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Alfa Romeo 156 3.2

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 156 3.2
Year2002
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3177 ccm (193.86 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving12.3 litres/100 km (19.12 miles per gallon)
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Displacement3177 ccm (193.86 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power250.00 PS (184 kW or 247 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque305.00 Nm (31.1 kgf-m or 225.0 ft.lbs) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke93.0 x 78.0 mm (3.7 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1748 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCombi
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)
Cargo space360 litres (95 gallons)
Optional cargo space1180 litres (312 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1430 kg (3,152.6 pounds)
Max weight with load1785 kg (3,935.3 pounds)
Towing weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4450 mm (175.2 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2610 mm (102.8 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions175.0 g/km
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