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Alfa Romeo 156 2.0 Twin Spark Sportwagon Veloce

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 156 2.0 Twin Spark Sportwagon Veloce
Year2007
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating65.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1970 ccm (120.21 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.7 litres/100 km (27.04 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1970 ccm (120.21 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power150.00 PS (110 kW or 148 HP) at 6300 Rev. per min.
Max torque182 Nm (18.6 kgf-m or 134.2 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke83.0 x 91.0 mm (3.3 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed214.0 km/h (133.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1124 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4910 litres (1,297 gallons)
Cargo space360 litres (95 gallons)
Optional cargo space1180 litres (312 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1335 kg (2,943.2 pounds)
Max weight with load1770 kg (3,902.2 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)
Wheelbase2600 mm (102.4 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions194.0 g/km
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