Fiat’s quirky but unsuccessful 500X crossover was killed off in late 2023, having last been on sale in the United States for the 2023 model year. Believe it or not, sales of the 500X have continued to trickle in this year (31 were sold in the third quarter), as the last few units to be built have been incredibly difficult for dealers to sell. The problem is so bad that some dealers are selling 2023 Fiat 500X models with over $14,000 slashed off the original price. Is this a great opportunity to get a charming “new” crossover for roughly the same price as a budget sedan, or should you give this Fiat a skip?
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Multiple Savings of Over $10,000
2023 Fiat 500X Sport
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A dealership called Criswell Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Fiat in Gaithersburg, Maryland, is currently offering some of the most significant savings on a 2023 Fiat 500X. As spotted by Carscoops, the biggest price cut applies to a 2023 Fiat 500X Sport AWD, which is the more highly specified of the two trims. The dealer is offering a staggering $14,116 off this model, dropping the price to just $22,999.
Other savings for 2023 models range between $12,786 to $13,866, with the cheapest models being two Pop trims that are available for $20,999. The Pop models originally cost $28,965, according to the manufacturer, excluding the destination cost of $1,595. These deals all expire on November 30, but we wouldn’t be even slightly surprised to see the same 500Xs still sitting on the lot next month.
A Georgia dealer is selling a 2023 Fiat 500X Pop AWD with a $12,395 discount. Add trade-in assistance of $1,250 to that, and this one is available for as little as $19,400. This deal had an expiration date of July 30, but since it’s still listed, it looks like nobody has bought the Fiat.
In the low-$20,000 range, you can buy a brand-new crossover like the cheerful Nissan Kicks or Chevrolet Trax. They aren’t as powerful as the Fiat nor as uniquely styled, but they look good and will be easier to sell a few years down the line, especially factoring in the Fiat’s poor resale values.
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Great to Look at, But Not to Drive
2023 Fiat 500X Pop with Sport Appearance Package
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Although it was officially discontinued a few years ago, the Fiat 500X still looks better than several newer rivals. Available features like the Al-Fresco soft top are perfect for warmer climates, and the top trim enjoys equipment like a power driver’s seat, front/rear parking assistance, and dual-zone climate control.
Both the Pop and Sport trims have a 1.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 177 horsepower and 210 lb-ft of torque, paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. It’ll saunter to 60 mph in just under nine seconds, but while the ride is comfortable enough, the 500X is not nearly as much to drive as a Mazda CX-30.
It’s not known exactly how many 2023 500X units are still sitting on dealer lots, but the existing discounts point to more of them than Fiat would like to admit. They could be a great deal if you’re after a unique crossover, but there are newer subcompact crossovers that are more sensible buys.
