[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-abarth-124gt\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-abarth-124gt\/","headline":"Abarth 124GT: All you need to know","name":"Abarth 124GT: All you need to know","description":"With the fourth-gen MX-5, Mazda had an undeniable winner on its hands. If the raft of five-star reviews weren\u2019t enough to convince you, it went on to be named World Car of the Year in 2016. The Fiat Group was so impressed that it asked nicely if it could do its own thing with the MX-5 and soon enough, we had the Fiat 124 Spider, which then paved the path for Abarth – Fiat\u2019s performance division – to have its […]","datePublished":"2018-09-20","dateModified":"2018-09-20","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Abarth-124GT-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Abarth-124GT-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-abarth-124gt\/","about":["Cars","LATEST CAR NEWS","Sports, Performance & Prestige Cars"],"wordCount":500,"keywords":["124GT","Abarth","Abarth 124GT","roadster"],"articleBody":"With the fourth-gen MX-5, Mazda had an undeniable winner on its hands. If the raft of five-star reviews weren\u2019t enough to convince you, it went on to be named World Car of the Year in 2016.The Fiat Group was so impressed that it asked nicely if it could do its own thing with the MX-5 and soon enough, we had the Fiat 124 Spider, which then paved the path for Abarth – Fiat\u2019s performance division – to have its wicked way with the world-beating roadster.Driven by a punchy 1.4-litre petrol with 167bhp rather than Mazda\u2019s 129bhp unit, the standard Abarth 124 Spider was impressive enough but now we\u2019re getting a GT version. Here\u2019s everything you need to know about it\u2026What\u2019s under the bonnet?The same 1.4 MultiAir Turbo 167hp engine, linked to a manual six-speed gearbox, just like in the normal 124 spider. A six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters is also available too; again, as with the non-GT 124 Spider.How fast does it go?Because the GT uses the same powertrain as the standard 124 Spider, it clocks the same 6.8-second 0-62mph sprint time and 144mph top speed.There\u2019s a slight performance penalty for the the auto though, which notches on another tenth of a second and clips max speed to 142mph.What kind of fuel economy can I expect?Officially, the manual 124GT returns 44.1mpg, emitting 148g\/km CO2 on a combined cycle. For the auto, that switches to 42.8mpg and 153g\/km CO2.What equipment comes with the Abarth 124GT?As standard, you\u2019ll get a carbon fibre roof, 17-inch OZ ultra-light alloys, Bose sound system and a visibility pack which chucks in dusk and rain sensors, rear parking sensors and adaptive front LED headlights.There\u2019s also a mechanical self-locking differential for greater traction and the record Monza exhaust, which lends the car its recognisable Abarth sound.What else is special about it?The GT\u2019s carbon fibre roof weighs just 16kgs, so it maintains the optimum 50:50 weight distribution of the non-GT 124.The hard top roof is lined on the inside and has a large rear window and efficient defroster that achieves a clear view in less than three minutes. It guarantees thermal insulation and soundproofing, while ensuring ample rear view.The roof can still go down in the 124GT but it\u2019s not as straightforward as pressing a button like in other roadsters, but the carbon fibre roof can be removed and refitted in a few easy steps. The process just takes a few minutes, Abarth says.What colours does it come in?Just three: Portogallo 1974 grey, San Marino 1972 black and Turini 1975 white.How many will be produced and much will it cost?Only 50 Abarth 124GTs will be made available in the UK.Prices will start from \u00a333,625, which is over \u00a34k more than the standard Abarth 124 Spider (\u00a329,565).If you\u2019re quick about it, you can pick one up before the end of 2018 on a two-year personal contract hire deal for \u00a3299 a month."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Abarth 124GT: All you need to know","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-abarth-124gt\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]