I’ve only owned my first Abarth for about three years, and I know allot of people complain about the same engine being reproduced and resold as a new limited edition model, but for me it’s all about the potential and how these little engines can be modified. The Italian spirit and heritage is still there which is what i love about these little cars. Which other car would you find that when increasing the volume the stereo randomly mutes? Quality features like that are priceless and make me appreciate the Monza exhaust that little bit more 👍🏼
Buy the simple esseesse that gets tighter sabelts with carbon fibre backs, it has the akrapovic carbon exhaust and you can spec carbon dash as well. If you want the trick spoiler, Oldschool Garage are making an active one that looks sick and works like an airbrake as well.
Can just imagine the discussion at abarth HQ "we've got some 70th anniversary spoilers lying around, what should we do with them" "pfft, let's just make another special edition. I'm sure we'll find some other left over parts lying around"
Makes my 70th Anniversary EsseEsse look an absolute bargain given its spec compared to this. No LSD, No carbon fibre Sabelts - think ill be keeping mine. Great vid as always Stef
I can hear it in your voice Stef, and I feel the same - Another rehash !! They could easily and safely up the power to 200bhp It would then be able to keep up with the Ford Fiesta ST's and JCW mini's.
I love Abarths, I've had four, but I'm with you, Stef, when do we get a proper upgrade, Firefly engines? I would have another, but they're too small for what we need, but its getting harder to justify. I share your frustration
Existential, mushy doggo! It is cool how they can just bump out moods and vibes of this car, still a stout option for that gas milage/performance/price orb. Next they need to bump out a matching paint steelies, prettyrings, chrome domes, whitewalls, tpms, and no spoilers or valences model, and bring back the 1.4 n/a multiair, electric, and some sleeper nonbadged turbos in there. The Classiccoré (rolled r)
It's about time Abarth provided a 595/695 based on a conceptual mix of what Abarthests are creating, a better stance a new creative interior and around 220 BHP off the line, we need to see the innovative design thought guy's - hello!!!!
I do like the Abarth range so much so I’m on my 3rd Abarth 500/595 going for a fourth, I just wish they would put cruise control on the Abarth’s sure can’t be that costly to do as the non Abarth 500 range comes with it or at least as a option to pick, I feel that lets them down compared to their competition.
I agree with you the lack of cruise control is so annoying, especially if you are used to it on other cars.... The speed climbs too easily on these when driving, and with it being present on the Fiat 500s there is no excuse!
Not having cruise control is imho a stupid thing, they must think it makes it a more track focused Car. As with all modern cars it's only a stalk and software upgrade, no complicated hardware.
Excellent informative video love the channel my wife drives a fiat 500 1.2 pop I love driving it , more than my 3ltr jaguar I think I would love a abarth ?.love the style of the abarth regards .
Antony, well said, can't find a price but could have a retail price over 30k. just looked on Autotrader (9.7.21) for Biposto one Biposto Record 4k miles for £25,995 mind you the Biposto is not an everyday car. ps you can have my moded Biposto for £23k.
I agree, nothing majorly spectacular upgrades wise. It does look better than the Anniversario version, bit neater, leaner, more edge? I think if Abarth really want to make a splash with this before the 500 Abarth ceases production, then they need to do like what happened back in the day when they launched the Punto Mk2 HGT and put a ballsy engine in the Abarth like a 1.8 instead of a 1.4 or even a 1.6! and stop things like the Fiesta and Yaris kicking it’s butt! I know Abarth have emissions regulations to work with, however they could get away with offering a simple upgrade kit to complement the existing engine which would’ve been tweaked already at the factory. The kit could comprise of an exhaust, a chip or replacement ECU and sport springs and upgraded brake kit? Then it’s be up to the owner if they wish to take the risk with the emissions in their region? Orrr they could offer a higher spec engine which is an optional extra and shipped SEPARATELY from the cars themselves customer pays for the upgrade and fitting of new engine? Just an idea!
