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Thursday, 20 July 2017

The Stelvio from Alfa Romeo gets its pricing and spec guides and the UK on sale date.

  • Pricing for Alfa Romeo’s first SUV, the all-new Stelvio, starts at £33,990 OTR
  • The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is fitted with Q4 all-wheel drive
  • Four trim levels available from September: Stelvio, Super, Speciale and Milano Edizione
  • Two engines will be available at launch: 2.2-litre 210hp diesel AWD and 2.0-litre 280hp petrol AWD
  • Euro NCAP five-star rating - best in category score for adult occupant protection
  • To stay up to date on the all-new Alfa Romeo Stelvio visit alfaromeo.co.uk/keep-me-updated-Stelvio
Following its UK debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed last month, Alfa Romeo has revealed the UK pricing and specification for its first ever SUV, the all-new Alfa Romeo Stelvio, with prices starting from £33,990 OTR.  The Alfa Romeo Stelvio launches with an exclusive version for 2017 – the Milano Edizione to offer customers even greater functionality and style, while providing exceptional value for money.
Four trim levels will be available from September including Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Super, Speciale and the limited production Milano Edizione. At launch, drivers will be able to choose between two engine versions – 2.2-litre 210hp diesel Q4 AWD and 2.0-litre 280hp petrol Q4 AWD – combined with an ZF eight-speed automatic transmission as standard. 
The 2.0-litre 280hp petrol Q4 AWD engine offers best in class acceleration, going from zero to 62mph in just 5.7 seconds and onto a top speed of 143mph, while returning 40.4mpg* on the combined cycle and emitting just 161g/km* CO2
The 2.2-litre 210hp diesel Q4 AWD meanwhile, gives out 127g/km* CO2 and returns 58.9mpg* on the combined cycle, while still registering a top speed of 134mph and accelerating from zero to 62mph in 6.6 seconds.  
From September the  Alfa Romeo Stelvio will also be available to order with a 2.2-litre diesel engine, producing 180hp and available in both Q4 all-wheel-drive or rear-wheel-drive, and a 2.0-litre petrol engine, with 200hp and Q4 all-wheel-drive.
Featuring perfect 50/50 weight distribution, Alfa Romeo Q4 all-wheel drive architecture, best in class power-to-weight ratios and innovative engine and driver technologies, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio embodies everything a true Alfa Romeo should. 
Not only that, but the Alfa Romeo Stelvio can boast at being the lightest mid-size SUV in the sector thanks to its lightweight body structure and carbon fibre driveshaft, coming in at just 1,604kg for the 2.2-litre diesel 180hp RWD and up to 1,660kg for the 2.0-litre petrol 280hp Q4 AWD, only adding an extra 56kg for the all-wheel-drive system (AWD).
Finding the perfect balance between driving experience and safety, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio was recently awarded a coveted five-star Euro NCAP rating with a score of 97 per cent for the protection of adult occupants; the highest score in its category. 
Credited for its host of innovative safety systems, which come as standard across the full range, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio boasts Alfa Romeo’s segment-first Integrated Brake System, Autonomous Emergency Brake with pedestrian detection, Blind Spot Monitoring, Forward Collision Warning and Lane Departure Warning.
The all-new Alfa Romeo Stelvio stands out from the crowd thanks to its distinctive Italian design, expressed through its proportions and technical architecture leaving the impression of sophisticated simplicity and quality surfaces, both inside and out.  From launch customers will have a choice of three trim levels and a limited production Milano Edizione.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio
The entry trim level ‘Stelvio’ offers a comprehensive standard specification. Standard exterior features include 17-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, LED rear lights and a double lateral chrome exhaust pipe. 
Inside, the cabin focuses on driver satisfaction with dual-zone climate control, Alfa™ D.N.A. rotary driving mode selector, a 3.5-inch TFT colour cluster instrument panel, UConnect™ 8.8-inch display infotainment system with DAB plus Bluetooth/AUX multimedia connectivity, an eight-speaker audio system and two front and two rear USB ports. 
A multi-function leather steering wheel, houses all the main controls so the driver can focus on the task at hand.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Super
The standard specification on the Alfa Romeo Stelvio trim level is supplemented on the Super version with a host of exclusive interior and exterior features. Exterior wise, the Super trim level adds 18-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels and front parking sensors. 
The interior of the Super features an 8.8-inch infotainment system with 3D navigation system featuring European maps and 7-inch TFT instrument cluster, as well as a two-tone leather dashboard and leather and cloth upholstery.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Speciale
Building on the Super trim, the Speciale features 19-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels with red brake calipers, chrome window surround, Bi-Xenon 35W headlights and power folding door mirrors. Inside the cabin, the Speciale benefits from heated front leather seats with six-way adjustment and dedicated four-way power lumbar controls.  
Aluminium shift paddles on the steering column co-ordinate with the aluminium interior finishing’s and metal pedals to complete the look.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Milano Edizione
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio launch edition, Milano Edizione, offers customers even more functionality and style, while providing exceptional value for money. From 1910 to 1960, the iconic Alfa Romeo Badge encompassed the word ‘Miliano’ in its design, the birthplace of the brand, the origins of which are echoed in the Milano Edizione.
The standard specification, adding to the Speciale trim, includes sporty leather seats, a 10 speaker Sound Theatre, 20-inch V-Spoke alloy wheels, keyless entry and an Athermic windscreen.  Privacy glass with black gloss window surround, electrically adjustable and heated front seats and a rear-view camera with dynamic grid lines enhance the standard specification.
The  Alfa Romeo Stelvio will be in showrooms from September, with prices starting from £33,990 OTR for an Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2.2 180hp Diesel RWD. 
The All-New Alfa Romeo Stelvio price list:
Model
Price
Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2.2 Diesel 180hp RWD
£33,990
Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2.0 Petrol 200hp AWD
£34,690

