Alfa Romeo 4C Concept New Color

Instead of presenting the final production version of is 4C mid-engine sports coupe at the upcoming Frankfurt auto show, Alfa Romeo will once again display the concept model but with a different paint job.
The new color is named 'Fluid Metal' with Alfa claiming that it "dynamically enhances the smooth and sinuous lines of the car". We find it much better looking than the washed out matte red shown on the original Geneva Salon concept.
Other than that, the two-seater model keeps the same 200-horsepower, 1.75-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mounted behind the passenger cabin driving the rear wheels through a twin clutch automatic transmission.
The 4 meter long concept makes liberal use of carbon fibre in its construction to keep weight at a low 850kg or 1,873 pounds for a power to weight ratio of less than 4kg per HP, with Alfa promising a sub-5.0 seconds sprint to 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) and a top speed of over 250 km/h (155 mph).
The 4C is expected to enter production next year.

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Alfa Romeo Updates Giulietta with Twin-Clutch Transmission

The…freshly painted version of the 4C sports coupe concept will be joined at Alfa Romeo's Frankfurt Motor Show stand by the updated variants of the Giulietta and Mito hatchbacks.
The Giulietta gains Alfa Romeo's new double-clutch TCT transmission that will be offered on the 1.4-liter turbocharged MultiAir gasoline engine and the 2.0-liter turbodiesel, both of which have a maximum output of 170HP.
With the TCT, average fuel consumption and CO2 emissions on the petrol model fall to 5.2 lt/100 km (45.2 mpg US) and 121g/km respectively, and on the diesel to 4.5 lt/100 km (52.3 mpg US) and 119 g/km respectively.
And that’s without sacrificing performance. In fact, the 1.4 MultiAir’s time for the 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) sprint is 7.7 seconds and its top speed reaches 218 km/h (135.4 mph). Likewise, in the 2.0 JTDM the TCT brings the Giulietta to the top of its class, with a 7.9 seconds time for the 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) sprint.
Alfa’s smallest model, the 3-door MiTo, will also show something new to visitors of the Frankfurt Motor Show: the new 0.9-liter, turbocharged two-cylinder TwinAir engine that we first saw at the Fiat 500 and which won the coveted “International Engine of the Year 2011” award. The two-cylinder unit develops 85HP and, depending on the DNA program, 110-145Nm of torque.
According to the Italians, its MultiAir technology and the auto Stop-Start system enable the new version of the MiTo to consume up to 30% less fuel than engines with comparable performance and at the same time achieve a best-in-class CO2 emissions figure of just 98 g/km.
In addition, the new MiTo MultiAir will be offered in a new “Nero Ametista” body color along with new-design alloy wheels and a two-tone black dashboard and mesh seat trim.
Last, but not least, the MiTo will soon get a new 1.3-liter JTDM turbodiesel engine with variable turbocharger technology and Start-Stop technology as standard. Like its petrol counterpart, this second generation Multijet engine has an output of 85HP and is Euro5 compliant. It emits 90 g of CO2 per km, its average consumption is only 3.5 lt/100 km (67.2 mpg US) falling to much as 2.9 lt/100 km (81.1 mpg) on the highway.

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Alfa Romeo Mito 2011 Review

Alfa Romeo Mito will wear the new 1.4-liter engine with a standard 105 horsepower MultiAir and also sports 135 horsepower version. MultiAir machine using technology “Fiat Powertrain Technologies”, and produced very good performance

The “Blue&Me–TomTom” is way quite a conveyable satellite navigation device. The “Blue&Me–TomTom” on the Alfa Romeo MiTo conjointly offers “IQ route” technology, to search out the most effective route considering the date and time of travel, calculated through a database that contains traffic info on a statistical basis.

Thanks to the TomTom Home internet application customised for Alfa Romeo, any options can readily become out there. Compared to a traditional moveable satellite navigation system, the “Blue&Me-TomTom” conjointly incorporates the exclusive “Car Menu” to allow you to show info on the automobile and every one connected devices:

The second automobile on show presents the “dynamic” spirit of the Alfa Romeo MiTo to the overall public: the Swiss venue hosts a model that includes the “Quadrifoglio Verde”, a legendary image that over the years has identified a number of Alfa Romeo’s sportiest merchandise. Alfa Romeo has chosen to equip it with some innovative solutions that intensify the model’s outstanding qualities: road grip, agility, safety assist and a driving feeling are emphasised by an engine, that has one in all the world’s highest specific power values and a chassis deserve a better class. The MiTo Quadrifoglio Verde conjointly affords the innovative “Dynamic Suspension”, a system that actively and continuously controls the electronic shock absorbers, developed by teaming the designers and road testers of Alfa Romeo with the most recent engineering techniques from Magneti Marelli. while not considering that the Dynamic Suspension system perfectly interfaces with the 3 completely different dynamic management settings of the Alfa DNA device (Normal, All Weather and Dynamic) that conjointly controls the opposite systems that the automobile options, like Vehicle Dynamic management (VDC), steering, the Q2 electronic differential and also the engine.

