Used Abarth 595 cars for sale

How does the Abarth 595 drive?

Despite its sporty look and hot-hatch pricing, the 595 is still a city car at heart. Cruising the city and manoeuvring through traffic is when you'll have the best driving experience. The standard 5-speed manual gearbox is easy to use, even in heavy traffic. Unfortunately, the engine and tyre noises become noticeable on the motorway, which takes away from its otherwise relaxing ambience.

What does the Abarth 595 Torque Transfer Control do?

The Torque Transfer Control (TTC) system is a standard tech feature in all the latest Abarth 595 trims. Engaging it helps the front-wheel-drive car pull smoothly through tight bends. It works by automatically braking the inside wheel, using it to pivot while allowing the other wheels to spin as normal. This results in tight cornering and better traction on low-grip surfaces. Essentially, TTC lets you safely corner at a slightly higher speed, but do be sure to keep safety in mind and learn how to utilise the TTC system properly.

What engine options can you get in the Abarth 595?

While all Abarth 595 cars come with the same 1.4-litre petrol-powered engine, each trim level is tuned to a different output. The regular 595 provides 145 hp and 206 Nm of peak torque. The Turismo has a more refined 1.4-litre that delivers 165 hp and outdoes the base trim by 24 Nm of torque and a top speed of 134 miles. The top of the range turbocharged Competizione trim puts out 180 bhp and delivers 250 Nm of peak torque.

Is the luggage space reasonable in the Abarth 595?

With all the seats in place, you can open up 185 litres of boot space, which leaves plenty of room for a large suitcase and few small, soft bags. Although it's not as roomy as the 265-litre boot offered by its main rival, the Suzuki Swift Sport, it makes up for it with its style and performance. Folding the rear seats increases your storage capacity to 550 litres. You can also flip just one of the 50:50 split-fold seats to double your storage space while still leaving a bottom for one rear passenger.

Are there any suitable alternatives to the Abarth 595?

The closest alternatives to the Abarth 595 hatchback includes the Volkswagen Up! and the Suzuki Swift Sport. While these 2 may offer more luggage space, a lower price and better fuel efficiency, they aren't nearly as fast or exciting to drive as the Abarth 595.

Is the Abarth 595 a safe ride?

Although the Euro NCAP has never tested the Abarth 595 in a crash test, they did test a very comparable model in 2007 on the Fiat 500. The Fiat earned a 5-star safety rating for adult occupant safety and a 3-star rating for child occupant safety. Since the Abarth 595 lacks a crash-prevention system, which is often found in newer cars, such as autonomous braking, it could underperform based on current safety standards. Foregoing technology, the Abarth has all the hardware safety essentials, including Isofix, airbags and 3-point safety belts.