Alfa Romeo Stelvio Super 2.2 Diesel 180hp RWD
£36,190
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Super 2.2 Diesel 180hp AWD
£37,690
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Super 2.0 Petrol 200hp AWD
£36,890
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Super 2.2 Diesel 210hp AWD
£38,490

Alfa Romeo Stelvio Speciale 2.2 Diesel 180hp AWD
£41,490
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Speciale 2.0 Petrol 280hp AWD
£43,690
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Speciale 2.2 Diesel 210hp AWD
£42,290

Alfa Romeo Stelvio Milano Edizione 2.0 Petrol 280hp AWD
£45,390
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Milano Edizione 2.2 Diesel 210hp AWD
£43,990

The All-new Alfa Romeo Stelvio range specification:
Stelvio
Stelvio Super
Stelvio Specialem
Stelvio Milano Edizione
+ 17-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels
+ 3.5-inch TFT instrument cluster
+ 6-way manual front seats
+ 8 speaker audio system
+ Active Cruise Control
+ Alfa Connect 8.8-inch infotainment system
+ Alfa D.N.A driving mode selector
+ Aluminium brake calipers
+ Automatic headlamps
+ Automatic windscreen wipers
+ Autonomous Emergency Braking
+ Black painted interior bezels
+ Cruise control
+ DAB radio
+ Dual-zone climate control
+ Electric parking brake
+ Electronic Stability Control
+ Engine start button on steering wheel
+  Halogen foglights (diesel only)
+ Forward Collison Warning
+ Halogen headlamps and DRL
+ Integrated Brake System
+ Lane Departure Warning
+ Leather steering wheel
+ LED rear & brake lamps
+ Rear parking sensors
+ Double chrome exhaust tip
+ Start & Stop
+ Tyre inflation kit
+ Tyre pressure monitoring system
+ 18-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels
+ 7-inch TFT instrument cluster
+ Alfa Connect 8.8-inch infotainment system with 3D Navigator system European Maps
+ Front parking sensors
+ Leather and cloth seats
+ Two tone dashboard and door panel
+ 19-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels
+ 35W Bi-Xenon headlights
+ Aluminium door sills
+ Aluminium interior finish with metal pedals and footrest
+ Aluminium shift paddles on steering column
+ Chrome window surround
+ Electro-chromic internal rear-view mirror
+ Heated leather seats with 6-way power adjustment
+ 4-way lumbar adjustment
+ Heated sports steering wheel
+ Heated washer nozzles
+ LED fog light (diesel only)
+ Power folding mirrors
+ Red brake calipers

+ 20-inch V-spoke alloy wheels
+ 10 speaker audio system upgrade with subwoofer and ambient light
+ Convenience pack – keyless entry, exterior door handle courtesy lights, air quality system, Athermic windshield
+ Rear back-up camera
+ Gloss black window surround
+ Privacy glass
+ Sporty full leather seats with 6-way power adjustment & power bolster


Saturday, 29 October 2016

IRELAND - MiTo from Alfa Romeo gets updated and launched, its now the car it should have been all along.

  • Alfa Romeo Mito is revised for 2016 with a new look, more technology and a completely revised range of trim levels
  • Styling changes include new sports grilles, new alloy wheel designs, enhanced detailing, new upholsteries and improved technologies
  • Updated 1.3-litre JTDM-2 turbo diesel joins the range with increased output of 95hp and lower emissions of just 89g/km
  • New range consists of Mito, Super and Super Sport trim levels with pricing starting at just €18,295 RRP 
The new Alfa Romeo Mito has gone on sale in Ireland priced from €18,295 RRP. Revised for 2016 with a new look to emulate the style and attitude of the all-new Alfa Romeo Giulia, with more technology, a revised range and the introduction of the updated 1.3-litre JTDM-2 turbo diesel with  increased 95hp output and reduced CO2 emissions (just 89g/km), the new Alfa Romeo Mito is more enticing and competitive than ever before.
To give the Mito the new Alfa Romeo family feel the styling has been revised with new sports grilles, dark-finish headlamp bezels, revised rear bumper designs and new alloy wheels, as well as new Alfa White paint option.

Inside, all models get new upgraded seat upholsteries, Uconnect Live services and a new finish on the centre console, dashboard and door trims. 
Naturally, the new Alfa Romeo logo features inside and out, while the Mito badge adopts the same script as that of the new Giulia.
The entry-point trim level known simply as Alfa Romeo Mito comes with generous standard equipment including new 16-inch alloy wheels, satin chrome-effect exterior detailing (door handles, grille surrounds, headlamp and tail lamp surrounds), air conditioning, Alfa DNA driving mode selector, a rear spoiler and a Uconnect 5-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth connectivity.
Engine choices include the 78hp 1.4-litre petrol (€18,295 RRP), 875cc Turbo Petrol TwinAir 105hp (€19,795 RRP) and the 1.3 JTDM-2 95hp (€20,545 RRP)) and key options include the Visibility Pack (auto headlamps and wipers, and electro-chromic rear-view mirror - €250); Comfort Pack (front centre armrest, rear parking sensors and front seat lumbar adjustment - €500); dual-zone climate control (€600); electric sunroof (€1,100); satellite navigation (€900) and an eight-speaker BOSE audio system (€600).
The mid trim is the new Alfa Romeo Mito Super which builds on the standard Mito’s specification by adding cruise control: 17-inch 'Turbine' alloy wheels; Alfa code immobiliser and alarm; front fog lamps; special upholstery with Eco-Leather side bolstering; aluminium sports pedals, footrest and kickplates; chrome effect window sills; space-saver spare wheel and the Comfort Pack as standard. 
Options available on the Super, in addition to those available on the Mito, include sports leather upholstery (€1,250) and an 18-inch alloy wheel upgrade (€600). 
The engines offered in Super specification include the 875cc Turbo Petrol TwinAir 105hp (€21,095 RRP) and the 1.3 JTDM-2 95hp (€21,845 RRP) and the 1.4 MultiAir 140hp petrol with ALFA TCT transmission and steering wheel-mounted gearshift paddles (€23,725 RRP).
The new Alfa Romeo Mito Super Sport, available for just €171 more than the Super trim, offers enhanced specification and even sportier looks available with the 875cc TwinAir 105hp turbo petrol (€21,266 RRP); the 1.3 JTDM-2 95hp diesel engine (€22,016 RRP) or the 1.4 MultiAir 140hp petrol with ALFA TCT transmission (€23,896 RRP).  In addition to the equipment on the Super, the Super Sport adds sports leather upholstery (available in three colour options) with heated front seats; dual-zone air conditioning; 60/40 split folding rear seats; rear privacy glass and red brake callipers. 
Available options include an 18-inch alloy wheel upgrade (€600); Visibility Pack (auto headlamps and wipers, electro-chromic rear-view mirror - €250); electric sunroof (€1,100); satellite navigation (€900) and an eight-speaker BOSE audio system (€600).
The new Alfa Romeo Mito is available to order now from Alfa Romeo showrooms, priced from €18,295.

