The Alfa Romeo 156 is a sleek and powerful sedan with impressive acceleration and a top speed of 191 km/h. It's a great choice for those who value performance and style.
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
10.3 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
10.3 sec
Max Speed
191 km/h 118.68 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Alfa Romeo 156 is a compact sedan that offers a comfortable ride and decent interior space. With a length of 4430 mm and width of 1745 mm, it provides ample room for its 5 occupants. The wheelbase of 2595 mm and front and rear tracks of 1519 mm and 1506 mm respectively, ensure a stable and smooth ride.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4430 mm 174.41 in.
Width
1745 mm 68.7 in.
Height
1415 mm 55.71 in.
Wheelbase
2595 mm 102.17 in.
Front Track
1519 mm 59.8 in.
Rear Track
1506 mm 59.29 in.
Fuel Consumption
The car specs indicate a fuel-efficient diesel engine with competitive urban and extra-urban fuel consumption figures. The fuel consumption range is from 7.8 l/100 km in the city to 4.7 l/100 km on the highway.
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Consumption Urban
7.8 l/100 km 30.16 US mpg 36.22 UK mpg 12.82 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
4.7 l/100 km 50.05 US mpg 60.1 UK mpg 21.28 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Alfa Romeo 156 is a front-wheel drive vehicle powered by a 1.9-liter, 4-cylinder, inline diesel engine, producing 115 horsepower and 275 Nm of torque. The engine features a turbocharger and intercooler, and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The vehicle has a double wishbone front suspension and a rear suspension with several levers and rods.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
115 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
60.2 Hp/l
Torque
275 Nm @ 2000 rpm. 202.83 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
937 A2.000
Engine Displacement
1910 cm3 116.56 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
82 mm 3.23 in.
Piston Stroke
90.4 mm 3.56 in.
Compression Ratio
18.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Diesel Commonrail
Engine Aspiration
Turbocharger, Intercooler
Engine Oil Capacity
4.4 l 4.65 US qt | 3.87 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-40 / FIAT 9.55535-M2
Coolant
6.1 l 6.45 US qt | 5.37 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Several levers and rods
Brakes
The car features a combination of reliable braking systems, a responsive steering system, and comfortable tires. The ventilated front discs and disc rear brakes ensure efficient stopping power, while the hydraulic steering offers precise control. The 185/65 R15 tires provide adequate grip and stability.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
185/65 R15
Weight & Capacity
The Alfa Romeo 156 is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio, making it a joy to drive. The trunk space is decent, and the fuel tank capacity is average. However, the max load capacity is somewhat limited.