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2012Minicompact CarsPremium

2012 Fiat 500 Cabrio

EPA ID: 31110

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City MPG

Combined MPG

29MPG· Average

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2012 Fiat 500 Cabrio achieves an EPA-estimated 29 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 27 MPG in the city and 32 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 1.4L 4-cylinder engine paired with a automatic 6-spd, this minicompact cars features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2012 500 Cabrio produces approximately 306 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this 500 Cabrio performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $2,400, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $1,250 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassMinicompact Cars

Fuel TypePremium

Engine1.4L 4-cyl

AspirationNaturally Aspirated

TransmissionAutomatic 6-spd

Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions306 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped

GHG Score-1/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$2,400

5-Year Cost DeltaSave $1,250

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

29.0

Impact vs EPA

$-3

/ year

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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$489/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$12,500

42.6%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$9,052

30.9%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$7,375

25.1%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

1.4%

Total 5-Year Cost$29,327

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #19V817000·2020-01-09

critical

Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Fiat 500 vehicles equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions. The shifter cable bushing may fail allowing the cable to detach from the transmission.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: If the shifter cable detaches from the transmission, the transmission may not shift into the gear selected by the driver. Additionally, despite selecting PARK with the shifter, the vehicle may roll away. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable adjuster, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB4.

Campaign #19E044000·2019-07-24

critical

Component: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY

DLT, LLC. is recalling certain CravenSpeed Fiat Short Shifter shafts sold for use in 2011-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The Shifter Shaft may have been improperly manufactured with a through hole for the set screw rather than a blind hole, which may lead to the breakage of the Shifter Shaft.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: If the shifter breaks while the vehicle is in motion, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: DLT has notified owners, and will provide a complete replacement shifter assembly with an updated shaft, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2019. Owners may contact DLT customer service at 1-503-505-6886.

Campaign #16V302000·2016-11-10

critical

Component: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 21, 2010, through January 12, 2016, equipped with a manual transmission. The clutch diaphragm spring may fracture and fail, causing an inability to switch gears.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: If the clutch diaphragm spring fails, the driver may not be able to shift gears or the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: The remedy for this recall will include the installation of a clutch pedal limiter and a clutch pedal switch. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S34.

Campaign #11V550000·2012-03-01

critical

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 DODGE JOURNEY AND FIAT 500 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 24, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 26, 2011. SOME VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH CONTAMINATED BRAKE FLUID AND MAY EXPERIENCE A DEGRADATION OF THE SEALING COMPONENTS WITHIN THE BRAKE SYSTEM.

Consequence & Remedy

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

61.3 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 76 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 5.1 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.