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    Abarth is a renowned Italian tuning house which is now part of the giant car-making conglomerate Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. The stylised scorpion Abarth badge seen on mainstream Fiat models signifies upgraded handling and brakes, improved performance, and sporty exterior and interior styling. All models are made in Italy and are based on the diminutive Fiat 500. They include the Abarth 595 Turismo, Abarth Competizione, and Abarth Competizione Convertible.

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    Abarth 500e 2023 review

    Abarth 500e 2023 review

    26 May 2023 by James Cleary
    EVs have been with us for a while, but Abarth is leading the way when it comes to a dedicated zero-emissions hot hatch. The Italian performance specialist has delivered the Abarth 500e, a pure-... Read more
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    Abarth 124 Spider 2019 review

    Abarth 124 Spider 2019 review

    26 Jun 2019 by Tom White
    Sure, it's just a tiny bit Japanese underneath, thanks to its clear family tree connections with the Mazda MX-5, but there's no doubt there's plenty of Italian passion in the fabulously brio-filled... Read more
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    Abarth 595 2018 review

    Abarth 595 2018 review

    10 Nov 2017 by Tim Robson
    The Abarth brand was revived to boost the fortunes of the smallest Fiat on sale in Australia. Known formally as the Abarth 595, the tiny hatch packs a bit of a surprise under its distinctive snout. Read more
    expertguide
    Abarth 124 Spider manual convertible 2016 review

    Abarth 124 Spider manual convertible 2016 review

    7 Dec 2016 by Peter Anderson
    Peter Anderson road tests and reviews the new Abarth 124 Spider convertible with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
    Mazda MX-5 vs Abarth 124

    Mazda MX-5 vs Abarth 124

    11 Nov 2016 by Richard Blackburn
    Can the Italians improve on an iconic Japanese sports car? Richard Blackburn gives a verdict. Read more
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    Abarth 124 Spider 2016 review

    Abarth 124 Spider 2016 review

    21 Oct 2016 by Tim Robson
    Tim Robson road tests and reviews the 2016 Abarth 124 Spider with specs, fuel consumption and verdict at its Australian launch. Read more
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    Fiat Abarth 124 Spider 2016 review

    Fiat Abarth 124 Spider 2016 review

    16 Sep 2016 by Peter Barnwell
    Peter Barnwell road tests and reviews the Fiat Abarth 124 Spider with specs, fuel consumption and verdict at its international launch in Japan. Read more
    Fiat Abarth 595 vs Renault Clio GT Premium

    Fiat Abarth 595 vs Renault Clio GT Premium

    10 Jun 2016 by Richard Blackburn
    There is sporting intent, then there's how it is delivered. Richard Blackburn rates Italian flair against French fun. Read more
    expertguide
    Abarth 595 2016 review

    Abarth 595 2016 review

    6 May 2016 by Paul Gover
    Paul Gover road tests and reviews the Abarth 595 with specs, fuel cosnumption and verdict at its Australian launch. Read more
    expertguide
    Abarth 695 Biposto 2015 review

    Abarth 695 Biposto 2015 review

    11 Nov 2015 by Paul Gover
    Paul Gover road tests and reviews the Abarth 695 Biposto with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
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    Fiat Abarth 595 Competizione 2015 review

    Fiat Abarth 595 Competizione 2015 review

    21 Jan 2015 by Peter Barnwell
    Peter Barnwell road tests and reviews the Fiat Abarth 595 Competizione with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
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    Fiat Abarth 595 2014 Review

    Fiat Abarth 595 2014 Review

    4 Dec 2014 by Chris Riley
    The Abarth badge is unfamiliar to many, but most recognise the car as some sort of Fiat.The big difference between this car and either of the previous Abarth 695 specials is not in the amount of... Read more
    expertguide
    Mazda MX-5, Audi A3 Cabriolet and Abarth 595 Convertible 2014 review

    Mazda MX-5, Audi A3 Cabriolet and Abarth 595 Convertible 2014 review

    19 Sep 2014 by Neil Dowling
    It's the season for convertible cruising and the wind-in-the-hair feeling need not come at great expense.Top-down driving with the wind in your hair isn't solely the province of the rich and famous.... Read more
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    Abarth 595 2014 Review

    Abarth 595 2014 Review

    25 Aug 2014 by Craig Duff
    Craig Duff road tests and reviews the 2014 Abarth 595, with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
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    Abarth 500C Esseesse 2014 Review

    Abarth 500C Esseesse 2014 Review

    27 Mar 2014 by Chris Riley
    We turn the spotlight on the Abarth 500 Esseesse and ask the big questions, including the most important -- would you buy one? Read more
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    Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback 2014 review

    Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback 2014 review

    25 Mar 2014 by Mat Watson
    This may look like a Fiat 500 but actually isn't at all. It's an Abarth 500 and as you can see from the Abarth badge has a sting in its tail. Read more
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    Fiat 500 vs Abarth 500 2013 review

    Fiat 500 vs Abarth 500 2013 review

    11 Sep 2013 by Jack Rix
    Fiat 500C TwinAir Lounge vs Abarth 500 | video Read more
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    Best cars as future classics 2013

    Best cars as future classics 2013

    8 Apr 2013 by Paul Gover
    Twenty years from now, the carscape will be vastly different. Electric cars will be commonplace, hybrids will be universal and the Aussie V8 muscle car will be a page in history.But a handful of 2013... Read more
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    Fiat Abarth 500 2012 Review

    Fiat Abarth 500 2012 Review

    7 Jan 2013 by Ewan Kennedy
    The Abarth 500 is a tiny car with a big heart. This baby (or should that be bambino?) Italian sports machine is guaranteed to bring pleasure to anyone who loves sitting behind a steering wheel.In... Read more
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    Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari 2012 Review

    Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari 2012 Review

    20 Aug 2012 by Chris Riley
    We've been dying to have crack at this car since its launch last year.But the previous distributors of Fiat and Alfa Romeo in this country always laughed off our request. Not so Chrysler which... Read more
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    Latest Abarth News

    Turin-tuned! 2024 Abarth 695 hot hatch pricing rises with small changes for the updated Mini Cooper JCW-rivalling model

    Turin-tuned! 2024 Abarth 695 hot hatch pricing rises with small changes for the updated Mini Cooper JCW-rivalling model

    19 Oct 2023 by Chris Thompson
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    Best electric cars arriving in 2024

    13 Oct 2023 by Tung Nguyen
    Best hatchbacks and sedans arriving in 2024

    Best hatchbacks and sedans arriving in 2024

    9 Oct 2023 by Tim Nicholson

    Watch out MG4 and Cupra Born! The 2024 Abarth 500e is about to hit dealerships and it's priced to compete!

    22 Sep 2023 by Tim Nicholson

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    12 Jul 2023 by Tung Nguyen

    Is Abarth the next BMW M, Hyundai N or VW R? The Italian performance brand's global marketing boss has no doubts

    31 May 2023 by James Cleary