IRELAND - Alfa Romeo launches the Giulia in Ireland with a very tempting start price, and comes with a host of standard kit.

  • The all-new Alfa Romeo Giulia pricing starts from €39,995
  • Built around Alfa Romeo’s all-new rear-wheel drive architecture, with perfect 50/50 weight distribution and distinctive Italian styling
  • Euro NCAP Five Star rating – highest ever score for adult occupant protection
  • Five trim levels available: Giulia, Super, Super Sport, Super Lux and the range-topping Giulia Quadrifoglio
  • Four engine versions available mated to ZF® eight-speed automatic gearbox: 2.2 litre JTD diesel with either 150hp or 180hp, 2.0 litre petrol with 200hp and 2.9 litre V6 petrol engine with 510hp
  • Range-topping Giulia Quadrifoglio capable of 0 to 100km/h in just 3.9 seconds
Alfa Romeo Ireland has announced pricing and specification details for the highly anticipated Alfa Romeo Giulia range, with prices starting from €39,995.
Built around Alfa Romeo’s all-new rear-wheel drive architecture, the Giulia features short overhangs, a long bonnet, muscular haunches and the longest wheelbase in its segment. 
Careful management of weights and materials has resulted in perfect 50/50 weight distribution across its axles, while the sophisticated four-arm Alfa™ Link rear suspension (with an Alfa Romeo-patented solution for toe adjustment) and new double-wishbone front set-up have been specifically tuned to maximise its dynamic abilities and enhance driving comfort.

