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Alfa Romeo 156 2.4 TD

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 156 2.4 TD
Year1997
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2387 ccm (145.65 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving8.9 litres/100 km (26.43 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving6.7 litres/100 km (35.11 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving5.4 litres/100 km (43.56 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2387 ccm (145.65 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 5 cylinder
Max power135.90 PS (100 kW or 134 HP) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Max torque304.00 Nm (31.0 kgf-m or 224.2 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression18.5:1
Bore x stroke82.1 x 90.4 mm (3.2 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1007 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 (456.7 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 284 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 251 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1350 kg (2,976.2 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)
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