Video Summary
The 2024 Fiat 500e is a simple and affordable city EV that doesn't take up much space.When the car is turned off, it plays "Deck the Halls", a quirk that cannot be changed.
The door popper button electronically pops open the door from the inside, and there's a manual release in case of failure.
"Made in Torino" inscriptions with the old Fiat 500 image are inside the door pull and on the break light.
The seat pattern uses the Fiat logo over and over.
There is a non-functional Italian flag on the front fender that underscores its Italian heritage.
The starting price is around $34,000 with 120 horsepower and 150 miles of electric range.
That said, the base Nissan Leaf has a comparable range for a $5,000 lower price tag with 2 extra doors.
The Hyundai Kona EV has roughly the same price, has 2 extra doors, more horsepower, and 50 more miles of range.
There are 3 trim levels called "Inspired," which are Inspi(red), Inspired By Beauty, Inspired By Music.
Also, the car is front-wheel-drive, fast-charging capable, and zero to 80% charged in 35 minutes.
The reviewer scored the 2024 Fiat 500e a 44 out of 100 on his "DougScore" scale.
It is best suited as a second car for city-driving enthusiasts.
