Category: Alfa Romeo

Car magazine brings word, and renderings, of the new Alfa Romeo Giulia predicted for release in 2014. It will replace the 159 and lead Alfa’s charge in the mid-size segment. Based on these com-gen images if it looks as good as this, it will sure create some waves among the Passats and 3 Series of the world.

The Giulia will be built on the Fiat-Chrysler CUSW platform (C segment, US compatible, Wide) which is about to spawn the Dodge Dart.

Alfa hopes the Giulia will help them reach 400,000 global sales in 2014. That’s a sizable 150% increase on current annual figures.

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Alfa Romeo has announced details of a new 1.8 litre four cylinder engine which will be launched in 2013. Suitable for both longitudinal and transverse layouts the engine will have an impressive 224kW (300hp). It’s expected this new powerplant will find its way beneath the gorgeous curves of the 4C sportscar (due in Australia by 2014).

Currently, the 4C Concept is powered by an existing “200hp+” 1750 turbo four and has a published body weight of 850kg.

The new 1.8 litre will feature all aluminum construction and its power will be achieved through the use of a high-efficiency turbocharger. Alfa say the engine will set new benchmarks in performance and economy.

In addition to last week’s news that a production version of the Alfa Romeo 4C will be on sale in Australia by 2014, we bring you these pics of the concept model from the floor at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. All can be viewed at 2000px super sizing by clicking on each image.

We’ve also added the pics from the 2011 Geneva Motor Show. That’s 17 images in all of one of the prettiest sports coupés around.

The stunning Alfa Romeo 4C will be on sale in Australia by 2014 according to a report published by GoAuto.

Currently on show in Frankfurt in a spectacular ‘fluid metal’ body colour, the 4C has been confirmed for RHD production by Alfa Romeo CEO Harald Wester.

“Alfa Romeo is going to be present in all markets in the world. If there’s enough interest in this kind of special-edition supercar it will be either left or right-hand drive, but there will definitely be a right-hand drive,” he told journalists in Frankfurt.

Neville Crichton, Ateco Automotive Governing Director, spoke to Australian journalists in Frankfurt and said he expects the 4C to be on sale down under by 2014.

It’s understood the 200hp 850kg sportscar will be a replacement for the Brera. If the 4C can be positioned at the same pricepoint of around $65,000 then Alfa Romeo will likely have a worldwide phenomenon on their hands. We reckon they may well struggle to meet demand.

[Source: GoAuto | Pics: GTspirit | Thanks to Craig for the tip]

Alfa Romeo has given its stunning 4C Concept a makeover before it hits the runway at the Frankfurt Motor Show. This new ‘fluid metal’ colour shceme really does look the goods and shows off the curves of the car to perfection.

Perhaps the 4C is a bit too fussy around its mid shoulder line. But with over 200hp and a confirmed weight of just 850kg we can forgive any extravagance in styling.

There’s a few more pics after the break and we’ll update you with any more that come our way after the Frankfurt show starts in a couple of weeks.

A new teaser video for the 2012 Alfa Romeo 4C has emerged to remind us that this is one car that stirs the passions of the heart and satisfies the demands of the mind. Can you really ignore the 4C’s submissive curves and its tantalising spec sheet?

It’s a shame the video (available after the break) has its aspect ratio out of kilter, but it still provides a great taste of what is to come from this Boxster-bashing Italian.

To remind you, the 4C will tip the scales at a feather light 850kg and be powered by a 1750cc turbo four cylinder, good for 200hp plus. The chassis has been sourced from the KTM X-box, so razor sharp responses are all but guaranteed. And, of course, it will be rear wheel drive as well.

Do want.

The caption to this pic translates as “4C, the dream Alfa.” Even with a dodgy fold in the middle of the pic, the Geneva-bound 4C GTA concept car looks the business. As far as we can tell this image was first posted to the AlfaMitoClub.it forum yesterday.

The 4C GTA is based on the ball-tearing KTM X-bow and is expected to be powered by a 250hp turbo charged four cylinder engine. With a miserly 800kg kerb weight the rear-engine, rear wheel drive 4C GTA is sure to excite, and possibly create, a whole new generation of Alfa Romeo fans.

Even the expected price of the 4C GTA is relatively exciting, with the UK market expecting a £40K price tag. Roughly the same price as an entry level Porsche Boxster. Dream Alfa indeed.

[Thanks to Craig for the tip]

UPDATE 1 March: Alfa has released official info on the 4C at Geneva. Read more…