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In the aftermath of the recently launched 500L, the Fiat 500 family continues to grow with the introduction of a new 500S, which brings a sportier look to the range.
Inspired by Abarth editions of previous Fiat’s, the new car is designed to appeal to those who want the look of something a bit out of the ordinary, combined with affordable running costs.
The 500S gets new front and rear bumpers, new side skirts, a boot-lid mounted rear spoiler, dark chrome detailing, chrome exhaust, rear privacy glass and new alloy wheels. A total of eight body colours are available now, with matt black available soon.
The interior features new sports seats, a flat bottomed steering wheel and red detailing on the seats, wheel and gear lever. A matt silver dashboard also makes an appearance.
![Fiat 500S interior](https://i0.wp.com/clarechampion.ie/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/131002_F_500S_IRL_02_rsz.jpg?resize=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1)
Powering is provided either from the 69 bhp 1.2 petrol or the 85 bhp TwinAir turbo petrol. Both models come with air conditioning, Blue & Me connectivity, seven airbags, start stop, electric windows, mirrors and remote central locking. In addition, the TwinAir comes with climate control.
The 500S 1.2 is priced at €15,195 and has CO2 emissions of 113g/km, putting into VRT band A4. The TwinAir Turbo is priced at €16,495 comes into VRT band A2.
Both cars and indeed the full Fiat range come with a five year warranty as standard.
John Galvin
Motoring editor - The Clare Champion
Former Chairman and voting member of Irish Motoring Writers' Association