New Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.4 TB Turismo

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.4 TB Turismo has caused a terrible row. In the blue corner was my friend who claimed this medium-sized hatchback is a pitiful excuse for a car. What 'absolute nonsense',

I exclaimed, as I defended its honour in the red corner. My friend said the Ford Focus has sharper handling than the Giulietta, that the Volkswagen Golf feels more robust, and that at £17,755 this entry-level fashion statement is rather expensive. Unfortunately, despite being made by a long-haired lout, these were valid points. The Focus starts at £13,995 and the Golf – that is possibly tough enough to outlast time – costs from £15,850. Okay, but none of these factors detract from the new Giulietta.

Alfa Romeo to target MX-5

Alfa Romeo is setting its sights on the Mazda MX-5 with a £25,000 two-seater sports car to replace the now-defunct Brera Spider.

The focus is on less weight and more compact dimensions, so the car will be a true successor to the sixties ‘Graduate’ Alfa Spider.

The newcomer will form an important part of Alfa’s strategy when it returns to the US in 2013 after more than 15 years. The first model to arrive there will be the 4C, revealed in concept form at March’s Geneva Motor Show, followed by the 159-replacing Giulia, a saloon based on the Chrysler 300C and this two-seater.


Power for the roadster will come from a four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine – most likely a detuned version of the Giulietta Cloverleaf’s 1.7-litre, delivering around 150bhp.


Alfa Romeo MX-5

Alfa Romeo

there is one aspect of the 159 that sneaks it back towards technology leadership: the recent addition of the 1750 engine option, which embraces the European trend for small-capacity, big-output engines. It's a 1742cc (so it really should be a 1740) unit with direct injection, variable valve timing and a turbocharger, making a truly impressive 147kW/320Nm yet still returning 8.1 litres per 100km in the combined cycle.

The claim of a diesel-like peak torque figure at just 1400rpm isn't always born out in practice - the throttle response can be tepid in low-gear, low-speed driving. But once you get into the mid-range, the 1.7-litre powerplant is beautifully linear and exceptionally crisp as you climb up the rev range.

It's certainly enough to give the very familiar (I mean that in a nice way) 159 a renewed lease on life, although in these days of two-pedal dual-clutch Alfas some might be surprised/disappointed to find that the 159 1750 only comes with a manual transmission. Once upon a time, you wouldn't have considered an Alfa Romeo with anything else. But times have changed.

Times have especially changed in this segment. The 159 - especially the Ti model, which rides 20mm lower than standard - still feels pretty sharp on the road. But there's a whole new generation of rival models like the Peugeot 508 and Volvo S60 which are new to the market and generations ahead in terms of dynamic sophistication. The 159 is still fun, but the ride/handling compromise feels unresolved on bumpy New Zealand back roads: not nimble enough to be truly sporty, not compliant
enough for executive status. The cabin is also dated compared with the latest generation of Alfa Romeos, but in a way that I really rather like.

Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon Review

The Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon is one of the most stylish estates on the market. But is that a reason to buy it? For many motorists the answer is 'yes'. People, after all, often choose vehicles because they want to be perceived as stylish and fashionable. They want their friends to say 'wow', look at him in his fancy Italian plaything. These folk might love a two-door convertible – but sooner or later most people get stuck with a pile of kids and need something practical. As such, the beautifully crafted 159 Sportwagon ticks the boxes. Its 445-litre boot swallows a reasonable pile of child related paraphernalia – but being an Alfa Romeo it also earns points in the ever-popular game of pub-based bragging.

Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.4 TB Turismo

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.4 TB Turismo has caused a terrible row.

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.4 TB Turismo has caused a terrible row. In the blue corner was my friend who claimed this medium-sized hatchback is a pitiful excuse for a car.

What 'absolute nonsense', I exclaimed, as I defended its honour in the red corner. My friend said the Ford Focus has sharper handling than the Giulietta, that the Volkswagen Golf feels more robust, and that at £17,755 this entry-level fashion statement is rather expensive.

Unfortunately, despite being made by a long-haired lout, these were valid points. The Focus starts at £13,995 and the Golf – that is possibly tough enough to outlast time – costs from £15,850. Okay, but none of these factors detract from the new Giulietta.

Alfa Romeo Planning MX-5

There are few sexier ways to announce a big return than with a cherry red coupe like the Alfa Romeo 4C. And, by all indications, that's exactly how Alfa plans to make its grand return to the United States market.

Not only is the 4C a looker, but it's also a good amount of car for a decent price. With a weight well under 2,000 pounds, a 200-horsepower engine, a 0-60 mph time under 5 seconds, and an expected price around $60,000, the 4C packs a whole lot into a small, affordable package.

Alfa Romeo 4C Concept Is An Enjoyable Form Of Intelligence

What promises to be the first sportcar affordable rear-drive Alfa at a time, 4C is widely announced by the Italian automaker, which has now also released a promotional video showing the car "as we have never seen before."

"In short, this car Alfa claims. His soul sport creates a unique driving experience in both road racing, where the acceleration of speed and even more demanding cross," the company says.

"The car's technology integrates perfectly Alfa DNA, a philosophy that brings together all the technology edge that makes fun and can be adapted to the driver and further strengthen the" competitive "nature of the concept compared to other vehicles currently sale ".

Alfa Romeo supercar is compact, which will likely debut as a production model in 2012, is greeted by the manufacturer as "the most fun of intelligence."

But let's see what Alfa brings to the table to support this claim. Step by step, the video shows the highlights of the 4C Association has to offer.

What promises to be the first sportcar affordable rear-drive Alfa at a time, 4C is widely announced by the Italian automaker, which has now also released a promotional video showing the car "as we have never seen before."

"In short, this car Alfa claims. His soul sport creates a unique driving experience in both road racing, where the acceleration of speed and even more demanding cross," the company says.

"The car's technology integrates perfectly Alfa DNA, a philosophy that brings together all the technology edge that makes fun and can be adapted to the driver and further strengthen the" competitive "nature of the concept compared to other vehicles currently sale ".

Alfa Romeo supercar is compact, which will likely debut as a production model in 2012, is greeted by the manufacturer as "the most fun of intelligence."

But let's see what Alfa brings to the table to support this claim. Step by step, the video shows the highlights of the 4C Association has to offer.

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

Giulietta lives up to its melodic name in looks and charisma. Like a beautiful woman, this Alfa wears its jewelry well, and the LED headlights and circular patterns in the wheels standout, adding just a flash of bling in all the right places in tasteful style. The curvy black sheetmetal, the famous Alfa badges, the lines and creases--it all presents in a fashion that brings the romanticism of the brand to life.

Inside is a touch tight, though many comparable cars have similar close quarters. The black seats with red stitching are comfortable, sharp and supportive. The dashboard is easy to read and understand, and it's nice to have real switches to turn off features such as the running lights and auto start/stop--which works flawlessly, by the way. I recorded at least seven instances of the system kicking in on my route home.

2011 ALFA ROMEO GIULIETTA

ON SALE: Europe (not for U.S. sale)

PRICE: $34,000 (est)

DRIVETRAIN: 1.4-liter, 170-hp, 184-lb-ft turbocharged MultiAir four-cylinder; FWD, six-speed manual

CURB WEIGHT: 3,009 lb

0-62 MPH: 7.8 sec

FUEL ECONOMY: N/A

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Review

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Review, As a sedan, the third generation of Alfa Romeo Giulietta for the 2011 model year was a great ride for a sedan that meets the Alfa Romeo name. A front-wheel drive model, the dynamics of the new Giulietta are beautiful and the interior features and standard equipment offered. Fans of Alfa Romeo Giulietta and supporters are looking for a new facelift and redesign, but they will have to wait a couple more years, when the next revision was in the 2014 model year.

The new Alfa Romeo Giulietta offers a surprisingly comfortable ride, which used to the harder but more precise handling of an Alfa Romeo may come as something of a surprise. A DNA Dynamic mode provides a sportier ride, but the 2012 Giulietta still feels like a comfortable family sedan. We are promising for buyers will be able to choose between comforts or sport chassis and each will have a few different trim levels and powertrain options.

The Ford Focus is less expensive and it shows through and through, but although innovative Ford Sync system and fuel consumption are major plus points of this American classic. Both the Hyundai Elantra and the Honda Accord offers a superior reputation for quality and reliability around.

Alfa Romeo Giulietta Specs and Price

The sporty Alfa Giulietta five-door hatchback range has just been boosted by the addition of another ultra frugal yet high performing second generation MultiJet diesel engine.

The new 2.0 JTDM-2 140 bhp is an ideal engine for both company car drivers and private owners requiring low fuel consumption and low running costs combined with driving comfort for long trips.

The new engine is equipped with the latest generation JTDM-2 MultiJet Common Rail system that is already present on the 1.6 JTDM-2 (105 bhp) and the 2.0 JTDM-2(170 bhp) power units. The system represents the most technologically advanced solution for controlling high injection pressures (around 1600 bar) independently of engine RPM and quantity of fuel injected.

TECH SPEC

2.0 JTDM-2 140 bhp
CHARACTERISTICS
No. of cylinders, arrangement 4 in line
Bore x stroke (mm) 83 x 90.4
Displacement (cc) 1956
Compression ratio 16.5 :1
Max. power output: bhp (kW-EC) at rpm 140 (103) 4000
Peak torque: Nm (kgm-EC) at rpm (NORMAL) 320 (32.5) 1500
Peak torque: Nm (kgm-EC) at rpm (DYNAMIC) 350 (35.6) 1750

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (12V)
Battery: capacity (Ah) / Generator (A) 72 / 600

TRANSMISSION
Drive Front
Number of gears 6 + 1R

TYRES
Standard version 205/55 R16

STEERING
Steering system Rack and pinion with power steering
Turning circle (m) 10.9

SUSPENSION
Front MacPherson independent with anti-roll bar
Rear Multilink system

BRAKES – (DISCS)
Front (mm) 305
Rear (mm) 264

WEIGHTS – TANK CAPACITY
Fuel tank capacity (litres) 60
Kerb weight DIN (kg) 1320
Max towable weight (kg) 1300

PERFORMANCE
Top speed mph (km/h) 127 (205)
Acceleration (driver + 30 kg): 0 – 62 mph (s) 9.0

FUEL CONSUMPTION – EMISSIONS*
urban cycle mpg (l/100km) 50.4 (5.6)
extra urban cycle mpg (l/100km) 72.4 (3.9)
combined cycle mpg (l/100km) 62.8 (4.5)
Exhaust emissions – CO2 (g/km) 119
Emissions Standard EURO 5

PRICE LIST

Alfa Romeo Giulietta – January 2011

Basic Price VAT Retail Price OTR Charges Total OTR BIK Rate(Benefit inKind)
2.0 JTDM-2 140 bhp Lusso £16,787.06 £3,357.41 £20,144.47 £605.53 £20,750.00 13%
2.0 JTDM-2 140 bhp Veloce £17,870.39 £3,574.08 £21,444.47 £605.53 £22,050.00 13
2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

Alfa Romeo upgrades top-spec MiTo

2011 Alfa Romeo mito

2011 Alfa Romeo mito

2011 Alfa Romeo mito

The new Alfa Romeo MiTo Quadrifoglio Verde - formerly Cloverleaf - features an updated exterior and an all new sports interior, which will be on sale in late July/early August 2011 priced from £18,775, after its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

The exterior sees a new valance under the Alfa Romeo shield helps to give an impression of a wider, ground-hugging sport car. Fog lights are now finished with black surrounds with lower intakes inspired by the Alfa 8C Competizione.

New Quadrifoglio Verde badges in micro-brushed aluminium with four-leaved clover design in relief sit above the wheel arches. New exclusive 18 inch alloy wheels are an upgrade from the previous 17 inch, and come with 215/40 low profile tyres.

Wing mirrors, headlight (and rear light) surrounds, and door handles are now finished in a pearlescent, satin effect material.

For the interior, a new central column on the sport seats are in Alcantara suede, and a totally black interior is complemented by green and white seams on the seats, steering wheel, hand brake lever and gear knob.

As standard, the Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio Verde MiTo comes with the 1.4 TV MultiAir 170bhp engine offers a combined fuel consumption of 47.1mpg and 139g/km of CO2. Acceleration from 0-62mph is reached in just over 7 seconds.

A Synaptic Damping Control and Active Suspension system are responsible for the Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio Verde MiTo's handling. The system actively and continuously controls the electronic shock absorbers. The Active Suspension provides three dynamic control systems - Normal, All Weather and Dynamic.

2011 Alfa Romeo mito

2011 Alfa Romeo mito

Alfa Romeo Giulietta MultiAir Price and Specs

Alfa Romeo Giulietta MultiAir

Alfa Romeo Giulietta MultiAir

Alfa Romeo Giulietta MultiAir



Alfa Romeo Giulietta MultiAir

Alfa Romeo Giulietta MultiAir


The Giulietta is evidence of Alfa Romeo evolving so it offers cars with traditional style and classic Alfa design cues combined with modern "down-sized" efficiency.

Generously appointed and finished with high quality materials, the Giulietta will appeal to drivers who enjoy the individuality of an Italian car and, with a press of a switch, it delivers the rewarding performance that is a vital part of the Alfa pedigree.

ALFA ROMEO Giulietta MultiAir - $46,990

SAFETY:

Dual front airbags
Front seat side and curtain airbags
Front seatbelt pretensioners and load force limiters
Vehicle Dynamics Control and Traction Control
Antilock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution and emergency brake assist
Front seatbelt reminder
Three-point centre rear seat belt
3 x child seat tether points
2 x ISOFIX child seat mountings
Immobiliser security system
Space saver spare wheel

CRASH TEST RATING:

Overall rating (2010 test)

FUEL ECONOMY:

Combined (claimed): 6.0 litres per 100km
Road test results:
Combined: 6.4 litres per 100km

MORE INFORMATION: www.alfaromeo.co.nz

THE NUMBERS

Engine 1368cc four-cylinder direct injection turbocharged petrol
Maximum output 125kW at 5500rpm
Maximum torque 250Nm at 2500rpm
Length 4531mm
Width 1798mm
Height 1465mm
Wheelbase 2634mm
Kerb weight 1290kg
Fuel tank capacity 60 litres
Wheels 17-inch alloy
Tyres Pirelli P7 Cinturato 225/45 R17 radial

2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo

2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo

2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo

2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo

2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo

The Alfa Romeo MiTo, brand new for 2011 from the Italian luxurious automobile manufacturer, makes a real attempt at being an accessible and affordable Italian sports car. While calling it a “sports car” is a little bit of a stretch, the Alfa MiTo should supply spirited driving and respectable power in a sport compact car package. Designed to be a sporty yet affordable alternative to the 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C, the MiTo sport compact car weighs lower than a Honda Civic and should be a pleasure to throw through the esses, and easy to drive in traffic as well.

2011 alfa romeo 8c spider

2011 alfa romeo 8c spider

2011 alfa romeo 8c spider



2011 alfa romeo 8c spider

2011 alfa romeo 8c spider

Assemble by Alfa’s Centro Stile and handling confined to 500 autos, this late open best Alfa Romeo 8C Spider instantly allures with that unmistakable “Italian style”, an interesting and supreme style that clues at its regularly energetic Alfa taking care of. Under the hood is a moving 8 barrel 4.7 litre motor processing 450 HP, matched to a 6 speed robotic gearbox.

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

The new Alfa Romeo Giulietta offers a surprisingly comfortable ride, which used to the harder but more precise handling of an Alfa Romeo may come as something of a surprise. A DNA Dynamic mode provides a sportier ride, but the 2012 Giulietta still feels like a comfortable family sedan. We are promising for buyers will be able to choose between comforts or sport chassis and each will have a few different trim levels and powertrain options.

The Ford Focus is less expensive and it shows through and through, but although innovative Ford Sync system and fuel consumption are major plus points of this American classic. Both the Hyundai Elantra and the Honda Accord offers a superior reputation for quality and reliability around.

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta