Fiat 500X Red

The hybrid option is the second engine offering available for the 500X. It slightly increases overall performance in comparison with the 1.0-litre turbocharged three-cylinder that is currently available. For the 500X Hybrid Fiat has created a new 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, which is an evolution of an older 1.3-litre unit. A 15kW electric motor is integrated into the automatic gearbox and is powered by a compact battery. As with the smaller 1.0-litre engine, the hybrid 500X is front-wheel drive, so you may want to look elsewhere if you're looking for a crossover that can do some light off-roading. On the road, the 1.5-litre engine delivers sufficient power and can feel relatively brisk when asked, nothing more. The dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT) generally works well but is less impressive at lower speeds where it isn't as slick as other similar gearboxes.