Ciao Fiat 00 800 3428 00 00 from Monday to Friday from 9am until 6pm and Saturday from 8am until 5pm, excluding bank holidays, weekends and on exceptional circumstances. The 2019 Fiat 124 Spider is the revival of the 1970's compact Italian convertible sports car of the same name. It's a retro style roadster based on the same core structure as Mazda's venerable MX.
The new FIAT 124 Spider was revealed to the UK media at the International Media Event in Verona, Italy. Arriving with that impeccable classic Italian style, the vehicle remains true to its roots, but at the same time shows numerous additions and changes. So, let's check out what the new beauty has to offer!
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Exterior styling
Designed in the FIAT Style Centre, the vehicle comes with a well-known appearance, but at the same time adds and something new. The whole body is well-proportioned and muscular, resembling a pure classic roadster appearance.
The front is also inspired by its 1960s predecessors and masterfully blends the romance of a past era with today's vision for beauty. The position of the LED headlamps and the hexagonal grille are definitely ripped off the classic roadster appearance, just like the bonnet that emulates twin power domes of the second-gen FIAT 124 Spider.
At the same time, the rear shows a swallow-tail rear wings with cascade inwards toward the decklid, sharp horizontal tail lamps with noticeable ring shape. And the rear spoiler not only enhances the aerodynamic features of the vehicle, but also contributes to that sporty and elegant stance.
In terms of personalization, the FIAT 124 Spider will be available in eight exterior colors: Passione Red and Ice White, which are pastel finishes, Volcano Black, Argento Grey, Fashion Grey, Magnetic Bronze and Italia Blue that are full metallic and a special tri-coat pearlescent finish: the Urban White.
Interior styling
The cabin is created in accordance to the highest standards of safety and convenience and welcomes everyone to a rather cozy and functional place, filled with premium materials , high quality components and cutting-edge technologies.
For example, the steering wheel is not only more comfortable in terms of style, but is also wrapped in high-quality leather. At the same timethe light mesh structure seats and the exclusive shape of the trim and foam parts do guarantee the highest levels of comfort and pleasure of driving.
Drivetrain system
Under the bonnet FIAT enthusiasts will find a trustworthy 1,3368cc MultiAir turbocharged four-cylinder power unit that delivers a total of 140hp (104kW) and 240Nm of torque, delivered to the rear wheels, via a six-speed manual gearbox. In terms of performance capabilities, the vehicle accelerates from 0 to 100km/h (62mph) in 7,5 seconds and chases a top speed of 215km/h (134kW).
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The suspension system comes with a double-wishbone layout that is fine-tuned in order to deliver more stability and flexibility while braking. Also, there are dual-pinion electric power steering system, also fine-tuned in order to give the Spider a better response.
Safety and utility features
Fiat 124 Spider comes with tons of active and passive safety technoogies. There is a voice-controlled infotainment system, LED rear light cluster, four airbags, TPMS, cruise control, a speed limiter, ESC, ABS and EBD, rear parking-assist, all part of the standard equipment.
In fact, the whole body is made from high-tensile materials and dedicated structures that enhance the comfort via absorbing vibrations and noise. Cool, right?
So, what do you think about the latest FIAT beast? Write down in the comment section below!
