Prices for the 500X are average for the class, being more or less on a par with the Nissan Juke and Renault Captur but lower than those of the Ford Puma and Volkswagen T-Roc.

However, the 500X doesn’t have particularly great predicted resale values compared with these rivals, which over the course of several years of ownership could mean higher overall costs.

The cost of service, maintenance and repair is also likely to be higher, while . comparing fuel economy figures for the 1.0-litre engine in the 500X with rival equivalents doesn’t reflect well on the Fiat either. Overall, the 500X won’t cost too much to own but it doesn’t make as much financial sense as its key rivals.