Alfa Romeo Giulietta Pre Model 1.4 TB MultiAir Veloce 5dr Car Review - February 2012

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List Price: £21,815
Tax Band: E
Insurance Group: 23
MPG: 48.7
CO2: 134
0-62 Mph: 7.8 secs
BHP: 170 BHP
Range: 643 miles
CarSite Verdict:  3/5
If you are looking for a sporty, competitively priced family car that delivers performance and safety then the Alfa Romeo Guilietta 1.4 TB MultiAir Veloce 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:  This sporty model from the Alfa Romeo Guilietta line for medium sized families delivers customers high performance and advanced safety at competitive prices.

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 and a sensitive throttle in different driving modes, and provides below average rear seat space.

Behind the Wheel

At 48.7 mpg, the car offers decent fuel economy for families hoping to own a car for a lengthy period. With an acceleration of 0-62 mph in 7.8 seconds with a top speed of 135 mph, the Guilietta 1.4 TB MultiAir Veloce can double as a sports car as well with a nimble feel, good body control and quick steering. The car’s 1368 cc engine delivers strong performance at 170 bhp at 5500 rpm with torque figures at 154 lb-ft at 2500 rpm.

The car has an agile feel, good body control and 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 Guilietta 1.4 TB MultiAir Veloce 5dr has a sporty exterior look, with stylish and comfortable leather seats. The car’s features include air-conditioning, climate control, front and rear electric windows, rear parking sensors, cruise control and an engine stop-start system. The car is an upgrade from the entry level Turismo cars and additionally has sports suspension, alloy wheels, steering wheel-mounted stereo controls, MP3 connectivity and Bluetooth.

Practicality, Safety & Reliability

The car has plenty of space in the front, but has below average room in the rear. It has useful storage space between the two front seats and the boot has ample space for long journeys.

The car 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. The car has excellent green credentials with a EURO 5 emissions rating with 134g/km.

The Guilietta 1.4 TB MultiAir Veloce 5dr comes with a 3 year warranty and unlimited miles. Additionally, Alfa 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, key features of a medium family car.

Value for Money

The Guilietta 1.4 TB MultiAir Veloce 5dr is priced at £21,805. It is a reasonable price for a medium family car with hi tech transport and entertainment features. At insurance category 16 model and Road tax band E, the car incurs additional costs to the price. Nonetheless, the overall package is reasonably priced in the Guilietta line and is a worthy investment for a family car. Additionally, the popularity of the Guilietta line and the Alfa brand will maintain strong resale values.

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