Abarth
£13,950
- Make
- Abarth
- Model
- 595 competisione auto hatch
- Year
- 2018
- Mileage
- 45,122 mi
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body
- Hatchback
- Engine
- 1.4
- Colour
- Grey Metallic
Overview
This 2018 ABARTH 595 Competizione represents authentic Italian performance in a compact package. Finished in Grey Metallic, this automatic hatchback combines spirited driving dynamics with practical everyday usability. The 1.4-litre petrol engine delivers the character ABARTH is renowned for, while the automatic transmission offers convenient urban driving. With 45,122 miles on the clock, this example presents an opportunity to own a distinctive, characterful performance car that stands apart from mainstream alternatives. Perfect for drivers seeking engaging handling and individuality.
About the Abarth 595 competisione auto hatch
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The Abarth 595 Competizione is a performance-focused iteration of Fiat's city car, positioned as a hot hatch for drivers seeking spirited handling over outright power. It combines Abarth's sporting tuning—typically involving a turbocharged engine, chassis refinements, and aggressive styling—with the 595's practicality as a compact urban vehicle. The Competizione variant represents the range's upper tier, emphasizing track-ready credentials and premium cabin appointments. It appeals to enthusiast drivers who prioritize agility and character over mainstream performance metrics, trading raw speed for responsive steering and nimble cornering in its segment.
Pros
- +Sharp, responsive handling and engaging steering feedback
- +Spirited turbocharged engine with distinct character
- +Compact size ideal for city driving and parking
- +Distinctive Italian design with aggressive styling
- +Lower running costs versus larger hot hatches
Watch out for
- −Limited rear legroom and boot space for longer journeys
- −Engine lacks power versus rival hot hatch competitors
- −Firm suspension can feel uncomfortable on poor road surfaces
- −Wind and road noise present at motorway speeds
Common issues
- !Dual-mass flywheel wear on turbocharged versions