They could upgrade the engine, fix some issue like the high seat and make the care a little bit wider and longer to give it better handling. If they change those things, which is not so difficult, they could sell so much more
Yeah right! If you said 'im off for a drive in my Abarth people would think....cool, that's a car with real character. If you said im off for a drive in my Hyundai people would assume, ah he must be off to the library or perhaps he's off to buy some new sandals. The two cars are worlds apart. The Hyundai suggests you vote for the Liberal Democrats and sport a brown cardigan. The Abarth suggests you can run the London marathon while consuming 15 pints of lager and 20 Marlboro red, and then go out clubbing all night.
Hi stef this is probably going to be one of the last versions abath are going to release seeing as Fiat are only selling the 500 as electric battery powered only.
If Abarth reads these comments, can someone send me one of these to do an extended test drive in the United States please? I have a 2013 500 Abarth that I love dearly, but this thing would look great in my driveway
Just a change of lipstick. Sadly I wont be buying another until they do something drastic with it and I hope those don't keep adding the terrible black boot lid - that certainly will not last in Australian sun , bring back the brushed aluminium / chrome if anything
Just seems that Abarth are just trying to eek out the 500 before they really have got ta change It's getting a bit long in the tooth now And the 1.4 t-jet is ready for an update They could even add a decent electric motor to it To bring it up to date I'm a lifelong Àbarth fan from when i worked for Fiat in 70s So Abarth let's get new exciting stuff on the table Sorry ...... I'm ranting lol 😂
No please don’t say the word electric. I for one will be holding off to the bitter end with petrol. I don’t want a silent ufo sounding car that will probably use telematics and reports the driver for going too fast. They could do some subtle changes like drop an eyebrow on the bonnet and add some vents. Maybe even flair out the front an back wings and get the wheels to extend a lot further outwards. I love the current shape, it’s extremely similar to the very old original model, which I love and that’s a big part of its historical Heritage.
as a 695 70th owner its disappointing to see this, as the interior features should of been on that model and not saved for this. The comp now has access to the body kit and a gorgeous alcantara interior the new esseesse now has the same exterior look with the spoiler and the much better interior. I can't see how the 70th will now stand out as a true special edition as it once was, the look took it to the same league as a biposto in exclusivity but that has now been lost, which is such a shame.
Thank you for info, Stef. If Abarth is listening, I'd suggest they increase the horsepower and add a sixth gear. And, since I'm shooting for the moon, I'd love to see an all-wheel drive model, like the Toyota GR Yaris. I really like these cars. But, I feel like I see the same thing over and over again, just in a different skin. If Abarth would add these upgrades and offer them as special orders, here in the USA, then I'm confident they'd sell. There's just nothing like these, in America - except for the 2019s. And, those are becoming scarce. We need the new ones, here.
Same body different suit , very disappointing , I loved my Turismo as you know , but I’m glad I have the Abarth spider now , this is exactly why the Yaris is becoming very popular , be interesting to see what Yaris do next , if anything . But I’m sure they will sell plenty of them to a new and existing customers
It still looks very nice. The thing is, they sell and sell a lot. They are using the german tactic...just change this for that and sell. Nothing new. Just some minor changes and thats it. Its still a fun car to have. Cant wait to have my abarth
As long as Fiat is not producing new models how are Abarth supposed to innovate? Unless a new Punto comes under the Stellantis group, we can forget a truly new Abarth model.
Based on the scalable EMD solutions, for STLA small, power wil range from 70-180 kW, 125-180 kW is planned for the top of STLA small. The 500e has 70 kW and 87 kW, Abarth versions could get every thing between 125 kW up to 180 kW. 2024 does not mean that a Abarth EV will be introduced then, it mean ICE Abarth will no longer available after 2024. A Abarth EV will be introduced before that, probably 2023.
Innovation is expensive and unneccessary if your small customer range is buying it anyway. Thing is because of emission regulations they wont do any big update on this car. I think its the last "facelift" of these models, and the next one will either be hybrid or full electric, or they will do something entirely different or nothing at all.
Parts bin specials. I love the brand but I can’t understand this chronic lack of investment in the car. It has been crying for a six speed box for years.
I wonder how much of these 695's EsseEsse, they think, they will sell. Beside the Bonnet and rear spoiler, there is nothing special about it. And they cost a lot of money. I think a "Abarth 695 70° Anniversario" is some what more special.
as an owner of a 2013 ( 5spd) and a 2015 Abarth 500 ( 6spd auto) they ( Fiat /Abarth ) are way overdue for an all new Abarth .......Although I'm thinking a new "'600" ( longer and wider and a "hidden 4 door" ( 4 door made to look iike a 2 door) with a larger engine bay housing a 1.6 to 1.9 turbo DOHC 4 cylinder , direct injected .....IRS, LSD front diff, better aero , 17 in wheels/tires std , 7(or even 8) spd DCT auto plus 6spd manual...Lets take it up a notch Fiat ...Abarth.....even Rollo agrees with me...
They can't keep just adding trim upgrades... It's a joke.. Car needs to be more special and aggressive looking, o and come on.. More power.. 200bhp..at least.. Can get done.. Got essessee myself but will be the last one I buy..
@@martyhutton5849 Nice, tbf though. The Abarth's don't change much because of legal requirements and standards. When I modded mine, it all had to be done properly and obviously still insurable. The only ones that stand out in all stock are the anniversary ones and limited editions. Otherwise, they've made them pretty easy to modify.
Abarth need to sort it out. seriously falling behind the times. BORING!! Plus the stupid rev counter placement still hasn't been fixed from the uk model great video though Stef as always appreciate your work just not the car.
6.7 seconds to 60 is so slow for one of the smallest if not the smallest car available. Making all these as limited edition is a total waste of time as then there is never a limited edition car as they all car . Why not just make a normal model which is updated regularly just like other cars . Just a marketing con . They all end up as £5k or less cars .
I’ve only owned my first Abarth for about three years, and I know allot of people complain about the same engine being reproduced and resold as a new limited edition model, but for me it’s all about the potential and how these little engines can be modified. The Italian spirit and heritage is still there which is what i love about these little cars.
Which other car would you find that when increasing the volume the stereo randomly mutes?
Quality features like that are priceless and make me appreciate the Monza exhaust that little bit more 👍🏼
I do like them but how many times can you rebrand/change decals on the same product :D
Just get out of them what they can before they will be electric.
I don't think we will see a all new ICE Abarth any time soon.
Buy the simple esseesse that gets tighter sabelts with carbon fibre backs, it has the akrapovic carbon exhaust and you can spec carbon dash as well. If you want the trick spoiler, Oldschool Garage are making an active one that looks sick and works like an airbrake as well.
I'm suprised you can keep a straight face at this point Stef when you say 'new'
Stef, thumbs up and a like when Abarth introduces a sixth gear. This like is for Rollo. Let me know if you ever need a pet sitter. He is a character.
Can just imagine the discussion at abarth HQ
"we've got some 70th anniversary spoilers lying around, what should we do with them"
"pfft, let's just make another special edition. I'm sure we'll find some other left over parts lying around"
Thx for your movies and updates on Abarth! You're in my favorites list. Also a big thumbs up for the star of the movie.
Makes my 70th Anniversary EsseEsse look an absolute bargain given its spec compared to this. No LSD, No carbon fibre Sabelts - think ill be keeping mine. Great vid as always Stef
I can hear it in your voice Stef, and I feel the same - Another rehash !!
They could easily and safely up the power to 200bhp
It would then be able to keep up with the Ford Fiesta ST's and JCW mini's.
Great to see Rolo is back 👍......has the car changed .....he poked his tongue out 😀
Stef...your dog LOOKS and SOUNDS like an Abarth 500😎
😂😂😂
Only wish I could still get the 500 abarth in the United States, very disappointed that we can’t
Hey Stef, any idea on price? I have a 19 plate Turismo, may consider upgrading next year.
I love Abarths, I've had four, but I'm with you, Stef, when do we get a proper upgrade, Firefly engines?
I would have another, but they're too small for what we need, but its getting harder to justify.
I share your frustration
One of the best yet i would say. I like it 👍
Existential, mushy doggo! It is cool how they can just bump out moods and vibes of this car, still a stout option for that gas milage/performance/price orb.
Next they need to bump out a matching paint steelies, prettyrings, chrome domes, whitewalls, tpms, and no spoilers or valences model, and bring back the 1.4 n/a multiair, electric, and some sleeper nonbadged turbos in there. The Classiccoré (rolled r)
It's about time Abarth provided a 595/695 based on a conceptual mix of what Abarthests are creating, a better stance a new creative interior and around 220 BHP off the line, we need to see the innovative design thought guy's - hello!!!!
You have a good italian pronunciation
I saw one in Guildford Abarth and it looks amazing
I do like the Abarth range so much so I’m on my 3rd Abarth 500/595 going for a fourth, I just wish they would put cruise control on the Abarth’s sure can’t be that costly to do as the non Abarth 500 range comes with it or at least as a option to pick, I feel that lets them down compared to their competition.
I agree with you the lack of cruise control is so annoying, especially if you are used to it on other cars.... The speed climbs too easily on these when driving, and with it being present on the Fiat 500s there is no excuse!
Not having cruise control is imho a stupid thing, they must think it makes it a more track focused Car.
As with all modern cars it's only a stalk and software upgrade, no complicated hardware.
Needs a Ferrari red version, Do like it, and literally just got a set of springs and Koni Esseesse shocks delivered! :-D
Excellent informative video love the channel my wife drives a fiat 500 1.2 pop I love driving it , more than my 3ltr jaguar I think I would love a abarth ?.love the style of the abarth regards .
im suprised they didnt go with a colour matched bodykit from the Pista. I'd rather have a second hand Biposto still.
Antony, well said, can't find a price but could have a retail price over 30k. just looked on Autotrader (9.7.21) for Biposto one Biposto Record 4k miles for £25,995 mind you the Biposto is not an everyday car. ps you can have my moded Biposto for £23k.
I agree, nothing majorly spectacular upgrades wise. It does look better than the Anniversario version, bit neater, leaner, more edge?
I think if Abarth really want to make a splash with this before the 500 Abarth ceases production, then they need to do like what happened back in the day when they launched the Punto Mk2 HGT and put a ballsy engine in the Abarth like a 1.8 instead of a 1.4 or even a 1.6! and stop things like the Fiesta and Yaris kicking it’s butt! I know Abarth have emissions regulations to work with, however they could get away with offering a simple upgrade kit to complement the existing engine which would’ve been tweaked already at the factory. The kit could comprise of an exhaust, a chip or replacement ECU and sport springs and upgraded brake kit? Then it’s be up to the owner if they wish to take the risk with the emissions in their region? Orrr they could offer a higher spec engine which is an optional extra and shipped SEPARATELY from the cars themselves customer pays for the upgrade and fitting of new engine?
Just an idea!
Do you know if this will be released in Australia ??
They could upgrade the engine, fix some issue like the high seat and make the care a little bit wider and longer to give it better handling. If they change those things, which is not so difficult, they could sell so much more
they also need to work on the price. the car costs 11 000€ more than a hyundai i20n which is a far superior car.
Yeah right! If you said 'im off for a drive in my Abarth people would think....cool, that's a car with real character. If you said im off for a drive in my Hyundai people would assume, ah he must be off to the library or perhaps he's off to buy some new sandals. The two cars are worlds apart. The Hyundai suggests you vote for the Liberal Democrats and sport a brown cardigan. The Abarth suggests you can run the London marathon while consuming 15 pints of lager and 20 Marlboro red, and then go out clubbing all night.
Still no bi-xenons as standard 🤦🏼♂️
I like the look of this, I would of expected a little more power and maybe some 18’s.
Bless the dog 🐕
If only we could have all around glass tint like the demo car
Hi stef this is probably going to be one of the last versions abath are going to release seeing as Fiat are only selling the 500 as electric battery powered only.
It works well would have liked a few more color options but why break something that works.
If Abarth reads these comments, can someone send me one of these to do an extended test drive in the United States please? I have a 2013 500 Abarth that I love dearly, but this thing would look great in my driveway
Just a change of lipstick. Sadly I wont be buying another until they do something drastic with it and I hope those don't keep adding the terrible black boot lid - that certainly will not last in Australian sun , bring back the brushed aluminium / chrome if anything
This is a bit like adding a new collar and leash and perhaps some fancy clothes to your cool dog. Still a very cool puppy but not a brand new one.
This is a beautiful car,i love the car.
Why change something that is already perfect ? To me it is.
Italians make great Pizza 🍕 all slightly different.
Just seems that Abarth are just trying to eek out the 500 before they really have got ta change It's getting a bit long in the tooth now And the 1.4 t-jet is ready for an update They could even add a decent electric motor to it To bring it up to date I'm a lifelong Àbarth fan from when i worked for Fiat in 70s So Abarth let's get new exciting stuff on the table Sorry ......
I'm ranting lol 😂
No please don’t say the word electric. I for one will be holding off to the bitter end with petrol. I don’t want a silent ufo sounding car that will probably use telematics and reports the driver for going too fast. They could do some subtle changes like drop an eyebrow on the bonnet and add some vents. Maybe even flair out the front an back wings and get the wheels to extend a lot further outwards. I love the current shape, it’s extremely similar to the very old original model, which I love and that’s a big part of its historical Heritage.
@@MrMarkeboy1234 just hope they do something more daring and faster I love them and always will Just add a motor to make it go faster !
PS loved your Abarth Fest video.
Thank you mate!
I like the alcantara on the dashboard and the seats, and the Akrapovic exhaust.
But it's nothing really new. Just another special edition.
as a 695 70th owner its disappointing to see this, as the interior features should of been on that model and not saved for this. The comp now has access to the body kit and a gorgeous alcantara interior the new esseesse now has the same exterior look with the spoiler and the much better interior.
I can't see how the 70th will now stand out as a true special edition as it once was, the look took it to the same league as a biposto in exclusivity but that has now been lost, which is such a shame.
I have the same opinion.. I got aswell the 70 anniversario in Monza Green and still prefer the design....
Thank you for info, Stef. If Abarth is listening, I'd suggest they increase the horsepower and add a sixth gear. And, since I'm shooting for the moon, I'd love to see an all-wheel drive model, like the Toyota GR Yaris. I really like these cars. But, I feel like I see the same thing over and over again, just in a different skin. If Abarth would add these upgrades and offer them as special orders, here in the USA, then I'm confident they'd sell. There's just nothing like these, in America - except for the 2019s. And, those are becoming scarce. We need the new ones, here.
Same body different suit , very disappointing , I loved my Turismo as you know , but I’m glad I have the Abarth spider now , this is exactly why the Yaris is becoming very popular , be interesting to see what Yaris do next , if anything . But I’m sure they will sell plenty of them to a new and existing customers
5:12…Maybe your bulldog has otitis….😂😂😂
Are you reviewing the Arbarth 695 Esseesse or reviewing/displaying 'Pet' grooming?.
I will be once Abarth Uk get one
Price?
Time for a new punto abarth
Or a new 127 Abarth.
Need a new Fiat Punto first.... I guess we will see an Abarth 500x at some point.,
It still looks very nice. The thing is, they sell and sell a lot. They are using the german tactic...just change this for that and sell. Nothing new. Just some minor changes and thats it. Its still a fun car to have. Cant wait to have my abarth
What’s the difference between 595 and 695?
695 is reserved for “special” models
As long as Fiat is not producing new models how are Abarth supposed to innovate? Unless a new Punto comes under the Stellantis group, we can forget a truly new Abarth model.
Fiat has made a new model.... I guess we are just waiting on Abarth to work it's magic on the electric version.
Based on the scalable EMD solutions, for STLA small, power wil range from 70-180 kW, 125-180 kW is planned for the top of STLA small.
The 500e has 70 kW and 87 kW, Abarth versions could get every thing between 125 kW up to 180 kW.
2024 does not mean that a Abarth EV will be introduced then, it mean ICE Abarth will no longer available after 2024.
A Abarth EV will be introduced before that, probably 2023.
Innovation is expensive and unneccessary if your small customer range is buying it anyway. Thing is because of emission regulations they wont do any big update on this car. I think its the last "facelift" of these models, and the next one will either be hybrid or full electric, or they will do something entirely different or nothing at all.
Brand new ? Cost in excess of £30k ?
Parts bin specials. I love the brand but I can’t understand this chronic lack of investment in the car. It has been crying for a six speed box for years.
What's the price, probably £30.000. Needs more power.
I have an Abarth Vato Loco. Only one in the world.
HI Stef, yet another parts bin edition not even special, white wheels Ugh, and How Much !
I wonder how much of these 695's EsseEsse, they think, they will sell.
Beside the Bonnet and rear spoiler, there is nothing special about it.
And they cost a lot of money.
I think a "Abarth 695 70° Anniversario" is some what more special.
as an owner of a 2013 ( 5spd) and a 2015 Abarth 500 ( 6spd auto) they ( Fiat /Abarth ) are way overdue for an all new Abarth .......Although I'm thinking a new "'600" ( longer and wider and a "hidden 4 door" ( 4 door made to look iike a 2 door) with a larger engine bay housing a 1.6 to 1.9 turbo DOHC 4 cylinder , direct injected .....IRS, LSD front diff, better aero , 17 in wheels/tires std , 7(or even 8) spd DCT auto plus 6spd manual...Lets take it up a notch Fiat ...Abarth.....even Rollo agrees with me...
They can't keep just adding trim upgrades... It's a joke.. Car needs to be more special and aggressive looking, o and come on.. More power.. 200bhp..at least.. Can get done.. Got essessee myself but will be the last one I buy..
Same old,same old, six speed box, lower the seat height, rake on the steering and a would consider buying another
You can mod one yourself or take to a modify car shop. Maybe 5-7k added and you've got yourself a beastly Abarth.
My last trofeo a lowered the rear, lowered the front seats, stripped out the back seats kinda biposto look.
@@martyhutton5849 Nice, tbf though. The Abarth's don't change much because of legal requirements and standards. When I modded mine, it all had to be done properly and obviously still insurable. The only ones that stand out in all stock are the anniversary ones and limited editions. Otherwise, they've made them pretty easy to modify.
I wonder if it's going to have the noisy rear Brembo brake issue? BUZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzz
Love the car but the two colour combos are just a no from me🤷♀️
This ABATH looks like a FIAT.
If abarth read the comments make an abarth 500X
Abarth need to sort it out. seriously falling behind the times. BORING!! Plus the stupid rev counter placement still hasn't been fixed from the uk model great video though Stef as always appreciate your work just not the car.
6.7 seconds to 60 is so slow for one of the smallest if not the smallest car available. Making all these as limited edition is a total waste of time as then there is never a limited edition car as they all car . Why not just make a normal model which is updated regularly just like other cars . Just a marketing con . They all end up as £5k or less cars .
Unless it's a Ferrari or Maserati edition... they are going up in value, just seen a Edizione Maserati going for £40,000
It’s a bloody essessee not an essay essay
Thats how Italians pronounce the letter S. So he is saying it correctly
@@SteliosHOT yeah but I don’t reckon Italians try to sound like English people when saying English words.
🤦♂️ Very disappointed just bring out a new one for the love off god even the fiat 500 have a new shape 🤷♂️
Nothing new in the abarth range then same old Same old really
Not exactly new is it LOL, Getting old now, Where's the innovation?!
Get a Gr Yaris and you won't look back. Under powered and over priced. Shame ...
This needs to stop now…..flogging a dead horse 🙄👎🏽
Your dog is annoying - had to stop midway and find another review
Ok 👍🏻
Sfruttare
Far too many "special" editions 👎
Boring!