The Alfa Romeo Giulietta is a small family car produced by the Italian manufacturer Alfa Romeo from 2010 to 2023. It was designed by Bertone's Giorgetto Giugiaro and replaced the Alfa Romeo 147 in the company's lineup.
Design and Features
The Giulietta features a compact, aerodynamic body with a long hood, short overhangs, and a sloping roofline. The car has a length of 4.19 meters (164.9 inches), a width of 1.77 meters (69.7 inches), and a height of 1.50 meters (59 inches). The wheelbase is 2.63 meters (103.1 inches) long.
The Giulietta's interior features a range of innovative materials, including Alcantara and carbon fiber trim. The car comes with a variety of standard and optional features, such as:
- A 7-inch touchscreen display
- An 8-speaker, 500-watt Harman Kardon sound system
- Navigation and Bluetooth connectivity
- Heated front seats and steering wheel
- Dual-zone climate control
Engine Options
The Giulietta is available with a range of four-cylinder engines, including:
- A 1.4-liter, 16-valve, turbocharged petrol unit producing 120 horsepower (89 kW)
- A 1.6-liter, 8-valve, naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 105 horsepower (78 kW)
- A 2.0-liter, 16-valve, turbocharged diesel engine producing 150 horsepower (112 kW)
Transmission and Performance
The Giulietta comes with a range of transmission options, including:
- A 5-speed manual gearbox
- A 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (TCT)
- An 8-speed automatic transmission (QV)
The car's performance varies depending on the engine and transmission chosen. The most powerful version, the Giulietta QV, accelerates from 0-60 mph in just 5.2 seconds.
Safety Features
The Giulietta features a range of advanced safety features, including:
- Electronic stability control
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Driver and passenger airbags
- Front and side curtain airbags
Trim Levels
The Giulietta is available in several trim levels, including:
- Giulietta (base model)
- Giulietta Sport (mid-level trim with sporty styling and features)
- Giulietta Cloverleaf QV (high-performance version with a 1.75-liter, turbocharged petrol engine producing 237 horsepower)
Production and Sales
The Alfa Romeo Giulietta was produced from 2010 to 2023 at the company's factory in Cassino, Italy. The car was sold in several countries around the world, including Europe, Australia, and North America.
Awards and Recognition
The Alfa Romeo Giulietta has received numerous awards and accolades during its production run, including:
- 2010 European Car of the Year
- 2011 AutoExpress Supercar of the Year
- 2012 What Car? Awards: Best Supermini
