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Alfa Romeo 156 Sportwagon 1.8 Twin Spark

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 156 Sportwagon 1.8 Twin Spark
Year2002
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating61 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1747 ccm (106.60 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1747 ccm (106.60 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power139.90 PS (103 kW or 138 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque163.00 Nm (16.6 kgf-m or 120.2 ft.lbs) at 3900 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke82.0 x 82.7 mm (3.2 x 3.3 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed208.0 km/h (129.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1064 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (437.0 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1315 kg (2,899.1 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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