Skip to content
Trimslate
SavedHelp

2016 Fiat

500e

Auto (A1)

Fiat 500e: best and worst years
2016 Fiat 500e (photo 1 of 2)

Photo may show a different model year; you're viewing the 2016.

Photo© M 93CC BY-SA 3.0 deWikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Minicompact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (A1)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
ElectricEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
110
Axle ratio
9.59
Motor kW
82EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
103 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
121 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
112 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$650EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
10/10
Elec. Range
84 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Range per hour (240V)
21 mi/hr
Recharge hrs
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
Yes

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
1
Owner complaints
4

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM40%
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING40%
  • POWER TRAIN20%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 5 total.

Fiat 500e: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • DP22005opened Jan 27, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

    Pedestrian alert sounds

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

67 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Jan 10, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYS1408000384

    Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On

  • Sep 20, 2023SUSPENSION9100229

    LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.

  • Sep 15, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM9100226

    Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.

  • Aug 30, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL93120

    FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC

  • Aug 30, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL93023

    Warranty Bulletin D-16-03 - "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC (Rev. B)

  • Jul 27, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL9100196

    Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used

  • May 18, 2023ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING0700723

    Water Quality When Mixed With Engine Coolant

  • Apr 15, 2023EQUIPMENT1804823

    wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK

  • and 59 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.