Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | chassis_cab | 4 | 1.4 | Premium | Automatic 6-spd | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2019 | chassis_cab | 4 | 1.4 | Premium | Automatic 6-spd | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2018 | chassis_cab | 4 | 1.4 | Premium | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2017 | chassis_cab | 4 | 1.4 | Premium | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | Steering location | Seat rows | Turbo | GVWR | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | Entertainment system | bodyAndInterior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | — | — | — | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 1 | Yes | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 90.9 | 16 | 16 | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 1 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 140 | 4.9 | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 1 | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 90.9 | — | — | CD + Stereo | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Entertainment system: CD + Stereo, Seat rows: 1 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 133 | 4.9 | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 90.9 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD) |
| 2017 | 2 | 2 | 140 | 4.9 | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | autoBrake | rearCamera | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | nhtsaSafetyRatings | tpms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2020 Fiat 124 Spider C RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | Rated vehicle: 2020 Fiat 124 Spider C RWD | — |
| 2019 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard |
| 2018 | 2018 Fiat 124 Spider C RWD | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | — | Rated vehicle: 2018 Fiat 124 Spider C RWD | — |
| 2017 | 2017 Fiat 124 Spider C RWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Rated vehicle: 2017 Fiat 124 Spider C RWD | standard |
Model year reports
2020
NewestThe 2020 Fiat 124 Spider presents a mixed reliability picture.
2019
The 2019 Fiat 124 Spider presents average reliability, with condition and maintenance history being paramount.
2018
The 2018 Fiat 124 Spider presents an average reliability profile, but its ownership experience is significantly impacted by documented issues with its **airbag system**.
2017
The 2017 Fiat 124 Spider presents a mixed reliability picture.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Fiat 124 Spider?
Carfocal currently has 4 published 124 Spider reports, covering 2017 through 2020. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2020 Fiat 124 Spider presents a mixed reliability picture.
Published year coverage: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020.
Is the Fiat 124 Spider reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Fiat 124 Spider. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2020 fiat 124 spider presents a mixed reliability picture. and the 2020 fiat 124 spider's value proposition is significantly impacted by its primary air bag system defect and associated recall issues. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
4 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Fiat 124 Spider?
Across Carfocal's published 124 Spider guides, recurring problem areas include Air Bag Control Module, Brake Pads, and Brake Rotors. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Air Bag Control Module, Brake Pads, and Brake Rotors.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 4
- Years tracked
- 4
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints