engine puts out 164 horsepower but still offers 184 pound-feet of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through either a 6-speed manual transmission or 6-speed automatic transmission.
Fuel economy estimates for the manual-equipped variant are 26 mpg city, 35 highway, and 30 mpg combined. With the automatic transmission, fuel economy is 25, 36, and 29 combined.
Standard safety features include front- and side-impact airbags, a reversing camera, traction control, and fixed roll bars around both occupants. Buyers can opt for the Comfort and Convenience Group, which adds blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.
As new cars become ever more bloated with features, the Fiat 124 Spider is a breath of fresh air. Its minimalist approach is a far cry from that of the crossovers and minivans with which it shares the road. This purist’s sports car provides some helpful features for the daily commute, but more importantly, it's an absolute dream to drive.
Published Jun 1, 2022 by George Kennedy
User reviews for 2019 FIAT 124 Spider
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by Harwood D
May 10, 2024
I am finally an empty nester, so I bought it as a gift to myself and its everything Ive always dreamed and more! May 10, 2024
by Jessika E
Feb 01, 2024
Amazing Vehicles! Inside and out ! Get ready for complimentsFeb 01, 2024
by Anonymous
Aug 03, 2023
Just bought 2019 Fiat spider…fun to drive….no bells and whistles,. Drives well handles well.Aug 03, 2023
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by Harwood D
May 10, 2024
I am finally an empty nester, so I bought it as a gift to myself and its everything Ive always dreamed and more! May 10, 2024
by Jessika E
Feb 01, 2024
Amazing Vehicles! Inside and out ! Get ready for complimentsFeb 01, 2024
by Anonymous
Aug 03, 2023
Just bought 2019 Fiat spider…fun to drive….no bells and whistles,. Drives well handles well.Aug 03, 2023
by Kevin H
Nov 17, 2022
The Abarth Spider 124 Elaborazione edition is an absolute gem. It is both spunky & playful. The handling is excellent, and the leather Recaro seats are comfy. There are lots of added features that make it a very pleasant place to be. Also, it is heartbreakingly beautiful to look at. You WANT to be seen driving this car.Nov 17, 2022
by Anonymous
May 05, 2022
Excellent car in great shape. The specs listed were all on the car.May 05, 2022
by Allan H
Nov 07, 2021
Fun small roadster to just enjoy the top less driving experience!Nov 07, 2021
by Anonymous
Sep 15, 2021
Fast,quick in turns ,sounds good!
Good sound system!
Thanks for all your help !!
Sep 15, 2021
by Anonymous
Feb 01, 2020
Beautiful body, nice interior. Did not like the automatic. Base model is a little too bare bones.Feb 01, 2020
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2019 FIAT 124 Spider Pricing
Original MSRP
$25,440 to $29,540Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Aha internet radio · Stitcher internet radio · Touch screen display radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.0 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Bottle holders: 2 · Center console: locking · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: bin · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.45
Engine
Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: lamp failure
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: with wind blocker
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: premium cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · USB auxiliary audio input · Aha internet radio · Pandora internet radio · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.0 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Dash Trim: Leatherette · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Bottle holders: 2 · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: bin · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.45
Engine
Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: with wind blocker
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: door unlock · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather · Upholstery accents: faux suede
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Aha internet radio · Stitcher internet radio · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.0 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Dash Trim: Leatherette · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Bottle holders: 2 · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: bin · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.45
Engine
Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: soft top
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · USB auxiliary audio input · Aha internet radio · Pandora internet radio · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.0 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Dash Trim: Leatherette · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Bottle holders: 2 · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: voice recognition controls · Storage: bin · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.45 · Limited slip differential: rear
Engine
Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: quad exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: soft top
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather · Upholstery accents: faux suede
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Front shock type: monotube · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear shock type: monotube · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing