Alfa Romeo Giulietta (2010 - 2020) 1.6 JTDM-2 Veloce 5d (2011/11) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I like slightly quirky cars so may be thats me!

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Everyone who has been in the car has said how impressed they have been with it.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would buy this car again. I have been very impressed. Most people told me to avoid Alfa's due to reliabiity and build quality however these have turned out to be untrue, so far! I have noticed a couple of minor build quality issues but they don't stand out and you only notice them if you really look. The engine is really good and I am getting between 48 and 55 mpg but I am quite a hard driver so I suspect a more frugal dirver would get more MPG. In comparison to my Civic the Sat nav is not as practical and as easy to use and can be quite frustrating at times but dos get you from point A to B.

What are you likely to buy next?

I have been so impressed with the car I will definately be looking at the new Guillia when it is released. Hoping it will be soon as due to change it in June 2013 but I know launch has been delayed.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

June 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

The 1.6 diesel engine is very lively and is as good, if not better, than my previous 2.2 diesel Civic. Holds the road extremely well on cornering. Cabin noise is low. One downside is there is no foot plate to rest your foot on.

What's it like to park?

With the parking sensors combined wit a good wheel lock it is a breeze to park.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Have not exprienced any problems with the car so far.

What's most practical about your car?

Stop start is very good.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

DNA system - Although the car press experts have not ben impressed with this I find it most useful when you need that extra bit of acceleration especially at traffic lights and over taking etc. Not used the all weather setting but Dynamic mode does make a lot of difference on pull away. Rear door handles foxes everyone as they are hidden. A lot of peole think it only has two doors.