2016 Fiat 500 (Manual 5-spd) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 2016 Fiat 500 gets an EPA-estimated 31/38 MPG (city/highway) and 34 MPG combined, with an estimated $2,250/year fuel cost and 264 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 1.4 L 4-cyl.
The 2016 Fiat 500 with the 1.4-liter 4-cylinder premium gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 31 MPG in the city and 38 MPG on the highway, for a combined 34 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 1.4 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Manual 5-spd |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Premium Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Minicompact Cars |
| MPG — city | 31 |
| MPG — highway | 38 |
| MPG — combined | 34 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $2,250 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 264 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | 8/10 |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 34 MPG, the 2016 Fiat 500 sits in the good range for fuel economy. That is about 55% better than the typical Minicompact Cars of its era (22 MPG class average), making it one of the more efficient choices in its class.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $2,250 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2016 Fiat 500. Over five years that is roughly $11,250 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2016 Fiat 500 emits approximately 264 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 8 out of 10. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.