Abarth 500
The Abarth 500 is a four-seat compact car measuring 3,670 mm in length with a kerb weight of 1,322 kg. It has a top speed of 155 km/h. According to EU Safety Gate records, the model has been subject to 2 recalls.
| Manufacturer | Abarth |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Electric |
| Engine power | 112 kW (150 hp) |
| Kerb weight | 1,418 kg |
| Top speed | 155 km/h |
| Length | 3,670 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,680 mm |
| Height | 1,520 mm |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 3 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 13 European countries that registered the Abarth 500 in 2025 (1,203 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Abarth 500 cars registered for the first time across 13 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| France | 417 |
| Germany | 336 |
| United Kingdom | 165 |
| Italy | 99 |
| Belgium | 53 |
| Netherlands | 43 |
| Spain | 29 |
| Poland | 25 |
| Luxembourg | 17 |
| Portugal | 11 |
| Greece | 3 |
| Malta | 3 |
| Czechia | 2 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Other Abarth models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 73% of Abarth 500s pass their MOT test first time, based on 5,488 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
2 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Abarth 500. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The guide rails of the right-hand front seat are inadequate: the seat might not click into place properly and become detached.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-09-23
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2022-06-10
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Abarth recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Abarth 500?
- The Abarth 500 has a rated top speed of 155 km/h.
- How much power does the Abarth 500 have?
- The Abarth 500 produces 112 kW (150 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Abarth 500?
- The Abarth 500 is 3,670 mm long, 1,680 mm wide and 1,520 mm tall.
- How much does the Abarth 500 weigh?
- The Abarth 500 has a kerb weight of about 1,418 kg.
- How many seats does the Abarth 500 have?
- The Abarth 500 has 4 seats.