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Verdict
Urban SUV rated 4 Euro NCAP stars in 2015, with a 350 L boot. Used-car sites flag the 1.4 MultiAir as one to watch (hydraulic module, turbo) and the 1.6 MultiJet diesel as exposed to EGR, particulate filter and clutch issues. A test drive both cold and hot, and a recall check, are essential.
- Reliability
- 4.0/5
- Indicative prices
- €8,990 – €17,990
- Monthly cost
- €415
- Euro NCAP
- 4/5
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: 1.0 FireFly 120.
1.0 FireFly 120
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Manual · 120 hp · 6.6 L/100 km · 150 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1
Three-cylinder turbo with 190 Nm, 6-speed manual gearbox.
1.3 FireFly 150 DCT
Petrol · Automatic · 150 hp · Crit'Air 1
Turbo with 270 Nm, 6-speed automatic gearbox. Try the gearbox both cold and hot.
1.4 MultiAir 140
Petrol · Manual · 140 hp · Crit'Air 1
1.4 MultiAir turbo, the engine judged the most sensitive of the 500X: hydraulic module and turbo to check (also available with DCT gearbox).
1.6 MultiJet 120
Diesel · Manual · 120 hp · Crit'Air 2
1.6 diesel with 6-speed manual gearbox. Watch the clutch, the EGR and the particulate filter, especially in urban use (also available with DCT gearbox).
1.5 Hybrid 130 DCT
Hybrid · Automatic · 130 hp · Crit'Air 1
48 V mild hybrid (1.5 FireFly turbo with 240 Nm) with 7-speed automated gearbox. A recall concerns the brake pedal of examples built from July 2023 to June 2024.
Market prices
€8,990 – €17,990
Indicative range: 2015 to 2024, yearly medians of 305 online listings collected by AutoUncle (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
MultiAir hydraulic module and turbo (1.4 MultiAir)
Severity 2/3 · CostlyThe MultiAir module controls valve opening via oil pressure. Fiches-auto describes the 1.4 MultiAir 140 hp as the most sensitive engine in the 500X and the most frequently reported fault; Carverif recommends checking the hydraulic module and the turbo, and Caradisiac reports problems from as early as 50,000 km. Symptoms described: irregular idle, misfires and an engine warning light.
- Versions
- 1.4 MultiAir 140
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Clutch, EGR and particulate filter on the diesel (1.6 MultiJet)
Severity 2/3 · CostlyThe 1.6 MultiJet 120 hp is reported as fragile on the clutch (premature wear noted by Caradisiac) and, in urban use, on the EGR and the particulate filter. Owner accounts are isolated cases.
- Versions
- 1.6 MultiJet 120
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Recall: brake pedal that may sink (1.5 Hybrid)
Manufacturer recallAn impact can disengage the brake pedal arm and its lever, which can cause the pedal to sink under braking. The recall concerns 500X mild hybrids built between 20 July 2023 and 27 June 2024; the pedal is reinforced at an approved workshop. Check with the serial number.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
- Versions
- 1.5 Hybrid 130 DCT
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Fiat 500X”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €162 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €84 |
| Maintenance | €30 |
| Depreciation | €139 |
| Total per month | €415 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (petrol)€162
1.0 FireFly 120 version: combined consumption of 6.6 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
6.6 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €162
Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€84
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€30
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€139
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Fiat 500X I — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Try the engine cold, then hot: irregular idle, misfires or an engine warning light can signal a fault in the MultiAir module (1.4).
- DCT gearbox: test it both cold and hot, including at low speed.
- Diesel 1.6: check the clutch, the history of particulate filter/EGR problems and the usage (urban or mixed).
- 2023-2024 hybrid: have the brake pedal recall checked against the serial number to confirm it has been carried out.
- Check for rust, the sealing of the panoramic roof and the correct operation of the touchscreen.
Questions to ask the seller
- Have the MultiAir module, the turbo or the clutch been replaced? Do you have the invoices?
- Have the manufacturer's recalls been carried out at Fiat?
- How was the car used (urban, mixed), and was the servicing done within the network?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
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- Reliability
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- Fuel types
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- Price
- €9,500 – €22,000
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Nissan Juke
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- Price
- €10,700 – €20,900
- Reliability
- not rated
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Hybrid
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- Price
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- Reliability
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- Fuel types
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Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Fiat 500X I (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Euro NCAP rating of the Fiat 500X?
4 stars in 2015 (86% adults, 85% children). Autonomous emergency braking, which was optional, was not fully assessed, which penalised the driver-assistance score.
What is the boot capacity of the 500X?
350 litres, up to around 1,000 litres with the rear seat folded (2018-2023 versions according to Caroom).
Which 500X engine is the riskiest?
According to Fiches-auto and Carverif, the 1.4 MultiAir 140 hp is the most sensitive (hydraulic module, turbo). The 1.6 MultiJet diesel also requires checks on the clutch, the EGR and the particulate filter.
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