2024 Fiat 500e

The CarCody take

The 2024 Fiat 500e is a front-wheel-drive electric minicompact car. Its EPA range is 149 miles, and it earns 116 combined MPGe. EPA energy use is 29.18 kWh per 100 miles, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $650. A 240-volt connection takes 6.2 hours to charge.

Who it suits. Drivers seeking a small electric car for regular short trips Owners who can charge from a 240-volt connection Shoppers comparing compact EV running costs

What it is

The 2024 Fiat 500e is a minicompact car powered by electricity. It uses front-wheel drive, an automatic transmission, and an 87 kW DCPM electric motor. You can see it alongside other models in Fiat cars.

The numbers

Its defining EPA figure is a 149-mile range on a full charge. Combined efficiency is 116 MPGe, the EPA measure that puts electric energy on a miles-per-gallon scale.

The 500e uses 29.18 kWh per 100 miles. That is the electricity needed to cover 100 miles under the EPA test cycle, while your actual distance can vary with driving and conditions.

What it costs to run

EPA estimates yearly fuel cost at $650. Here, fuel means electricity rather than gasoline, so the estimate reflects the 500e's electric energy use.

Charging from a 240-volt source takes 6.2 hours. That suits a routine overnight charge when your driving fits within the 149-mile EPA range.

How it compares

Use 116 combined MPGe, 149 miles of EPA range, and $650 in annual fuel cost as the 500e's comparison points. Another car needs to be checked on those same measures for a fair side-by-side decision.

Who it suits

The 500e fits a driver who wants a small electric car and can plan trips around a 149-mile range. Its front-wheel-drive layout and minicompact body keep the choice focused on short-distance electric travel.

Trade-offs

The 149-mile range is the main limit for longer trips, and a 240-volt charge takes 6.2 hours. In return, the EPA energy figure is 29.18 kWh per 100 miles and annual fuel cost is estimated at $650.

NHTSA lists two recalls and five complaints for this vehicle description. Those records are part of the ownership picture alongside the efficiency numbers.

Verdict

Choose the 500e when a compact footprint and electric operation match your regular routes. Its 149-mile EPA range gives a clear boundary for trip planning, while 116 combined MPGe and $650 in estimated yearly fuel cost describe its running side. A 240-volt setup makes the 6.2-hour charging requirement easier to fit into a daily routine. Drivers who regularly travel beyond that range should weigh the charging stop and planning burden before committing.