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Alfa Romeo 156 Sportwagon

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 156 Sportwagon
Year2002
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating60 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 driving5.9 litres/100 km (39.87 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power115.7 PS (85 kW or 114 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque146.00 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 107.7 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
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

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0866 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)
Cargo space490 litres (129 gallons)
Optional cargo space1042 litres (275 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (437.0 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks, 251 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1340 kg (2,954.2 pounds)
Max weight with load1770 kg (3,902.2 pounds)
Towing weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2550 mm (100.4 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions157.0 g/km
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