Fiat is on a losing streak in the United States over many reasons, particularly the oft-mentioned poor reliability and even poorer after-sales service of the dealership network. Returning to the subject of this story, the 500X Sport comes standard with intelligent all-wheel drive, a rear-axle disconnect system, 1.3-liter turbocharged engine with 177 horsepower and 210 pound-feet of torque, and an auto.

Uconnect 4 infotainment with a 7.0-inch touchscreen display is also standard, and it includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto connectivity, satellite navigation, and a few apps. SiriusXM Radio is offered with a 12-month trial subscription, and the list of goodies further includes an all-new exterior color called Rovente Red.