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Used 2018 FIAT 124 Spider Convertible Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2018 Fiat 124 Spider is available in three trim levels: the relatively bare-bones Classica, the more comprehensively equipped Lusso and the aggressive Abarth. All three trims are powered by a turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine. It produces 160 horsepower in Classica and Lusso trims and 164 hp in the Abarth, and 184 pound-feet of torque in all three. Power goes to the rear wheels through either a standard six-speed manual transmission or an optional six-speed automatic.

The Fiat's base Classica trim offers little more than the necessities. Buyers get 16-inch wheels, air-conditioning, a height-adjustable driver seat, cruise control, a manual tilt-adjustable steering wheel, and a four-speaker stereo system with a 3-inch display screen and Bluetooth phone connectivity. Pleasantly, the Classica also comes with keyless entry, pushbutton start, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob.

One package is available for the Spider Classica: the Technology and SiriusXM Group package. This adds a rearview camera, proximity entry, rear parking sensors, and an upgraded infotainment system with a 7-inch screen, voice controls, streaming music app integration, satellite radio and GPS capability. (GPS navigation is a separate dealer add-on.)

Moving up to the Lusso trim gets you 17-inch wheels, automatic headlights, foglights, automatic windshield wipers, a rearview camera, automatic climate control, and leather-upholstered and heated seats, along with the 7-inch infotainment system and all its features.

Fiat offers several packages for the Lusso. The Comfort and Convenience Group includes heated auto-dimming mirrors, rear parking sensors, a security alarm, universal garage door opener, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. Opting for the Navigation and Sound Group adds navigation and a nine-speaker Bose stereo system. The Visibility Group adds turn-swiveling LED headlights and headlight washers.

There's also the Lusso Red Top Edition, which comes with a red convertible top, 17-inch wheels, Bose audio, the adaptive LED headlights and navigation.

The Fiat 124 Spider Abarth gets a performance-tuned suspension and a limited-slip differential, along with a driving mode selector with Sport and Normal modes, leather and microfiber-trimmed seats, and a handful of unique interior and exterior styling cues. The most notable option is the upgrade to Brembo brakes.

The Comfort and Convenience, Navigation and Sound, and Visibility packages are all available, as are Recaro seats.

Which 124 Spider trim does Edmunds recommend?

The Abarth (especially with the optional Brembo brakes) is truly the standout of the 124 lineup, dramatically improving handling for a moderate price increase over the midtier Lusso. However, for buyers more interested in a forgiving ride quality, the Classica trim, with the optional Technology Collection package, should cover most of the bases, and the extra tire sidewall on the smaller wheels will help with ride quality. In either case, we highly recommend the manual transmission since the automatic is frustratingly ill-matched to the 124's small engine.

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Port Huron, MI
Vehicle
124 Spider Classica
124 Spider Lusso
124 Spider Abarth
Vehicle
Classica
1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M
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Lusso
1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M
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Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
optional
optional
Satellite radio
Not Available
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
Not Available
optional
optional
Upholstery
premium cloth
leather
leather/cloth
Heated seats
Not Available
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Sunroof
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
Engine power
160 hp @ 5,500 rpm
160 hp @ 5,500 rpm
164 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Engine torque
184 lb-ft @ 3,200 rpm
184 lb-ft @ 3,200 rpm
184 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm
Engine displacement
1.4 l
1.4 l
1.4 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
6-speed manual
6-speed manual
6-speed manual
Tire size
195/50R16
205/45R17
205/45R17
Wheel size
16 X 6.5-in
17 X 7.0-in
17 X 7.0-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
26 / 35 / 30 MPG
26 / 35 / 30 MPG
26 / 35 / 30 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
11.9 gal.
11.9 gal.
11.9 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
309 / 417 miles
309 / 417 miles
309 / 417 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
30.8 ft.
30.8 ft.
30.8 ft.
Curb weight
2,436 lb.
2,436 lb.
2,436 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
68.5 in.
68.5 in.
68.5 in.
Height
48.5 in.
48.5 in.
48.5 in.
Length
159.6 in.
159.6 in.
159.6 in.
Wheelbase
90.9 in.
90.9 in.
90.9 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
4.9 cu. ft.
4.9 cu. ft.
4.9 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
37.4 in.
37.4 in.
37.4 in.
Front Leg Room
43.1 in.
43.1 in.
43.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room
52.1 in.
52.1 in.
52.1 in.
Rear Head Room
Rear Leg Room
Rear Shoulder Room
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Nero, premium cloth
Ivory, leather
Saddle, leather
Nero, leather
Nero/Rosso, leather
Nero, leather
Nero, leather/sueded microfiber
Nero, leather/alcantara
Exterior
Grigio Moda Meteor Gray
Griogio Chiaro Light Grey
Blu Scuro Dark Blue
Bianco Gelato White
Bronzo Magnetico Titanium
Rosso Red
Nero Cinema Jet Black
Grigio Moda Meteor Gray
Pure Bianco Perla Tri-Coat White
Griogio Chiaro Light Grey
Blu Scuro Dark Blue
Bianco Gelato White
Bronzo Magnetico Titanium
Rosso Red
Nero Cinema Jet Black
Pure Bianco Perla Tri-Coat White
Griogio Chiaro Light Grey
Blu Scuro Dark Blue
Bianco Gelato White
Rosso Red
Nero Cinema Jet Black