Alfa Romeo Giulietta Pre Model 2.0 JTDm-2 Veloce 170 bhp TCT 5dr Car Review - February 2012

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List Price: £24,800
Tax Band: C
Insurance Group: 25
MPG: 62.8
CO2: 119
0-62 Mph: 7.9 secs
BHP: 170 BHP
Range: 829 miles
CarSite Verdict:  3.5/5
If you are looking for a stylish, high end family car that delivers performance and safety then the Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0 JTDm-2 Veloce 170 bhp TCT 5dr could be the car for you. Efficient, reliable and environmentally friendly, the car is useful for all kinds of travel, be it work or leisure.

PROS:  With a beautiful design and internal features, this model delivers customers high performance, luxury, and safety.

CONS:  The car is expensive for its size and for the standard features provided in the cheaper Lusso versions. It has few handling issues like rigid turnings in different driving modes, and provides below average rear seat space.

Behind the Wheel

At 62.8 mpg, the car offers excellent fuel economy for families hoping to own a reliable car for a long period. With an acceleration of 0-62 mph in 7.9 seconds with a top speed of 135 mph, the Giulietta 2.0 JTDm-2 Veloce can be enjoyed as a sports car as well with an agile feel, body control and easy steering. The car’s 1956 cc engine delivers strong performance at 170 bhp at 4000 rpm with torque figures at 258 lb-ft at 1750 rpm.

The car has agile steering at all speeds which differ slightly in different driving modes of the Alfa Romeo models. In the Normal mode the steering wheel offers little sensation but turning becomes slightly rigid. But it’s the right mode when around town as the throttle becomes very sensitive in Dynamic mode making it difficult to handle the car smoothly.

Looks & Equipment

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0 JTDm-2 Veloce has a stylish exterior look with elegant and comfortable interiors. The car’s features include air-conditioning, climate control, front and rear electric windows, rear parking sensors, fog lights, electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors, cruise control and an engine stop-start system. The car is an upgrade from the standard Turismo cars and additionally has sports suspension, alloy wheels, steering wheel-mounted stereo controls, MP3 connectivity and Bluetooth.

Practicality, Safety & Reliability

The car has comfortable space in the front, but lacks comfortable room in the rear. It has ample space in the boot for travel luggage.

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0 JTDm-2 Veloce is a very safe car. It has a 5 out of 5 Euro NCAP rating. It has standard safety features including stability control, front, side and curtain airbags, active anti-whiplash front head restraints and an alarm. It has excellent green credentials with a EURO 5 emissions rating with 119 g/km, which is one of the lowest in the Giuilietta range.

The car comes with a 3 year warranty and unlimited miles. Alfa also offers excellent customer services so that families can enjoy the high standard performance of the Guilietta for a long time. Even with minor drawbacks behind the wheel, it offers excellent performance and safety, which are key features of a medium family car.

Value for Money

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0 JTDm-2 Veloce is priced at £24,800. It is a reasonable price for a luxury family car with hi tech transport, entertainment and high quality internal seating. The car is a worthy investment for a family car. Additionally, the popularity of the Guilietta range and the Alfa brand will maintain strong resale values.

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