Alfa Romeo is an automobile brand that produces prestigious car models. Her story began in 1906 in Italy. The company specializes in creating unique cars of the highest class. The hearts of millions of motorists have long been subdued by this impressive brand. Today, the cost of these cars reaches outrageous numbers. But, despite this, many lovers of elite “iron horses” are watching the news from car dealerships with expectation: have Alfa Romeo got new models? In 2016, several new products were presented to the audience.
Stelvio - crossover in the Alfa Romeo line
In 2016, at the auto show, which was held in Los Angeles, the Italian brand presented another new product - the unique Stelvio crossover. In the history of the brand, this is the very first SUV. Outwardly, it is very similar to the Giulia model:
- Triangular grille.
- Stretched optics in front.
- The characteristic shape of the lights.
The new model is built on the Giorgio chassis. Drive - rear, two-link suspension is located in front, rear - multi-link. In the basic configuration, a 2-liter turbo engine with a capacity of 280 liters is offered. from. With it, a car accelerates to a maximum of 231 km / h. Alfa Romeo’s model line has not been replenished for a long time with this option, although there has been talk of this since the beginning of the 21st century.
Giulia - the long-awaited novelty
The 2016 Alfa Romeo lineup has replenished with the long-awaited Giulia sedan, which was presented back in 2012. The first photos of this model appeared in 2015. And in 2016, she had already left the assembly line. As competitors of this car are called:
- representative Mercedes C-Class;
- elegant Audi A4;
- Elite BMW 3-Series.
A stylish center console, a comfortable and beautiful steering wheel, excellent finishing materials - this is what distinguishes the new Giulia. This car is built on the rear-wheel drive platform Giorgio. Therefore, if desired, you can implement a four-wheel drive circuit.
The new Alfa Giulia has several engine options:
- 5-liter 3-liter turbo engine from.
- 180-liter 2-liter gasoline engine from.
- 250 liter 2-liter gasoline engine from.
- 300-liter 2-liter gasoline engine from.
- 2.2-liter turbo diesel engine with 180 liter capacity. from.
- Turbodiesel (2.2 L) at 135 L from.
- Turbodiesel with a volume of 2.2 liters per 210 liters. from.
- 3 liter turbo diesel with 340 liter from.
This model has been updated. Previously, it was produced from 1962 to 1977. Then the production of Giulia sedans was stopped. Resume release was decided 5 years ago. So long and painstakingly worked on the project of this model, so as not to lose sight of a single detail. And the brand new “Julia” is already on sale.
4C Spider - the king of sports cars
Alfa-Romeo added a sports car to the 2016 model range. It was presented at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show 4C Spider. A removable top, a fabric roof, and wheels of an unusual design made from a single piece of aluminum are all distinctive features of the exterior of a sports car.
The model is equipped with a 1.75 liter engine with a capacity of 240 liters. from. With it, the 4C Spider accelerates in just 4.2 seconds to 100 km / h. The electronics that the machine is equipped with have several modes of operation:
- Natural
- Race.
- Dynamic
- All-weather.
Alffeta: whether to wait in 2017
Alfa Romeo has a very large lineup. Many cars are presented in the Russian car market. However, the automaker does not stop there. In 2017, it is planned to launch a model called Alfetta. It will be another sedan. Outwardly, it will be somewhat similar to the Giulia lineup included in Alfa Romeo. However, it will surpass it in size. Only the body shape will be similar.
Equipping a new model, most likely technologists will use the same engine lineup as the "Julia". The best version of the novelty will be equipped with a biturbo engine, which is now equipped with the Giulia Quadrifoglio Verde.
The new concept car will be presented only by the end of 2017. While the model will undergo pre-conveyor preparation and testing, some more time will pass. Therefore, you should expect an Alfetta sedan no earlier than 2018.
The Alfa-Romeo company constantly improves its lineup (photo confirms this). Not only new cars appear, but also tuned, updated old versions of cars. Designers and technicians of the concern are working to ensure that motorists are comfortable and prestigious to use their models.
Today it is already known how many and which models will be released in the next few years from Alfa Romeo. The lineup is getting bigger from year to year. Only new car brand representatives keep the most secret. A pleasant surprise always happens at the next car dealerships. And then those who want to become owners of new products are eagerly watching when the next model will go off the assembly line and fall into their hands.