The Fiat 500 Abarth has been on sale in the US since 2012, during its time here the Abarth has changed the perception of what a small hot hatch can be. Its vulgar exhaust note, small size, and Italian heritage work together to create a fun package with more personality than its rivals. When searching for a 500 Abarth it can be difficult to justify the price of a brand new one, which starts around $22,500. However, on the used market the 500 Abarth is an amazing value for the money. Thanks to the steep depreciation experienced by all Fiat products, you can now pick up used 500 Abarths for as little as $15,000 with under 15,000 miles.




If you’re looking for a hot hatch on a budget, a 500 Abarth could be the perfect car for you. Buying a new 500 Abarth is a tough proposition with competent competitors like the Fiesta ST in the same price range. However, on the used market Fiesta ST’s are typically $5,000 more with similar mileage making a used Abarth a smart purchase. When this article was written, there were more than 150 Abarths on sale in the US for under $15,000 on Cars.com. This large supply of used Abarths means you not only get an amazing deal but there are numerous cars to chose from.


When you look at the 500 Abarth as a $15,000 car it becomes a very compelling package. Its forged 1.4 liter turbo inline 4 produces 160 horsepower while returning 34 miles per gallon on the highway. The 5 speed manual transmission keeps the driver involved to fully enjoy the hot hatch driving experience. With an aggressively styled exterior and amazing exhaust note to boot, a used 500 Abarth is a lot excitement for the money.



This quirky Italian hot hatch offers an exciting driving experience while being affordable. Its exhaust note cannot be beat by any competitors and it has a personality that few cars possess. It may not be the fastest or most practical hot hatch but that does not make it a bad car. If you rarely haul people in your rear seats and you don’t mind owning a Fiat, a used 500 Abarth is a screaming deal.