In short, the Alfa Romeo MiTo MY 2011 incorporates a revamped image as a high-tech automobile whereas retaining its position as a sporty compact automobile capable of winning over customers who look after details and most driving comfort. The Alfa Romeo MiTo MY a pair of011 vary offers 2 turbo diesel engines (95 HP one.3 JTDM-2 and a one hundred twenty HP one.6 JTDM with service intervals of thirty five,000 km), four petrol engines: the seventy eight HP one.4 and three MultiAir engines: the a hundred and five HP one.4 and 2 Turbopetrol engines with one hundred thirty five HP (teamed with manual transmission or with the “Alfa TCT” automatic transmission) and a hundred and seventy HP.

With design cues robbed from Alfa’s own 8C Competizione sports car (voted the world’s most beautiful car), the little MiTo commands a presence that no other small car manages to achieve. Italy’s style capital, Milan and Alfa’s production location Torino (or Turin in the English speaking world) give their names to the MiTo.

Alfa Romeo 4C Makes UK Debut At Goodwood

The new Alfa Romeo 4C Sports Concept will receive its UK public debut at the rapidly approaching 2011 Goodwood Festival of Speed, which takes place from July 1st to 3rd.

The 4C is a two-seater, mid-engined, rear-wheel drive coupé with drop-dead gorgeous looks, lightweight body, and a powerful 200bhp1750 TBi 4 cylinder petrol engine coupled with the new automatic Alfa TCT twin dry clutch transmission. The car has a top speed 155mph, kerb weight under 850kgs, 0-62 mph in under 5 seconds, and a power-to-weight ratio lower than 4kg per bhp.

The 33 TT 12 sported a 500-horsepower flat 12-cylinder engine displacing just 3.0 liters. It has been driven to victory in races by drivers like Derek Bell, Henri Pescarolo, and Jochen Mass during the mid-1970s. Though it doesn't look the part of a vintage racing Alfa the way the others do, features like the offset intake cowl and single rear-view mirror make it unique.

Alongside the Alfa 4C Concept on the Alfa Romeo exhibition stand will be an array of the Italian marque’s UK product range, including another UK public debut − the updated Alfa MiTo Quadrifoglio Verde, together with the Alfa Giulietta Cloverleaf and the Alfa 159 Sportwagon.




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This month, Alfa Romeo celebrates 101 years of motoring, and the 2011 Goodwood Festival of Speed (1-3 July) will help mark this occasion by playing host to the UK public debut of the mid-engined Alfa 4C Concept.

The Alfa 4C Concept is a classic formula of a two-seater, mid-engined, rear-wheel drive coupé. Lightweight materials such as carbon-fiber and aluminium are used extensively throughout. These solutions, used in conjunction with a powerful 200bhp four cylinder petrol engine coupled with the new automatic Alfa TCT twin dry clutch transmission allow a top speed of 250km/h, kerb weight under 850kgs, 0-100km/h in under five seconds, and a power-to-weight ratio lower than 4kg per bhp.

While celebrating the future of Alfa Romeo at this year’s Festival of Speed, the marque will also be embracing its rich past, by showcasing five cars from the Alfa Romeo museum collection in Italy. These automotive legends include Fangio’s Alfa 6C 3000CM, which alongside the Alfetta 159, will celebrate the 60th anniversary of Fangio’s historic 1951 Formula One World Championship title, as well as the Alfa 6C 1750GS, Alfa 750 Competizione and the Alfa 33 TT 12. Spectators at the Festival will be able to see the cars in action over the three day event, and they will be on display in the Cathedral Paddock area.

In the Supercar Paddock, you will find Alfa’s 8C Spider. Alfa Romeo will also be exhibiting at the Goodwood Moving Motor Show.

2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo Review

Awarded the title "Auto Europa 2009" by UIGA and the prestigious Euro NCAP five-star rating, the Alfa Romeo MiTo proven to be a success thanks to its blend of design and performance of Italian style and the technical expertise for maximum driving satisfaction total security.

