Alfa Romeo 156 Saloon 2.4 JTD 4d (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
As second-hand buy plenty of style for my money.
Costs
Fuel economy lower than expected tyres needed replacing regularly due to 'leading edge' fit.
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On the road
Driving
Brilliant road hugging, sits where you want and smooth cornering.
Performance
ABS works well!!! When revs up, the drive is smooth and responsive, and holds up. Bottoms out when 'driving' at high revs through gears - annoying!
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Living with it
Reliability
Endless visits to garage over last 6 months, starting with replacement turbo head parts replacement slow and costly. My local service agent had endless problems with airbag sensor and new ECU needed to overcome. She's got to go! And won't buy Alfa.
Image
Sexiest car on the road, still get a lift walking back to my car. Sadly can't afford this luxury any longer!
Comfort
Good driving position, and drivers seat holds well. Odd clutch angle.
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Security and Service
Security
No problems retuning radio after security cut off/battery disconnection is a pain.
Service
Local dealer network in SW is NAFF! Hence used friendly local service agent, who did his best with poor service from Alfa dealerships.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Cut out when driving led to replacement turbo head.
Other
Airbag sensors/seatbelt mechanism and ECU.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No