2016 FIAT 124 Spider
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Main Tech Article Index
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(NOTE: Some of these articles were originally written using my off-road rock buggy as the basis, but they are reproduced here because the basic theory and knowledge is equally applicable to other platforms, including the 124 Spider)
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Installing Sokie Tech Hood Struts. A simple and VERY satisfying mod. | Install Guide and Review: Vaitrix Digipedal Comander. Every turbo car should have a boost gauge!. |
A Detailed Look at the Goodwin Racing RoadsterSport Exhaust for Fiat 124 Abarth. Tons of pictures and some installation tips of this beautiful system. | How to Install the Vaitrix boost gauge. Every turbo car should have a boost gauge!. |
How to Install the EuroCompulsion V4 Intake. Step by step illustrated instructions for installing the EC V4 intake. | How to Install the GFB DV+. Another detailed article with every step photographed so you can be confident even if you have never worked on a car before. |
How to Install a PTP Turbo Blanket. Detailed article with every step photographed so you can be confident even if you have never worked on a car before. | 60 Second Mods # 5 - Door and Trunk Closers. Two quick mods so I can close my doors and trunk without getting greasy/dirty fingerprints all over the paint. |
Adding Lower Brake Light LEDs and a Flasher Module. Increase your visibility by adding aux. red brake light LEDs and controlling them with a flasher module. | License Plate Lights LED Replacement. Replace the stock 21 watt incandescent bulbs with brighter LEDs. |
Dome Light LED Replacement. The stock dome light is pretty dim. You can improve it by replacing the stock 10 watt incandescent bulb with a brighter LED bulb. | Trunk Light LED Replacement. The stock trunk light is a pretty weak and ineffective thing. You can improve it by replacing the stock 5 watt incandescent bulb with a brighter LED bulb. I went a step further and added a small 48-LED panel |
LED Reverse Lamp. This quick mod is the first in a series where I intend to convert all of my spider's lights to LEDs. Brighter, cooler, longer-lasting, and consuming far less current...LEDs are clearly superior to regular incandescent bulbs. The 124 Spider's reverse light is the easiest of all - here's how easy... | Brake Basics. Useful technical / background information for those seeking to understand braking systems prior to maintaining, troubleshooting, or upgrading them. Explains fundamental concepts such as brake torque, clamping force and thermal capacity. |
Plateguard Tabless License Plate Frame. I install a tabless license plate frame from Carshow Automotive Products for a secure, clean, tidy, license plate install. | 'Customized' Weathertech Floor Mats. A look at Weathertech's great-fitting floor mats for the Spider that I customized with cool Abarth badging. |
| 60 Second Mods #4 - Abarth Steering Wheel Badge. One of the items that the North American market 124 Spider Abarths didn't come with that cars sold in other markets did was an Abarth badge on the steering wheel. Here's a look at the aftermarket badge I installed. | 60 Second Mods #3 - Phone Mounts. A look at three different magnetic smart-phone mounts in the cockpit of the 124 Spider. |
| 60 Second Mods #2 - Adding a little extra cockpit storage. | Installing Infotainment System Tweaks. A series of video tutorials to guide you through downloading, installing, and using the 'All-in-One Tweaks' software package to modify the Spider's Infotainment System. |
| On-board GPS nav for $65. How to enable integrated GPS nav in the Spider for just $65 or so. Includes video tutorial on updating your maps. | 60 Second Mods #1 - Installing the Cravenspeed Stubby Antenna. |
| 124 Spider Infotainment Background Simulator. I made a mock-up in Adobe Photoshop to simulate what each background image in the Infotainment Tweaks package would look like installed. Here are the results and the source file so you can add your own custom image. | Tapping into the TAU. Quick article showing where to tap into the factory speaker wires for the purpose of adding / upgrading audio components. |
| Fastener Tech. Covers all aspects of fastener tech, from nuts & bolts to studs and washers. Includes what you need to know to select, install, and maintain the proper hardware for the job. | 12V DC Basics. The basics - from electrons to ohm's law. Covers the theory required by those looking to diagnose, repair, or upgrade their ATVs 12-volt DC negative-ground wiring system. |
| Engine Oil & Oiling. Probably more than you ever wanted or needed to know about motor oil and engine oiling: oil tech, viscosity, selecting an oil, cooling, filtering, and more - it's all in here. | The Cooling Bible. Everything you ever wanted or needed to know about cooling systems: pressure, flow, radiator design, plumbing, surge tanks, thermostats, coolant types, and more - it's all in here. |
| Shock Tech. Covers basic shock and spring tech, examines the types of coilover shocks and their parts, goes over their use and advantages. | The Plumbing Bible. A detailed look at automotive plumbing. Covers hose assemblies, fittings, safety, installation, chemical compatibility, pressure drop theory, hose sizing, and all the tech info on the most common fittings from AN to NPT. |