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1.4L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD
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Fiat 500 Lounge (2008) price & specs
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Overview
The 2008 Fiat 500 Lounge is a front-wheel drive, 3-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Fiat 500 is regarded as a small car built in Italy with prices starting at $29,990 before on-road costs.
This Fiat 500 is powered by a 1.4L 4-cylinder engine that has 74 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 131 Nm of torque (at 4250 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. Fiat claims the 500 Lounge uses 6L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 140g of CO2. It has a 35L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 583km per full tank
The Fiat 500 measures 1488mm (58.6 inches) in height, 3546mm (139.6 inches) in length, 1627mm (64.1 inches) in width with a 2300mm (90.6 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 930kg (2050.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The 500 Lounge comes standard with 185/55 R15 front tyres and 185/55 R15 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
56.12 - 79.57 kW/t
56.12 kW/t
79.57 kW/t
Boot Space
185 litres
185 litres
251 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.2 - 6.3 L/100km
4.2 L/100km
6.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
556 - 833 km
556 km
833 km
Price
$22,990 - $30,990
$14,990
$30,990
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Years on Sale
5 years
3 years
3 years
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Dimensions
3,546 mm
1,627 mm
1,488 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,546 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,627 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,488 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,300 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,600 mm |
| Load Capacity | 440 mm |
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Explore Fiat 500 Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 140
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 72
Engine (cc): 1368
Compression Ratio: 10.8
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 169a3000
Engine (L): 1.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 84
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 9.2
Main Capacity (L): 35
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 39
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 182
Maximum Speed (mph): 113
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 101
Maximum Power (kW): 74
Maximum Torque (Nm): 131
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4250
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Automatic Clutch Manual: yes
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Automated Manual Sequential Trans (Amt)
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Type: Electric
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 82
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 185
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 82
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 185
Wheels
Front Covers: Partial
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Rear Covers: Partial
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: B2
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Bumpers: yes
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 19.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 550
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 6.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 185
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10600
Front Track (in): 55.7
Front Track (mm): 1414
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.8
Overall Height (in): 58.6
Overall Height (mm): 1488
Overall Length (in): 139.6
Overall Length (mm): 3546
Overall Width (in): 64.1
Overall Width (mm): 1627
Rear Track (in): 55.4
Rear Track (mm): 1408
Wheelbase (in): 90.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2300
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
External Colour: Blue
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Removable
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Chrome
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Chrome
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1764
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 400
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 882
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1370
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3020
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 930
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2050
Antenna
Type: Roof
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
iPod Connection (Front): yes
MP3 Devices Connection: yes
WMA Devices Connection: yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Painted Body Colour
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Seating
Capacity: 4
Below Seat Storage
Location: Passenger
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Fixed
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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