Another debut for the Giulia is a new semi-virtual steering axis which optimises the filtering effect and guarantees rapid, accurate steering by keeping a constant caster trail in corners. Meanwhile, the advanced Alfa™ Torque Vectoring double-clutch rear differential system precisely controls the torque delivery to each rear wheel to improve traction in low grip conditions without having to run up against an invasive stability control system.
To obtain an excellent power-to-weight ratio and outstanding torsional rigidity, the new Giulia utilises an array of high-strength and ultra-lightweight materials including, for example, carbon fibre for the driveshaft, aluminium composite and plastic for the rear crossmember and aluminium for the doors, wings, engines, brakes and suspensions – including the front suspension domes and front and rear sub-frames. The Giulia Quadrifoglio takes this attention to detail a stage further with its carbon fibre bonnet, roof, front splitter, rear spoiler and body inserts.
The all-new Alfa Romeo Giulia model range features five trim levels – Giulia, Super, Super Sport, Super Lux and the top of the range Quadrifoglio – and is available in 13 different exterior colour options. Drivers can also choose between four engine variants (two petrol and two diesel), all of which are paired to a new ZF® eight-speed automatic transmission as standard.
Even the entry level ‘Giulia’ includes a comprehensive list of standard equipment, including new efficient active safety systems such as Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with Autonomous Emergency Brake (AEB) and pedestrian recognition, Integrated Brake System (IBS), and Lane Departure Warning (LDW). All of these advanced features have contributed to the all-new Alfa Romeo Giulia being awarded a prestigious Five Star Euro NCAP rating, with 98% protection result for adult occupants, making it the highest score ever achieved by a car,.
The stylish and functional features of the entry level model also include 17-inch alloy wheels, LED rear lights, a chrome exhaust and aluminium brake calipers. As with all Alfa Romeo vehicles, the interior of the car focuses on driving satisfaction with a new UConnect™ 6.5-inch display infotainment system with rotary pad control, Bluetooth connectivity and an eight speaker audio system, dual-zone climate control, Alfa™ D.N.A. rotary driving mode selector, 3.5-inch TFT colour display, rear parking sensors, automatic light/rain sensors, cruise control, and leather steering wheel with controls including ignition start button 
The Giulia trim is available in two engines, a 2.2 litre JTD 150hp diesel and 2.0 litre 200hp turbo petrol, priced at €39,995 and €40,395 respectively.
Stepping up to the Super version,  the specification is enhanced with a wealth of additional interior and exterior features including  an exclusive alloy wheel design, chromed exterior window surrounds and on the 2.2 litre JTD 180hp diesel, dual chrome exhaust tips.
Inside, the Giulia Super features Alfa Romeo’s new UConnect™ 8.8-inch 3D navigation system with integrated maps, split screen function and DAB radio,. There’s also an electro-chromic auto-dimming rear view mirror, a 7-inch TFT display, aluminium door sills as well as leather and cloth seat trims available in three colour options. The engine range comprises the 200hp 2.0 litre turbo petrol, the 2.2 litre JTD 150hp and 2.2 litre JTD 180hp diesel powerplant. Prices for the Super range start at €41,995 for the 2.2 litre JTD 150hp version.
Next in the range are the Giulia Super Sport and Lux trims, also available with a choice of the 200hp 2.0 litre turbo petrol and 2.2 litre JTD diesel engine with an output of either 150hp or 180hp.
Drivers wanting an even sportier presence on the road can upgrade to the Giulia Super Sport. From the outside, enhancements include 18-inch alloy wheels, painted brake calipers, dark tinted privacy glass and distinctive 25W Bi-Xenon headlights with LED DRL. Inside, the sporty tone continues with leather seats available in three colour options, a sports leather steering wheel, aluminium pedals, brushed aluminium effect centre console and door moulding inserts, and steering column-mounted gear shift paddles.
For those seeking enhanced comfort, looks and driving pleasure, the Giulia Super Lux is sure to entice as it brings together many of the most popular features available including a rear view camera, adaptive cruise control, power folding exterior mirrors, leather upholstery, 25W Bi-Xenon headlights and 18-inch ‘Luxury’ design alloy wheels.
For a limited time period to celebrate the launch of the all-new Alfa Romeo Giulia, both the Super Sport and Super Lux trims are available for an additional €171 over the comparable Super version.
Topping the range is the Giulia Quadrifoglio. Powered by a new 510hp, 600Nm Bi-Turbo V6 petrol engine, with an eight-speed paddle shift automatic transmission as standard, the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio is capable of sprinting from 0 to 100km/h in just 3.9 seconds and on to a top speed of more than 307km/h, with low emissions of 189g/km. 
Pricing for Alfa Romeo’s advanced new super saloon will start at €99,945 with an outstanding standard specification including 19-inch Quadrifoglio alloy wheels, a front sports bumper with Alfa™ Active Aero splitter, a sporty rear bumper with functional diffuser and distinctive quad tailpipe sports exhaust system. It also features Alfa™ Active Suspension, Torque Vectoring and D.N.A. Pro selector with race mode, power folding exterior mirrors, 35W Bi-Xenon headlights with AFS technology, front and rear parking sensors and a rear view camera with dynamic gridlines.
Interior highlights include Quadrifoglio sports seats trimmed in leather and Alcantara, an exclusive Quadrifoglio sports steering wheel with red ignition button, Alfa Romeo’s new UConnect™ 8.8-inch 3D navigation system, dual-zone climate control, automatic light/rain sensors and cruise control with speed limiter.
Orders can now be taken at Alfa Romeo dealerships nationwide with the first models due to arrive in showrooms in November 2016. 
New Alfa Romeo Giulia Price List
Giulia 2.2 Turbo Diesel AT8 150hp€39,995
Giulia 2.0 Turbo Petrol AT8 200hp€40,395
Giulia Super 2.2 Turbo Diesel AT8 150hp€41,995
Giulia Super 2.2 Turbo Diesel AT8 180hp€43,795
Giulia Super 2.0 Turbo Petrol AT8 200hp€42,395
Giulia Super Sport 2.2 Turbo Diesel AT8 150hp€42,166
Giulia Super Sport 2.2 Turbo Diesel AT8 180hp€43,966
Giulia Super Sport 2.0 Turbo Petrol AT8 200hp€42,566
Giulia Super Lux 2.2 Turbo Diesel AT8 150hp€42,166
Giulia Super Lux 2.2 Turbo Diesel AT8 180hp€43,966
Giulia Super Lux 2.0 Turbo Petrol AT8 200hp€42,566
Giulia Quadrifoglio 2.9 V6 Bi-Turbo AT8 510hp€99,945