Fiat 500L MPV - MPG, running costs & CO2
The Fiat 500L has one, quite thirsty engine but insurance should be cheap
Unfortunately for buyers, the Fiat 500L has failed to replicate the 500’s stellar resale values on the second-hand market. Certain models won’t be worth much more than 30% of their original value after three years or 36,000 miles of ownership. Compare that to the standard 500, some examples of which retain more than 50% of their list price over the same period. At least the 500L is cheaper than almost any other MPV to begin with.
Fiat 500L MPG & CO2
There's now just one engine to choose from; a 1.4-litre non-turbocharged petrol. It claims official economy of 38.7mpg with high CO2 emissions of 165-179g/km.
Those emissions give the 500L the highest possible Benefit-in-Kind rating, meaning it's not a hugely appealing proposition for company car drivers.
Warranty
Fiat doesn’t have the same reputation for excellent reliability built up by VW over the years, but the brand counters that by offering a better warranty than the Germans. Both marques cover their cars for three years, but the VW’s cover expires at 60,000 miles, whereas Fiat imposes no mileage limit within that time. Still, a Kia Carens MPV has seven years’ cover.
Insurance
The Fiat 500L will fall into insurance groups 10 and 11, depending on trim level.
Servicing
Fiat offers an 'Easy Care' service payment package on all its cars which covers the car for all of its scheduled servicing for the first three years of the car's life for a fixed price. All parts and labour are included and costs £599 for all three. This can also be extended to five years for an additional cost.
