It seems Alfa Romeo is targeting that esteemed three box high performance segment in the market currently dominated by BMW M3 and the Mercedes C63.
The Giulia replaces the 159, albeit four years later. The automaker says the Giulia embodies the core elements heritage and performance which made Alfa Romeo one of the world’s best-loved automotive brands. Distinctive Italian design; innovative power trains, perfect weight distribution, unique technical solutions and the best power-to-weight ratio.
Design
The Giulia’s compact proportions have evolved from its new rear-wheel drive architecture, all-wheel drive may also be on the cards. Other changes include engine and major mechanical components arranged between the axles to ensure balance weight distribution.
With short overhangs, a long bonnet and muscular haunches hints at the performance stance the Giulia embodies. Alfa also claims the Giulia’s wheelbase is the longest in its segment.
Performance
And this is where the likes of M3 and C63 need to be afraid, very afraid. There’s something special going on under the bonnet of the Giulia, including a bespoke unit developed for the range-topping Quadrifoglio version. Alfa Romeo says engineers with a Ferrari background have designed the flagship V6 turbo petrol engine to kick out a delicious 377kW. This means the QV goes to 100km/h in 3.9sec.
Fiat Group Automobiles SA confirms, the Giulia QV will arrive in January 2017. Two models, the Giulia QV Race Edition and Giulia QV Launch Edition will initially be available.
Just as a reminder, the Quadrifoglio features a 2,9-litre, bi-turbo V6 engine delivering 377 kW and 600 N.m. The claimed top speed is 306 km/h and the dash to 100 km/h is 3,9 seconds. Later in the year the Base version arrives around May. The Base version sports a 2.0-Litre 4 pot delivering 147 kW and 330 N.m. Top speed is a reasonable 234 km/h and the sprint to 100 km/h is a respectable 6.6 seconds.
Expected pricing
R 1 600 000 – Giulia Race Edition
R 1 400 000 – Giulia Launch Edition
R 580 000 – Giulia Base Edition
Specifications
The race version
Red Calipers
QV Stile Dark 19” Alloy Wheels
QV Steering wheel with Carbon Fiber Insert
Sparco Seats
Harman Kardon Audio System
UCONNECT TOUCH 8.4N Navigation System with DAB
Convenience Pack (Door Courtesy Lights, Keyless Entry)
Ambient Light Pack (Front Courtesy/map lamps)
Uplever Alarm System
Privacy Tinted Rear Glass
Adaptive Cruise Control
Smoking Kit
Tri-Coat Paint
Ventilated Ceramic Brake Discs
Special Plate for South Africa
The launch version
Red & Yellow Calipers
QV Tecnico Specific 19” Alloy Wheels (5ER)
QV Steering wheel with Carbon Fiber Insert
Sparco Seats
Harman Kardon Audio System
UCONNECT TOUCH 8.4N Navigation System with DAB
Convenience Pack (Door Courtesy Lights, Keyless Entry)
Ambient Light Pack (Front Courtesy/map lamps)
Uplever Alarm System
Privacy Tinted Rear Glass
Adaptive Cruise Control
Smoking Kit
Pastel or Metallic
The base version
Headlight Beam Height Adjustment
Automatic Headlight Activation (Dusk/Dawn)
Front Fog Light
Warning Light For Seat Belt Fastened
Steering Wheel And Shift Stick Handle With Leather Lining
Rain Sensor
TPMS(Tyre Pressure Monitoring System)
Floor Mats
Alloy Wheels Extra Series 2
Tire Filling / Repair Kit (Fix & Go) In Place Of Undersize Spare Tyre
Passenger Airbag Disable
Rear Headrests N^ 3
Active Run Over Protection System
Security Lock
Steering Wheel Commands 3
Stop & Start (S&S)
Seat Upholstery Extra Series 1
Full Body Cover
Alarm Without Remote
Lane Departure Warning
Door Courtesy Lamps
USB Charging Port
Privacy Tinted Glass
Passenger Side Sun Vision With Mirror
316+508 (Pack Entry Safety)
Specific Sill 2
Pack Climate Upgrade
Chrome Surround Moulding
Adaptive Cruise Control W/Stop
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