Fiat 500L 2012 TwinAir Turbo
Fiat 500 2012 0.9 petrol description
Hatchback Fiat 500L 2012 TwinAir Turbo is being produced from January, 2012. It has two-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 0.9 litres, which produces power of 105 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Fiat 500 2012 version and torque 145 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.
This 2-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and MHI TD025L4BR turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 160 000 to 270 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Fiat 500 0.9 engine oil type is 0W-30 and oil capacity is 3.2 litres.
Fiat 500L 2012 TwinAir Turbo has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Fiat 500L 2012 TwinAir Turbo accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Fiat 500L 2012 TwinAir Turbo in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 4.7 litres per 100km (21.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 5.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1060 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Fiat real everyday fuel consumption is 6.4 litres per 100 km, which is 36% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Fiat 500 fuel consumption.
Fiat 500 safety
During safety testing Fiat 500 has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Fiat 500 is evaluated with average rate 66 from 100, children safety: low mark - 49 from 100, for pedestrian protection Fiat 500 got 53 points from 100.
Fiat 500 safety equipment has been rated as very low - 27 percents from 100.
Fiat 500L 2012 TwinAir Turbo technical data
| Model: | Fiat 500L TwinAir Turbo | ||
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| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2012. January | ||
| Engine: | 875 cm3 Petrol, 2 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 109 g/km |
| Power: | 105 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 145 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.7 (combined) 5.6 (urban) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.4 l/100km (36.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.15m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.66m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 343 litres | ||
Fiat 500L 2012 TwinAir Turbo engine 199B6000
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 160,000 to 270,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 875 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 2 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Fiat 500L 2012 TwinAir Turbo oil type | 0W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.2 litres (3.4 quarts) |
| Power | 105 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2012 |
| Duration of production | 12 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2015 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Alfa Romeo MiTo |
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All Fiat 500 hatchback [2012 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Fiat 500 2012 0.9 L TwinAir Turbo
Most powerfull petrol version (105 HP) |
0.9 Petrol | 105 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Fiat 500 2012 1.2 L 1.3 MultiJet | 1.2 Diesel | 85 HP | 4.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Fiat 500 2013 1.2 L 1.3 MultiJet
Jan 2013 — Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.2 Diesel | 85 HP | 4.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Fiat 500 2012 L 1.4 | 1.4 Petrol | 95 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Fiat 500 2012 L 1.6 MultiJet
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.3 seconds |
1.6 Diesel | 105 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |