Fiat has now rolled out the “S-Design” special series trim level, recently launched for the 500X, Tipo and 124 Spider, onto the 500L which will help to give the most utilitarian member of the 500 family some much need sporty style and appeal.
Based on the Cross version, the new 500L S-Design crossover features a raised stance, more sporty look, exclusive matt bronze paintwork and glossy black roof, in addition to the Myron-finish trim inserts, two-colour 17-inch alloy rims and special sporty feel interiors.
The 500L S-Design also includes the Uconnect 7-inch HD LIVE touchscreen system, which ensures smartphone integration thanks to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionalities as well as having efficient petrol and diesel engines, all Euro 6/D compliant, available.
The aim of the 500L “S-Design” special series is clearly an attempt to imbue some “urban sportiness and distinctive style”, as Fiat says, into the family-focused crossover interpretation of the 500. It now aims to stand out with a more sporty appearance and better standard equipment.
The new 500L S-Design is the latest addition to the family that over the past months has dug out a slice of the sales mix of the 500X, Tipo and 124 Spider.
On the outside, the new special edition combines the Cross look and raised stance with an exclusive matt bronze livery complimented by a glossy black roof and Myron finish trim inserts on the mouldings, door handles, mirror caps, tail lamp cluster bezels, skid plate and grille, in addition to 17-inch two-coloured glossy black and Myron alloy rims. Fog lights and rear privacy windows complete the outside look of the 500L S-Design.
The sportier effects continue inside through a number of dark elements, including the matt black textured dashboard fascia with "500" copper colour logo. The passenger compartment is made more distinctive by the special S-Design fabric black and 'scuba' upholstery sporting double stitching and copper colour "500" logo. Seats with black leather inserts are optional.
Since it was launched in 2012 and for the past five years, the 500L has been at the top of its segment in Italy. The 500,000 example of the 500L was produced last February and it’s currently the segment leader in Italy, Serbia and Turkey and in the top three in Spain, France, Switzerland, Belgium, Denmark, Portugal and Greece.
The mproved visual appearance of the 500L S-Design is added to by plenty of standard equipment, that includes ABS, ESP, six airbags, cruise control, multifunctional techno leather steering wheel, 3.5-inch TFT colour display, 60/40 split rear seat and LED DRL.
In addition to the exclusive two-coloured matt bronze paintwork with glossy black roof, the new 500L S-Design is also available in Gelato White, Donatello Bronze, Moda Grey, Toscana Green (all of which can be paired with glossy black roof) and black.
The 500L S-Design also offers improved connectivity with Uconnect 7-inch HD live touchscreen, which is Apple CarPlay ready and Android Auto compatible, as standard equipment. Mopar Connect, which combines remote assistance services and control functions is available as an option.
In detail, the Uconnect system features high-resolution 7-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth hands-free interface, audio streaming, text reader and voice recognition function, Aux and USB ports with iPod integration and controls on the steering wheel. The redesigned reversing camera, offering sharp images and dynamic guidelines, and the integrated TomTom navigator with 3D and IQ Routes maps are available as options. The navigation system will be always up to date, courtesy of Mopar Map Care, the FCA service included in the purchase price of the car or of the navigator, which offers the latest map updates directly from the official websites.
Furthermore, users will always be connected with the Uconnect LIVE services. By downloading the free Uconnect LIVE app from the App Store or Google Play Store to their smartphones, they can exploit the benefits of Uconnect LIVE, which includes music streaming with Deezer and TuneIn, news from Reuters and connected navigation with TomTom LIVE, and can keep in touch with friends via Facebook Check-in and Twitter. Finally, with eco:Drive and my:Car, saving and environment-friendly running will be constantly under control, wherever the customer wants to go.
The most special feature of the Uconnect system is the integration of Apple CarPlay and compatibility with Android Auto to enjoy all the functions of Google.
Apple CarPlay shows road directions optimised according to traffic conditions and it can be used to make phone calls, send and receive messages and play music while remaining focused on the road. Just connect an iPhone and go. Apple CarPlay also works with other apps for the iPhone, such as audio, messaging, and voice apps. CarPlay features Siri voice control and is specially designed for driving scenarios.
The system is compatible with Android Auto, as well, to continue the Android experience in the car, by "projecting" apps and services of the central display and is designed to make retrieving information while driving easy and safe.
The driver can use Google Maps to obtain route guidance and easily access music, multimedia contents and messaging apps. Easy, immediate interaction with devices guarantees the convenience of maintaining the same operating system even in the car, for constantly connected and safe driving, resulting in great quality of life on-board as well as improved ergonomics.
When an Android smartphone is connected to the vehicle or the compatible stereo system, the Android Auto apps appear on the vehicle's display.
Compliant with the more restrictive limits set for in the Euro 6/D standard, the engine range available for the 500L S-Design features the 95 HP 1.4-litre Fire petrol engine with 6-speed manual transmission, the 95 HP 1.3-litre MultiJet II turbodiesel with manual or Dualogic robotised transmission or the 120 HP 1.6 MultiJet paired with manual transmission.
Photos: Fiat 500 S-Design
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