The Alfa Romeo 156 has a modest acceleration of 11 seconds from 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) and a top speed of 200 km/h (124.27 mph), making it a decent choice for city driving with a rating of 3 out of 5.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
11 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
11 sec
Max Speed
200 km/h 124.27 mph
Body & Dimensions
The 156 station wagon offers a spacious and practical interior, with seating for five and a generous amount of cargo space. Its overall dimensions are relatively compact, making it easy to navigate through tight spaces.
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Body Type
Station wagon (estate)
Seats
5
Doors
5
Length
4430 mm 174.41 in.
Width
1745 mm 68.7 in.
Height
1420 mm 55.91 in.
Wheelbase
2595 mm 102.17 in.
Front Track
1511 mm 59.49 in.
Rear Track
1498 mm 58.98 in.
Front Overhang
950 mm 37.4 in.
Rear Overhang
885 mm 34.84 in.
Min Turning Circle
11.1 m 36.42 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The Alfa Romeo 156 is a fuel-efficient car with a petrol engine, meeting the Euro 3 emission standard. It has a decent fuel consumption rate in urban and extra-urban areas, with a combined fuel consumption of 8.3 l/100 km. However, its CO2 emissions are relatively high at 198 g/km.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Emission Standard
Euro 3
Fuel Consumption Urban
11.5 l/100 km 20.45 US mpg 24.56 UK mpg 8.7 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
6.5 l/100 km 36.19 US mpg 43.46 UK mpg 15.38 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.3 l/100 km 28.34 US mpg 34.03 UK mpg 12.05 km/l
Co2 Emissions
198 g/km
Engine & Transmission
The Alfa Romeo 156 is a compact executive car that boasts a 1.6L inline-4 engine, producing 120 Hp and 146 Nm of torque. It features a front-wheel drive layout and a 5-speed manual transmission. The engine has a displacement of 1598 cm3 and a compression ratio of 10.3. The car's suspension system consists of a double wishbone front suspension and a McPherson rear suspension.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
120 Hp @ 6200 rpm.
Power Per Litre
75.1 Hp/l
Torque
146 Nm @ 4200 rpm. 107.68 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
AR 32104, AR 67601
Engine Displacement
1598 cm3 97.52 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
82 mm 3.23 in.
Piston Stroke
75.65 mm 2.98 in.
Compression Ratio
10.3
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4.4 l 4.65 US qt | 3.87 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
10W-40 / API SL 10W-40 / ACEA A3 5W-30 / FIAT 9.55535-M1 (<-20 °C)
Coolant
6.9 l 7.29 US qt | 6.07 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, Transverse stabilizer
Rear Suspension
McPherson, Transverse stabilizer
Brakes
The car in question is a 156 model, featuring ventilated disc brakes in the front (281 mm) and solid disc brakes in the rear (251 mm). The car is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) for enhanced safety. The steering system is of the rack and pinion type, with hydraulic power steering for easy maneuverability. The tire size is 185/65 R15, paired with 6J x 15 wheel rims.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs, 281 mm
Rear Brakes
Disc, 251 mm
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
185/65 R15
Wheel Rims Size
6J x 15
Weight & Capacity
The Alfa Romeo 156 is a compact executive car with a weight-to-power ratio of 11 kg/Hp, indicating a good balance between power and weight. The car has a spacious trunk with a minimum capacity of 360 liters and a maximum capacity of 1180 liters. The fuel tank capacity is 63 liters, and the car can tow a trailer with a maximum weight of 1300 kg. Overall, the car's specs suggest a well-balanced and practical vehicle.
The cargo area can hold up to 540 liters (18.7 cubic feet).
The minimum turning circle is 11.1 meters (36.42 ft).
The Alfa Romeo 156 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11 seconds.
The Alfa Romeo 156 accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in 11 seconds.
The Alfa Romeo 156 has a top speed of 200 km/h (124.27 mph).
Petrol (Gasoline)
8.3 l/100 km
198 g/km
The engine power of the Alfa Romeo 156 is 120 Hp @ 6200 rpm.
The transmission type of the Alfa Romeo 156 is a 5-speed manual transmission.
The drive type of the Alfa Romeo 156 is front-wheel drive.
The front brakes are ventilated discs, with a diameter of 281 mm.
The car has a rack and pinion steering system, with hydraulic power steering.
The tires are of size 185/65 R15, and are mounted on 6J x 15 wheel rims.
The Alfa Romeo 156 is available with a range of engines, including 1.6L, 1.8L, and 2.0L petrol engines, as well as 1.9L and 2.4L diesel engines.
The Alfa Romeo 156 is available with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic transmission.
The Alfa Romeo 156 has a mixed reliability record, with some owners reporting issues with the engine, transmission, and electrical systems. However, with proper maintenance, many owners have reported long and trouble-free ownership.
The weight-to-power ratio is 11 kg/Hp, indicating a good balance between power and weight.
The minimum trunk space is 360 liters, and the maximum trunk space is 1180 liters.
