Alfa Romeo 156 Saloon 2.0 TS Lusso 4d (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Easily the best value in it's class. Poor resale value, though (60% over 3 yrs depreciation).
Costs
Average servicing costs. Poor economy, but only because revving is such a pleasure.
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On the road
Driving
Fantastic. Everything. Ride, handling, grip, fun.
Performance
Fantastic. I've driven the V6 and it's not near as sweet as the 2l. Lots of torque. 3rd gear just amazing.
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Living with it
Reliability
45000 faultless wonderful miles over 3 years. She ate headlight bulbs, though.
Image
One of the most beautiful cars made. The shape does it all, it doesn't need chrome or strakes or stripes. The thinking man's Beemer.
Comfort
Plenty of room, nice seats, all the bells and whistles, and a lovely dash. A little plasticy perhaps.
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Security and Service
Security
Never had cause to find out.
Service
Alfa do service well in Ireland. No rip offs.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None.
Other
None really. I used 6 headlight bulbs in 3 years, which seems high but hardly worth complaining about.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes