Alfa Romeo 147 (01-09) - Review Review by Ben Wall on 25 September 2007 Last Updated: 06 May 2009 Voted Car of the Year in 2001 before it even went on sale here, Alfa's sleek, sporting 147 hatchback has appealing Italian styling, advanced engines, fine handling and competitive pricing against premium offerings from Audi and BMW. What Alfa has lacked is a reputation for longevity, although the 147 has proven to be one of the firms more reliable models. Facelifted in 2005 with the new-look Alfa face and a light interior makeover, even in its later years there remains much to like about this stylish hatchback. 3 out of 5 Other Alfa Romeo reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery Also Consider 4.5 out of 5 Ford Focus Hatchback (05-11) Good to drive, smart looking, wide choice of engines and trim levels, comfortable interior, refined ride, low emissions ECOnetic model available Boot and rear passenger space could be more practical Read full review 4 out of 5 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (04-08) Great engines, well finished and spacious interior, comfortable, good to drive Expensive compared to similar hatchbacks, noisy diesels Read full review 4 out of 5 SEAT Leon Hatchback (05 on) Sporty and distinctive styling, great to drive, well built and reliable, good value for money, low emissions Ecomotive models Firm ride, some hard interior plastics, noisy diesel engines Read full review Find other hatchback cars Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Alfa Romeo 147 cars for sale We have 48 models like this for sale. Find Alfa Romeo 147 cars for sale Previous: Buying & Selling Next: Company Car Info
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