In 2009 Geneva Motor Show, Alfa Romeo announced several important developments to announce the relaunch of the brand on the world stage. Protagonist of the event was the new Alfa Romeo 159 (saloon and Sportwagon versions). The new 159 is designed to express a sporting point of view but seductive personality and has on-road performance and set new standards for this class of car. Two new engines, in particular, (200 HP, 1750 cc turbocharged petrol engine with 170 hp and a 2.0 JTDM diesel) placing the Alfa Romeo 159 firmly in the market segment D in the power range that is more half of sales of Alfa Romeo.
Under his fascinating and highly personal exterior, all Alfa Romeos offer an excellent choice of engines, all filled with the latest technology and break with the performance. Alfa Romeo engines are the perfect embodiment of sportsmanship that has always set the brand apart from the competition. The Alfa Romeo 159 is certainly no exception. From April 2009 the new 159 will be available with a new engine: 1,750 cc turbocharged petrol engine that meets Euro 5 standards and delivers 200 hp between 4750 and 5500 rpm with 320 Nm of torque at just 1,400 rpm .
1750 cc's new gasoline turbo engine (manufactured by FPT - Fiat Powertrain Technologies) was combined with a gearbox six-speed manual and features advanced power management solutions for direct injection, two continuously variable valve timing units, a turbocharger and a revolutionary sweep control system. The resulting performance is comparable to - or better - that many of the 3-liter engines, while fuel consumption remains the typical delivery of a compact four-cylinder unit.
The force behind the development of any Alfa Romeo engine is the company is committed to using technology to enhance the pleasure of driving. This certainly applies to the development of new standard Euro 5, 1750 Turbo Benzina 200 CV "immediate destination drive of the Alfa Romeo 159 and later for the Alfa Romeo Brera, Spider and 159 Sportwagon.
This engine has the Alfa Romeo 159, with its refined Italian style and elegance typical sports a top speed of 235 km / h and accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in just 7.7 seconds. The 200 hp 1750 Alfa Romeo 159 TBI, therefore, is a true representative of motor Alfa exclusive lifestyle. Far from being a mere "means of transport", the new 159 is a true driver's car. It offers a genuine sports performance and muscle acceleration thanks to the generous response and good low-end torque and extension of the power band of a modern and advanced gasoline engine that minimizes the need for the work of 'the gearbox. The sound engine also is inspiring without being boring.
Under his fascinating and highly personal exterior, all Alfa Romeos offer an excellent choice of engines, all filled with the latest technology and break with the performance. Alfa Romeo engines are the perfect embodiment of sportsmanship that has always set the brand apart from the competition. The Alfa Romeo 159 is certainly no exception. From April 2009 the new 159 will be available with a new engine: 1,750 cc turbocharged petrol engine that meets Euro 5 standards and delivers 200 hp between 4750 and 5500 rpm with 320 Nm of torque at just 1,400 rpm .
1750 cc's new gasoline turbo engine (manufactured by FPT - Fiat Powertrain Technologies) was combined with a gearbox six-speed manual and features advanced power management solutions for direct injection, two continuously variable valve timing units, a turbocharger and a revolutionary sweep control system. The resulting performance is comparable to - or better - that many of the 3-liter engines, while fuel consumption remains the typical delivery of a compact four-cylinder unit.
The force behind the development of any Alfa Romeo engine is the company is committed to using technology to enhance the pleasure of driving. This certainly applies to the development of new standard Euro 5, 1750 Turbo Benzina 200 CV "immediate destination drive of the Alfa Romeo 159 and later for the Alfa Romeo Brera, Spider and 159 Sportwagon.
This engine has the Alfa Romeo 159, with its refined Italian style and elegance typical sports a top speed of 235 km / h and accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in just 7.7 seconds. The 200 hp 1750 Alfa Romeo 159 TBI, therefore, is a true representative of motor Alfa exclusive lifestyle. Far from being a mere "means of transport", the new 159 is a true driver's car. It offers a genuine sports performance and muscle acceleration thanks to the generous response and good low-end torque and extension of the power band of a modern and advanced gasoline engine that minimizes the need for the work of 'the gearbox. The sound engine also is inspiring without being boring.