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December 16, 2014
Fiat 500S Adopts LCD Meter | Fiat
Fiat 500S TwinAir
Fiat 500S Adopts LCD Meter
Fiat Chrysler Japan has modified the specifications of the manual transmission version of its compact model, the "500S," and began sales on September 30th.
Text by HORIGUCHI Yoshihiro (OPENERS)
Exclusive Body Colors Also Available
Based on the Fiat "500 TwinAir" equipped with a 0.8-liter two-cylinder turbo engine, the "500S TwinAir" was offered for those who want to enjoy driving more with a manual transmission. It was sold in July 2012 as a limited edition model of 250 units, the "500 SPORT PLUS" and reappeared as a catalog model in April 2013.Appears as Catalog ModelThe latest specifications have been applied to this 500S, and sales began nationwide on September 30th.
The key specification change is the adoption of a TFT LCD for the meter cluster, a first for a Fiat brand car.
Previously, the 500S meter featured two analog meters stacked concentrically to display speed and engine RPM, with a monochrome LCD in the center for digital displays of fuel level, time, and other information.
This has now been completely replaced with a highly visible color TFT LCD, which displays not only basic information such as the speedometer and tachometer, but also the fuel gauge, water temperature gauge, fuel economy gauge, and an "Eco Indicator" that evaluates eco-driving performance in five levels. Additionally, in economy mode, an "Accelerator Control Indicator" appears, showing the current eco level based on accelerator input.
While the interior remains predominantly black, the seats now feature blue or red piping, coordinated with the body color. The body colors include the base Bossa Nova White, the red Passodoble Red, the gray Groove Metal Grey, and the blue shade, replacing the previous Footloose Blue, is the new Blue Italy, exclusive to the 500S.
The vehicle price remains unchanged after the specification update, at 2,257,200 yen including tax.
FIAT 500S TwinAir
Body Dimensions | Length 3,585 x Width 1,625 x Height 1,515 mm
Wheelbase | 2,300 mm
Tread Front/Rear | 1,415 / 1,410 mm
Weight | 1,010 kg
Engine | 875cc Inline 2-cylinder 8-valve MultiAir Turbo with Intercooler
Max Output | 63 kW (85 ps) / 5,500 rpm
Max Torque | 145 Nm (14.8 kgm) / 1,900 rpm
Max Output (Eco Mode) | 57 kW (77 ps) / 5,500 rpm
Max Torque (Eco Mode) | 100 Nm (10.2 kgm) / 2,000 rpm
Drivetrain | FF
Transmission | 5-speed Manual
Suspension Front/Rear | MacPherson Strut / Torsion Beam
Brakes Front/Rear | Disc / Drum
Tires Front/Rear | 185/55R15
JC08 Mode Fuel Economy | 26.6 km/ℓ
CO2 Emissions | 88 g/km
Minimum Turning Radius | 4.7 meters
Steering Position | Right
Price | 2,257,200 yen
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