How reliable is Alfa Romeo 159?
The 159 is way ahead of previous Alfas in terms of reliability and build quality, although it’s still behind key rivals. Time after time our Driver Power surveys have highlighted the fact that the brand trails its German rivals on quality. But lower prices go some way towards making up for that.
Is Alfa 159 a future classic?
The 159 built on a different platform to the 156 and full of late 2000’s design cues it was a stunning car of its time, with a beautiful interior including nostalgic design elements. With only 8000 left on the road the numbers are slowly decreasing, for its looks alone this will be a future classic.
Are Alfa Romeo is reliable?
Survey awarded Alfa Romeo with a fifth place overall reliability score in a field of 32 manufacturers. Alfa Romeo outperformed brands like Honda and Subaru along with luxury rivals Audi, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW.
What are the most common problems with a used Alfa Romeo 159 saloon?
Reliability is patchy, with a wide range of issues reported. The engine’s ECU can give up the ghost, particularly on the diesel cars, resulting in a total loss of power and stranded owner. Other electric-gremlins include non-functional cruise control and windscreen wipers.
What cars will be collectible in the future?
1973 Ferrari 246 Dino GTS.
Which is more reliable Alfa Romeo or BMW?
Being part of the mid to luxury end of the German brand, repairing and maintaining the engine can be expensive. Therefore, if you are looking for the most reliable car as a whole, the winner might have to go to the Alfa Romeo Giulia due to its more reliable engine.
Who designed the Alfa Romeo Brera?
Giorgetto Giugiaro
The Brera was originally unveiled as a concept car at the 2002 Geneva Motor Show, designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro of Italdesign Giugiaro. The concept was powered by a Maserati V8 engine rated at around 400 PS (294 kW; 395 hp).
What cars will be classics in 10 years?
10 Modern Cars That Will Almost Definitely Be Future Classics
- of 10. Chevrolet Camaro Z/28. The Camaro Z/28 is a Camaro in name alone.
- of 10. BMW 1 Series M.
- of 10. Honda S2000.
- of 10. Aston Martin V12 Vantage (With a Manual Transmission)
- of 10. Porsche Cayman GT4/Boxster Spyder.
- of 10. Lexus LFA.
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How much does an oil change cost for an Alfa Romeo Stelvio?
The price for a full oil change for an Alfa Romeo is around $500. This premium price is due to the high quality oil recommended by Alfa Romeo dealers and repair shops. What is the Best way to replace oil and the oil filter for the Stelvio 2?
Is the Alfa Romeo 159 a good car?
The Alfa Romeo 159 is a great car, but the 1.9 JTDM has an awful record for reliability. I would recommend getting a comprehensive breakdown policy if you decide to take the plunge.
What’s wrong with my 159 1750tbi?
My 159 1750tbi is running very well 5 months old with two and half thousand miles on the clock I had the engine check light come up about 3 weeks ago it turned out to be a faulty Co2 sensor on the exhaust manifold and it was replaced under warranty by the main dealer. It is returning about 34mpg at the moment.
How fast is the Alfa 159 JTDM?
The new 2.0 JTDM powered Alfa 159 covers the 0 – 62 mph sprint in just 8.8 seconds – less than one second off the pace of the more powerful 2.4 JTDM engine, on its way to a top speed of 136 mph. CO2 emissions have been reduced to just 142 g/km.
Why do 159 owners swear by their cars?
Some 159 owners swear by their cars – others swear at them. Reliability is patchy, with a wide range of issues reported. The engine’s ECU can give up the ghost, particularly on the diesel cars, resulting in a total loss of power and stranded owner. Other electric-gremlins include non-functional cruise control and windscreen wipers.