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Alfa Romeo 156

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 156
Year2002
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.2 litres/100 km (28.69 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power121.70 PS (90 kW or 120 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque147 Nm (15.0 kgf-m or 108.4 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke82.0 x 75.6 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0989 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)
Cargo space378 litres (100 gallons)
Optional cargo space1042 litres (275 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1230 kg (2,711.7 pounds)
Max weight with load1785 kg (3,935.3 pounds)
Towing weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
CO2 emissions157.0 g/km
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