The Geneva Motor Show saw the global launch of the new range Alfa Romeo 2011 for sale in major European countries from April 2011 MiTo.

Some new features include the introduction of new metallic color flakes (aluminum and mica together) "Metal Bronze (bronze, metal) with a tinge of red and bold, two-tone interior trim made with the brand new board filler panel and door.

A new high-tech fabrics developed for the seats, which consists of a smooth, compact, elastic net, but both thin and shiny as silk, which is manifested by electro-welded graphics with bronze two-tone black and double the effort and "breaked characters titanium Online has teamed up with the seams of the surrounds and the color of the dashboard. This content attractive to emphasize the spirit of the most elegant model.

The model exhibited at the Salon de l'Automobile will present this very elegant color combinations, in addition to the pleasant engine 1.4 hp 135 Turbo MultiAir, has teamed up with Alpha TST "transmission that delivers excellent performance (urban cycle 7, 1 l/100 km, CO2 126 g / km and 8.2 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h), data is still better than the same engine with a manual transmission (where the values ​​are 7.4 l/100 km, 129 g / km and 8, 4 seconds respectively). Mention should also be made of the equipment on board, including "Blue & Me TomTom" portable navigation fully integrated into the dashboard.

"Blue & Me, the TomTom is much more of a portable satellite navigation system. This is a real vehicle combines infotainment practices for the full integration of existing systems. It's because partnership Fiat Group Automobiles and TomTom, Europe's leading portable navigation systems, and exploits the versatility of the system Blue & Me

Thank you for practical to screen 4.3-inch color touch and a simple and intuitive graphical user interface, you can control the navigation, phone, media player, and the information usually appears only on-board computer, such as fuel consumption and range, as well as real-time information for more efficient driving style.

The full integration of TomTom Blue & Me is also a valid support for security: control functions via the steering wheel controls and voice command post in the middle of the dashboard that is easy to access and visibility, power supply integrated in the support. In addition, it can be transferred to other purposes than any other portable device.

"Blue & Me TomTom on Alfa Romeo MiTo also offers the" road IQ "technology to find the best route taking into account the date and time of travel, calculated using a database that contains traffic information on a statistical basis.

With the TomTom Home application custom web for Alfa Romeo, other functions will be readily available. These include updated maps online and "MapShare", the large Internet community with more than 5 million registered users who can share information on the maps in real time.

Compared to a standard system of portable satellite navigation, the Blue & Me-TomTom also includes a unique "Car Menu" so you can find information on the car and all connected devices

- "Energy efficiency, real-time information about your driving style and suggestions for reducing the environmental impact and optimize the use, changing speed and acceleration, as appropriate to the nature of the route;

- All travel information on one screen: distance, consumption and the beach;

- Low fuel and instructions to the nearest gas station;

- Points of interest, Alfa Romeo and service LPG filling stations;

- Management of the mobile phone is connected to the Blue & Me: calling the number on the touch screen, call management, information, contacts and recent call log;

- The navigation function media player connected to USB systems, the iPhone and the decision perfectly compatible with iPod.

The other car on the screen shows "dynamic" spirit of the Alfa Romeo MiTo to the general public: The site host for a Swiss model with the "Quadrifoglio Verde", a legendary symbol over the years has identified some of Alfa Romeo sports products. This trim level also features exclusive new features for 2011-region: first, the new front surround the emblem as "expansion" of the bottom of the front emphasizes the impression of a car along the ground.

The original version stands out by new high quality "Quadrifoglio Verde logos brushed aluminum microphone with four-leaf clover in relief, positioned above the lamp for mirror housings, headlight and taillight frames and the handle is available with an exclusive satin chrome hardware, sporting a new seat with a central part of Alcantara ®, soft and velvety to the touch, teamed with a brand new drug that is highly resistant to abrasion, aggressive very athletic and "all black" interior, and information on the two-tone (green and white) sewing crafts on the seats, steering wheel, handbrake and shift knob, which is the perfect expression of the level of finish mind.

Moreover, few new accessories: 18 "alloy sport seats and special treatment Sabelt rear rim carbon fiber made from innovative RTM (Resin Transfer Moulding) technique, in which teams of high mechanical strength, small size and lightweight with a cloth Alcantara Central ® logo stands for Alfa Romeo, who played in a profoundly original.

Last but not least, the MiTo MY 2011 also features a new USB and AUX-in jack that lets you connect your MP3 player directly to the Blue & Me

This exclusive version features the most powerful engine in the region, also awarded by an international jury as the "best new engine in 2010, the 170 HP Turbo 1.4 MultiAir. Alfa Romeo chose to equip it with innovative solutions which will accentuate the virtues grip, agility, security assistance and a feeling underscored by a driving engine that has one of the world's highest values ​​of specific power and a chassis worthy a higher category. best feature of this engine is its excellent power to weight ratio, which has always been a major success factors of Alfa Romeo on road and track. He is above its class of 6 , 7 kg / hp. A 124 hp / liter, this engine is also a world leader in specific energy.

This finding is particularly important because it demonstrates the effectiveness of downsizing, to produce high-tech engines for improved performance combined with strong reduction in fuel consumption and emissions. In fact, this last area, which provides the most striking evidence of the technical level achieved: 4.8 l/100 km and 139 g / km of CO2 (extra urban cycle) are closer to what we expect from a compact economy car Sports ranging from 0 to 100 km / h in just over 7 seconds.

The Quadrifoglio Verde MiTo also offers the innovative Dynamic Suspension, a system that allows continuous monitoring of electronic shock absorbers, developed by the team of developers and testers Alfa Romeo road with the latest engineering techniques Magneti Marelli. Therefore, the experience in using the system, the system allows the MiTo Quadrifoglio Verde to excel even more in terms of agility and handling, which gives exceptional driving pleasure and safety record. In addition to the dynamic suspension system integrates seamlessly with three different dynamic control parameters Alfa DNA system (Normal, El Tiempo and dynamic), which also controls the other systems that the car's features such as Dynamic Control VDC (Vehicle) address, the electronic differential and the 2T engine.

In short, the Alfa Romeo MiTo MY 2011, picture renovated cars of high technology, while maintaining its position as a sporty compact car that can win customers who care for detail and a maximum driving comfort. It is no coincidence that the high-performance engines in the 2011 is equipped with the new response variable dampers with a bypass valve, which improves comfort in the bump deformation due to the road while the control Vehicle Dynamics intact for driving satisfaction that beats the rest of his class.

The Alfa Romeo MiTo MY 2011 will be the compensation "Energy Machine", the length is only 4 feet, is full of style, agility and technical skills of driving. E "Energy Machine" is really the final solution for the recent campaign, which highlights the character model and fighting spirit, that breathtaking energy, which converts it becomes emotion. The same concept is also expressed in the final slogan - "giving rise to the question means that it becomes a thrill" - this new film that puts its central role, as well as the famous French composer and DJ Bob Sinclar.

Alfa Romeo MiTo MY 2011 collection offers two turbo diesel engines (95 bhp 1.3 JTDM 120 CV-2 and 1.6 JTDM service every 35000 km), 4 petrol engines: 1.4 and 78 HP engines 3 MultiAir: 105 hp 1.4 Turbo gasoline engines and two 135 (team speed manual gearbox or the "Alpha TCT" automatic transmission) hp and 170 hp.

2011 Alfa Romeo C4 Review

Alfa Romeo Supercar Concept Notes Back To The U.S. Market.
Attracting crowds ever when it premiered at the Geneva Motor Show last week, Alfa Romeo 4C new concept has been at the forefront of almost all publishers of language as a favorite. Although the design of the attraction of the two doors of clear matte red flower heads are attractive again, the marriage of inspiration with a super compact production in 2012 and offers a more audacious, perhaps even a welcome return to U.S. market brand. Based on the success of the flagship, the 8C Competizione Limited Edition was introduced in 2007, as well as the 8C Spider, RWD 4C parties seem "shaped by the wind." Designed by Centro Stile Alfa Romeo, the body does not only quote lines of vintage Alfa Romeo, including the famous 6C 6C 1500 and 2500, but uses the same weight and the distribution ratio, which made those cars so fast.

4C that the lack of power (four-cylinder for the eight muscles of his predecessors), it compensates with a provision for retaining a more wily and light, composed mainly of carbon rear and aluminum to ensure maximum Agility, which is not the engine does not pack a punch. A 200 hp with a top speed of 250 km / h, a new "double dry clutch" transmission, ranging from zero to 100 km in less than five seconds) and a system that eliminates turbo lag, which may find that the gasoline engine in production models such as the Giulietta, Alfa compact fans salivating for it to enter the United States.

If the parent brand Fiat to come to the United States is any indication, probably used in the Chrysler Forum 4C, which would make the first model hit these shores since the Alfa Spider and stopped producing the mid 90s. While there is no word of pricing yet, (even if it falls somewhere in the $ 100,000 competition's label), here's hoping the repairs comes with it.

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Review

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Review, what car reviews, 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.

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.

Like the sedan, the third generation of Alfa Romeo Giulietta for 2011 model is a fantastic trip to Berlin, which lives up to the name of Alfa Romeo. Front-wheel drive model, the dynamics of the new Juliet are superb and the interior features and standard equipment available. Pricing: Base price of just under $28,000

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta distance is 8.6 meters in a light sporty and elegant, distinctly European style exterior. lights LED tail lights and accents are tastefully decorated and individually designed

New Alfa Romeo Giulietta offers a surprisingly comfortable ride, which used more, but more detailed treatment of the Alfa Romeo to become something amazing.

As a sedan, the 3rd generation Alfa Romeo Giulietta for the 2011 model year is a fantastic ride for a sedan that lives up to the Alfa Romeo name. A front-wheel drive model, the dynamics of the new Giulietta are superb as well as the interior features and standard equipment offered.
The 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta’s wheelbase is 8.6 feet sporting light lines and a sleek, distinctly European exterior styling. The well-known Alfa Romeo trident adorns the front above the distinctive triangular grille.

The interior cabin is incredibly quiet, at highway speeds indicating the car’s precise and well-fitted design.

Competition for the 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta includes:
Ford Focus
Hyundai Elantra
Honda Accord

Alfa Romeo 4C concept at the 2011 Geneva auto show

A rather sleek carbon fiber body, curvy lines, a short wheelbase (just 2.4m) and a very efficient powerplant under the hood, that’s what makes Alfa Romeo 4C stand out in the mini-supercar market.

The engine outputs 200hp (funny how the same engine does 225hp in the Giulietta 1750 Tbi) and helps the car sprint from naught to 62mph in less than 5 seconds, to a top speed of around 155mph.

Could the 4C be the vehicle that finally brings "Alfa Romeo" back into the United States market? Alfa says, “Yes.”

At the introduction of the Alfa Romeo 4C concept here on Tuesday, Harald J. Wester, the Italian marque’s chief executive, said the eventual production vehicle was being designed to be sold in markets worldwide, “including the United States.”

When Fiat Group, Alfa’s parent, increased its ownership stake in Chrysler, a preliminary plan was sketched out — and then put on hold — to bring the Alfa Romeo MiTo subcompact to Chrysler dealerships.

One of the most talked about cars at the 2011 Geneva auto show, the Alfa Romeo 4C Concept previews a forthcoming production model called the 4C GTA. The beautiful coupe, covered in a hypnotic, deep-red matte paint, is described by Alfa as the “true essence of a sports car,” and the rear-wheel-drive, mid-engine layout suggests just that. Further details: Weight distribution is said to be 40-percent front/60-percent rear, the power runs through a dual-clutch gearbox, and the car is equipped with Alfa’s “DNA” chassis-adjustment system that includes Dynamic, Normal, and All-Weather modes. Yes, “globally” would mean the United States, too, and 2012 coincidentally remains Fiat’s target date for Alfa’s American repatriation (the ultra-limited 8C Competizione and Spider notwithstanding). Can Alfa Romeo really build a lightweight sports car teeming with carbon fiber and sell it at a competitive price? Recent reports have pegged Alfa Romeo as working with Dallara on an affordable carbon-fiber chassis for the production 4C.
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Alfa Romeo sports unveil a concept car in Geneva next month

Alfa Romeo sports car brand will unveil a concept car in Geneva next month to try to raise its profile at the international motor show and beyond.

Alfa Romeo loses money for Fiat, and the concept car would be in line with the Italian car maker's drive to revive the brand by creating some spark at a time when it lacks a new model to show the public.

No one will ever think of "Alfa Romeo" as a value brand, but the floundering Italian marque has always earned admirers with passionate designs aimed straight at the enthusiast core. Alfa has been going through a rough patch, and help is reportedly on the way in the form of a small coupe concept to bow at this year’s Geneva Motor Show.

Expected to wear the 4C GTA name, the two-seater will be rear-drive, mid-engined, and lightweight, all qualities that will leave enthusiasts weak-kneed and brimming with anticipation. GTA stands for Gran Turismo Alleggerita, also the name of a popular classic Alfa coupe. The concept was designed by the brand’s styling center in Turin, Italy, but details remain close to Alfa’s chest. According to British publication Autocar, Alfa insiders have already dubbed the 4C a “baby 8C.” Apparently, there’s a curb weight target of 850 kilograms (1784 pounds) in place--Once built, Alfa expects to sell around 5000 4Cs per year.
Alfa Romeo expects to start production on a rear-engine, rear-drive coupe, the 4C GTA, in 2012 which is priced at a more affordable 40,000 euros.

