FIAT 500 vs Toyota Matrix
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2013 Toyota Matrix
Overview
| Spec | FIAT 500Pop | Toyota MatrixL |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Pop | L |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2019 | 2013 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | FIAT 500Pop | Toyota MatrixL |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $16,245 (best) | $19,275 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $9,990 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $9,990 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $9,990 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | FIAT 500Pop | Toyota MatrixL |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 32 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 10.5 gal | 13.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | FIAT 500Pop | Toyota MatrixL |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 135 hp (best) | 132 hp |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft (best) | 128 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.4 L | 1.8 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | FIAT 500Pop | Toyota MatrixL |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 3 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 30.2 cu ft | 49.4 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,505 lbs (best) | 2,844 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 4.5 in | 5.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 90.6 in | 102.4 in (best) |
| Length | 139.6 in | 171.9 in (best) |
| Width | 64.1 in | 69.5 in (best) |
| Height | 59.8 in | 61 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | FIAT 500Pop | Toyota MatrixL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | 1 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | FIAT 500 | Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pop $16,245 MSRP(Currently comparing) | L $19,275 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | C Pop $17,740 MSRP | L $20,115 MSRP |
| 3 | Retro $19,745 MSRP | S $20,265 MSRP |
| 4 | Lounge $19,745 MSRP | S $21,455 MSRP |
| 5 | Abarth $20,495 MSRP | S $22,415 MSRP |
| 6 | C Lounge $21,240 MSRP | — |
| 7 | C Retro $21,240 MSRP | — |
| 8 | C Abarth $21,990 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Battery Electric $33,210 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
FIAT 500 vs Toyota Matrix FAQ
- Which is better: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 FIAT 500 vs 2013 Toyota Matrix on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 FIAT 500 starts lower at $16,245. Live Toyota Matrix listings start at $9,990.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- The 2019 FIAT 500 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (16,245).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- The 2019 FIAT 500 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- The 2019 FIAT 500 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (84).
- Which has better horsepower: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- The 2019 FIAT 500 leads on horsepower in this comparison (160).
- Which has better seats: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- The 2013 Toyota Matrix leads on seats in this comparison (5).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- The 2013 Toyota Matrix leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 FIAT 500 vs 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: FIAT 500 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).