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Alfa Romeo 156

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 156
Year2003
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.6 litres/100 km (27.35 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power119.60 PS (88 kW or 118 HP) at 6500 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 75.7 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

Power/weight ratio0.0957 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

SteeringPower assisted steering.
Turn circle13 m (492.1 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1250 kg (2,755.8 pounds)
Max weight with load1830 kg (4,034.5 pounds)
Towing weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4450 mm (175.2 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
Service interval20,000 km
CO2 emissions194.0 g/km
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