Alfa Romeo 166 2.5 V6 24V Lusso 4d Sportronic Auto (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
The cars are cheap because of the reliability of other models.
Costs
The 72000 mile service was about £650.
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On the road
Driving
Not good on bad roads, liable to ground.
Performance
Too heavy for fast acceleration, good cruise car, LPG performance is down 40% (0-60).
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Living with it
Reliability
Never broken down
Image
Stands out in a crowd of BMWs
Comfort
Full leather electrically controlled seats - excellent
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Security and Service
Security
Don't shut the boot lid with battery disconnected - the battery is in the back.
Service
The 166 is heavy on fuel, but I got mine converted to LPG. I can't imagine what car I could get next. Integral phone, satelite navigation, the equivalent fuel cost of 45 mpg (petrol cost), electric seats, gas discharge headlamps, console control unit ...
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None
Other
The CD autochanger is difficult to replace cheaply.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes