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147

2001 on

Hatchback 2001 on
Alfa Romeo 147
  • Strong diesel engine, good six-speed gearbox, Italian styling, neat handling
  • Limited rear passenger space, firm ride, cabin quality issues
156

1997 to 2006

Saloon 1997 to 2006
Alfa Romeo 156 Saloon
  • Italian styling, great to drive, strong diesel engines, sporty cabin
  • Reliability issues, firm ride, average interior build quality
Sportwagon 2000 to 2006
Alfa Romeo 156 Sportwagon
  • Wonderfully styled, hugely enjoyable to drive, strong diesel engines
  • Not especially practical, less boot space than the saloon, reliability issues
159

2006 on

Saloon 2006 on
Alfa Romeo 159 Saloon
  • Stunning styling, charismatic interior, great to drive, sporty nature, excellent diesels
  • Tight rear passenger space, poor ride comfort
Sportwagon 2006 on
Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon
  • Wonderfully distinctive styling, wonderful cabin, strong diesel line-up, great handling
  • Not very practical for an estate, tight space for passengers in the back
166

1999 to 2005

Saloon 1999 to 2005
Alfa Romeo 166
  • Alfa style, driving pleasure, characteristic V6 engines
  • Cramped in the back, no diesel option, firm ride
Brera

2006 on

Coupe 2006 on
Alfa Romeo Brera
  • Stunning looks, wonderful interior styling, decent luggage space, lovely V6 engine
  • Not quite as good to drive as it looks, cramped rear seats, boot awkward to access
GT

2004 on

Coupe 2004 on
Alfa Romeo GT
  • Gorgeous Alfa looks, great diesel option, surprisingly practical, good to drive
  • Rear visibility is poor, gearbox is a letdown, cabin quality could be better
GTV

1996 to 2006

Coupe 1996 to 2006
Alfa Romeo GTV
  • Italian panache, great performance, wonderful V6 engine
  • There are cheaper and more reliable choices, no diesel option, cramped rear seats
Mito

2009 on

Hatchback 2009 on
Alfa Romeo Mito
  • Compact size, fun to drive, strong performance, distinctive Alfa styling, excellent turbocharged petrol engine
  • Firm ride, high boot sill
Spider

2007 on

Convertible 2007 on
Alfa Romeo Spider
  • Stunning looks, well equipped, available with an excellent diesel, stylish cabin
  • Lacks refinement, body shake, steering lacks feel and precision, firm ride

1996 to 2006

Convertible 1996 to 2006
Alfa Romeo Spider
  • Looks great with the hood down, great V6 engine, strong performance
  • Body is not particularly rigid, lacks refinement, noisy on motorways