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Good: Completely transforms the 500 into an eager little sportscar with great handling and steering feel.
Bad: Esseesse kit is faster but less fun, firm ride.
Good: Huge fun to drive with great handling, zesty performance from turbocharged 1.4-litre engine, plenty of scope for personalisation.
Bad: Rather bouncy ride, first cars only available with semi-auto transmission which isn't great in automatic mode, poor rear visibility.
Good: Great performance from 165bhp 1.4-litre MultiAir engine, manages to put its power down well, sharp in corners, ride is fairly forgiving for a hot hatch, comfortable cabin.
Bad: Small number of Abarth dealers in the UK, esseesse kit boost power to 180bhp but costs an extra £3000.
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