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Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 Progression

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 Progression
Year2005
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating62.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2959 ccm (180.56 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving13.0 litres/100 km (18.09 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2959 ccm (180.56 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power220.00 PS (162 kW or 217 HP) at 6300 Rev. per min.
Max torque265.00 Nm (27.0 kgf-m or 195.5 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke93.0 x 72.6 mm (3.7 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed236.0 km/h (146.6 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1388 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)
Cargo space490 litres (129 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1585 kg (3,494.3 pounds)
Max weight with load2020 kg (4,453.3 pounds)
Towing weight1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Overall length4730 mm (186.2 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity72.0 litres (19.02 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
Service interval20,000 km
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