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Alfa Romeo 156 2.5 V6

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 156 2.5 V6
Year2005
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating63.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2490 ccm (151.94 cubic inches)
Fuel mixed driving11.8 litres/100 km (19.93 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2490 ccm (151.94 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power188.00 PS (138 kW or 185 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque221.00 Nm (22.5 kgf-m or 163.0 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke88.0 x 68.3 mm (3.5 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed225.0 km/h (139.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1262 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)
Cargo space378 litres (100 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1490 kg (3,284.9 pounds)
Overall length4730 mm (186.2 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2600 mm (102.4 inches)
Fuel capacity72.0 litres (19.02 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
Service interval20,000 km
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