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Alfa Romeo 156 1.8 T.Spark

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 156 1.8 T.Spark
Year2003
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1746 ccm (106.54 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving12.1 litres/100 km (19.44 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving8.5 litres/100 km (27.67 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving6.4 litres/100 km (36.75 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1746 ccm (106.54 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)
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed208.0 km/h (129.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1106 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS). Antiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1265 kg (2,788.8 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
Service interval20,000 km
CO2 emissions202.0 g/km
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