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Alfa Romeo 156 2.0 T.Spark

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 156 2.0 T.Spark
Year1997
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1969 ccm (120.15 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving11.7 litres/100 km (20.10 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving8.5 litres/100 km (27.67 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving6.6 litres/100 km (35.64 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1969 ccm (120.15 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power154.10 PS (113 kW or 152 HP) at 6400 Rev. per min.
Max torque187.00 Nm (19.1 kgf-m or 137.9 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke83.0 x 91.0 mm (3.3 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed208.0 km/h (129.2 mph)
0-60 miles8.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1233 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1250 kg (2,755.8 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2600 mm (102.4 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
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