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Compared to the Alfa 8C Competizione, Alfa Romeo’s most popular model sold at 200,000 Euros, the 4C GTA will come with a more affordable price tag at 40,000 Euros.
The 4C GTA is planned to be a two-seat coupe with a casual-stylish, extremely low design and lightweight construction. Last year, the Giulietta compact went on sale but worldwide sales for the Alfa experienced only a slight increase at 10.2%, or 112,000 cars. 4C GTA features

The 4C GTA will be powered by a 1.8 liter 4 cylinder gasoline engine with horsepower output of more than 250 hp.

Alfa Romeo is famous for their sports cars and coupes, which include current models such as the Alfa Romeo MiTo, Alfa Romeo Giulietta, Alfa Romeo 159, Alfa Romeo GT, Alfa Romeo Spider, and Alfa Romeo 8C Spider. Future models include the 4C GTA, Giulia sedan, and Alfa Romeo SUV.

Alfa Romeo is set to finish a concept car on the lightweight rear-drive coupe to be presented next month in a Geneva auto show debut.

Alfa Romeo Sport Cars Autodelta Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione

The Performance Car Show that will take place in Birmingham, UK, 14-17 January 2010, Autodelta will unveil the world’s first tuned Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. Alfa Romeo’s awesome Alfa 8C Competizione supercar has scooped the award for Best Design of the Year in Auto Express’s 2008 New Car Honours.

The announcement came after more than 4000 Auto Express readers voted in the category, putting the Italian 4.7 V8 head and shoulders above its rivals.  Auto Express’s judging panel agreed with their verdict.

Editor of Auto Express, David Johns, said: “Choosing the best designed cars of the year is never easy, so we turned to the experts for help – Auto Express readers.  Only one car was ever going to win – Alfa Romeo’s  Sport Cars 8C Competizione simply blew the opposition away.”

Alfa Romeo Sport Cars Autodelta Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 

Marketing Director of Alfa Romeo UK, Nicholas Bernard, added: “It’s fabulous to know that this supercar has stirred the emotions and unified car fans across the UK.  It is the epitome of the Alfa Romeo Sport Cars marque and will provide the design inspiration for future models.”

The 4.7-liter V8 engine in the car masterpiece is obviously a slightly higher performance using a new engine management software. The engine develops 444 hp at its plant stock and Autodelta incarnation promises to 17 more to offer. Technical refinements to the chassis of the car and the suspension was also promised, but no further details were released by the company.

Few details are known at this point, but a remapped ECU should squeeze out a modest 17 horsepower boost from the stock 444-hp, 4.7-liter Ferrari-developed V8. Alfa Romeo Sport Cars Autodelta Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is also working on fine-tuning the chassis, taking their 8C around some of the finest tracks in Europe to get it just right.

Alfa Romeo Sport Cars Autodelta Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione

Autodelta also announced that they are working on chassis and suspension upgrades that will be presented at a later date.

Alfa Romeo Giulietta Gets Two New Power Units for Paris

Alfa Romeo has announced that it will head to the Paris Motor Show with new engine options for the Giulietta. The engines are made up by a 2.0 liter JTDM powerplant that makes 140hp while the other engine is the 170hp 1.4 liter MultiAir turbocharged petrol unit.

While the styling remains unchanged, the biggest addition is a twin-clutch transmission. Dubbed TCT, the gearbox "guarantees driving comfort and a sporty feeling well above those offered by conventional automatic transmissions, but also improved efficiency and lower consumption levels." It will be available on the 1.4-liter MultiAir and the new 2.0-liter JTDM.

When equipped with the new 140-horsepower 2.0-liter turbo diesel, the Giulietta hatchback returns an average fuel consumption of just 4.5lt/10km (equal to 52.3mpg US) with corresponding CO2 emissions of 119g/km.

Other Alfa show exhibits include the revised 159 saloon and estate, equipped with a newly Euro 5-compliant 134bhp JDTm-2 diesel engine.

Source: Alfa Romeo




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Alfa Romeo at the 2010 Paris International Motor Show

Giulietta, the safest compact car in the world according to Euro NCAP, is being launched with a new 140 HP Diesel 2.0JTDM-2 and the Alfa TCT twin clutch automatic transmission

The Giulietta, the safest compact car in the world according to Euro NCAP, is the star of the Alfa Romeo stand with two world debuts: the brand-new 140 HP 2.0 JTDM and the 170 HP 1.4 MultiAir turbo petrol with "Alfa TCT" automatic transmission.
The already extensive range of engines available for the Giulietta is complemented by the launch of a new 140 HP turbodiesel that records low emissions (only 119 g/km), low fuel consumption (4.5 litres/100 km over a combined cycle) and an outstanding torque delivery (in Dynamic 350 Nm at just 1750 rpm). A versatile engine well-suited to the needs of fleets and private users.
The second new product is a dry twin clutch automatic transmission which guarantees driving comfort and a sporty feeling well above those offered by conventional automatic transmissions, but also improved efficiency and lower consumption levels. The Alfa TCT will be combined with a petrol version (170 HP 1.4 MultiAir present on the stand) and later also with a diesel version (170 HP 2.0 JTDM). In addition the brand-new Alfa TCT, first applied to the Alfa Mito, is combined with the Start&Stop system in order to minimise consumption levels and CO2 emissions (121 g/km for the 170 HP 1.4 MultiAir).
The Alfa Romeo Giulietta was designed with two ‘souls', one more sporty and capable of expressing great agility over the most demanding routes, and one more functional, with qualities of roominess and comfort on everyday roads. These performances are achieved by the new Compact architecture which, thanks to the sophisticated technical solutions employed for the suspension, the dual pinion active steering, the sturdy and light materials used and the manufacturing technologies implemented, allows the Giulietta to achieve excellent levels both in terms of on-board comfort and dynamics and safety features (active and passive). It is no coincidence that the car has achieved the prestigious 5 Euro NCAP stars and an overall score of 87/100 with the new 2010 rating: an extraordinary result that makes it the safest compact ever.
Two other versions of the Giulietta will be lined up on the stand at the Paris Show: a 105 HP Distinctive 1.6 JTDM and a Quadrifoglio Verde with a 235 HP 1750 TBi engine. The first engine is dedicated to all those in search of a car with character and a distinctive style, affording the typical agility and handling of an Alfa Romeo yet able to combine these qualities with limited running costs. The 105 HP 1.6 JTDM is a flexible and eco-friendly diesel engine that will surprise customers due to its prompt response (in Dynamic mode, the max. torque is a generous 320 Nm at just 1750 rpm) combined with extremely low fuel consumption (in the extra-urban cycle, it is just 3.7 l/100 km). This is possible thanks to the combination of MultiJet 2 technology and the Start&Stop system.
Separate mention must be made of the high performance 235 HP 1750 TBi combined with the exclusive Quadrifoglio Verde trim level, a legendary symbol which has competed on tracks all over the world. Only available on this engine type, this special version is distinguished by its sporty lowered ride height (15 mm lower at the front and 10 mm at the rear), 17" wheels (18"as an option), an enhanced braking system with calipers painted Alfa red, as well as unique interiors which include sporty leather and microfibre upholstery. All designed to guarantee the best in driving pleasure and segment-leading active and passive safety. Fuel consumption is also low considering the power level of this engine. The Quadrifoglio Verde is thus reinterpreted with a modern touch, combining the utmost driving pleasure with greater environmental awareness for an eco-conscious and environmentally-friendly sportiness.
In detail, the 1750 turbo petrol engine boasts advanced technical solutions including direct fuel injection, dual continuous variable valve timing, a turbocharger and a revolutionary scavenging control system that gets rid of any turbo lag. The resulting performance is comparable to - or better than - that of many 3 litre engines while still delivering fuel consumption typical of a compact four cylinder unit. It is worth noting that the specific power of 134 HP/litre represents the highest ever achieved by an Alfa Romeo production engine. The specific torque, amounting to 195 Nm/litre, is also the highest of all petrol engines in this category, while the maximum torque of 340 Nm, reached at just 1900 rpm, is excellent by any standards.
Visitors to the stand can also admire a Giulietta equipped with Blue&Me-TomTom, the only fully integrated portable info-entertainment system that, in addition to map navigation, can be used by means of an up-to-date colour touch screen plus steering wheel and voice commands to manage the telephone, navigation and all information needed while driving, enhancing and exploiting Blue&Me features and ensuring maximum driving safety.


MiTo sportiness becomes even more eco-friendly

The spotlights will also be focused on the Alfa Romeo MiTo, which will be represented at the Paris Show by two cars with a Distinctive trim level. The first vehicle is equipped with a 135 HP 1.4 MultiAir turbo petrol combined with an Alfa TCT automatic transmission with dry twin clutch and the Start&Stop system that temporarily turns off the engine during stops. This Alfa Romeo MiTo offers outstanding performance (7.1 l/100 km over an urban cycle, 126 g/km of CO2 and 8.2 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h), a result that is even better than the same engine with a manual gearbox (the values are 7.4 l/100 km, 129 g/km and 8.4 seconds). It should be emphasised that the MiTo was the first car to offer the revolutionary MultiAir engine and also to combine the 135 HP 1.4 MultiAir turbo petrol with the Alfa TCT transmission and Start&Stop system.
The second Alfa Romeo MiTo on the stand is equipped with a 95 HP 1.3 MultiJet engine in the ECO version. This may be distinguished from the same engine in the range by its optimised fuel consumption, achieved by special engine tuning and gear ratios. This gives rise to a reduction in fuel consumption (from 4.3 to 4.0 l/100 km over a combined cycle) and CO2 emissions (from 112 to 104 g/km). The performance levels are unchanged and remain among the best in the category: 180 km/h top speed and 11.6 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h.
Both cars on show offer sophisticated leather upholstery, the Premium Pack (steering wheel controls, front armrest with compartment, dual zone automatic climate control, parking sensors and Cruise Control) and the Sport Pack (spoiler, sport rear bumper, fog lights, sports instrument panel and 18" wheels for the 135 HP 1.4 MultiAir and 17" wheels for the 95 HP 1.3 MultiJet ECO). The info-telematic equipment on board the two MiTo cars is different: the 1.4 MultiAir version is equipped with the Blue&Me system and RadioNav satellite navigation system that constitutes the new generation of entertainment and satellite navigation developed by Magneti Marelli for Alfa Romeo. The system incorporates a satellite navigation system, radio with dual tuner, one dedicated to traffic information reception (TMC), the CD MP3 player and European maps loaded onto a SD card that speeds up data access and route calculation times. To guarantee the greater sharpness and definition of images, it is equipped with a high-definition 6.5 inch colour display. Visitors to the motor show can admire on the second MiTo on show the Blue&Me-TomTom, the latest development of the Blue&Me system. This is a fully integrated system that allows you to manage telephone, navigation and all necessary driving information functions on a practical colour touch-screen. The device is the result of a partnership between Fiat Group Automobiles and TomTom, the European leader in portable navigation systems, and integrates with the car's other systems by means of the Blue&Me system.


Alfa Romeo 159 introduces the MY 2011 and the new 136 HP Diesel 2.0 JTDM-2 engine

The stand also features an Alfa Romeo 159 Model Year 2011. The model (saloon and Sportwagon) has recently undergone a facelift in its interior styling and has been enhanced by option packages that ensure customers a wide range of personalisation alternatives and a wealth of content. Visitors can admire a Sportwagon in the exclusive "Rosso Competizione" livery and equipped with the new 136 HP 2.0 JTDM engine (Euro 5). This new engine complements the Euro 5 diesel range for the 159 and will be positioned in the most important diesel power band within segment D in Europe. This power unit is in fact able to achieve a compromise between the needs of private customers who seek a lively yet frugal car and those of fleet customers who are concerned with running costs but do not wish to neglect comfort and driving flexibility over long distances.
The car on show is equipped with a TI Pack that adds a sporty flavour with its long list of features. In detail, the TI Pack customises the Alfa Romeo 159 exteriors with 18" "turbine" design alloy wheels (a 19" spoked design is available as an option, as on the car exhibited), low sports ride, side skirts and oversized red brake calipers. A very lively car, therefore, with exceptional roadholding. Inside, the TI environment is recognisable from the wraparound seats trimmed in black leather and Alcantara with red profiles (as an option, the sports seats may be fully trimmed in black or natural leather), sports pedal unit in aluminium and a kick plate with the TI logo, sports steering wheel in leather with radio controls, gear lever knob and handbrake lever trimmed in leather with red stitching, Blue&Me system and sports instruments. For an innovative, hi-tech look, the car on show also features new carbon fibre inserts (an option) on the central console and steering wheel.
Last but not least, brochures and customised totems at the stand will introduce visitors to the products of FGA Capital, a joint venture set up between Fiat Group Automobiles and Crédit Agricole that specialises in the automotive sector. The finance company operates within Italy and across Europe with a single mission: supporting the sales of all Fiat Group Automobiles and Chrysler brand vehicles by offering innovative financial products with high added value services dedicated to the dealership network, private customers and companies.