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Alfa Romeo 159 1.9 JTS Progression

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 159 1.9 JTS Progression
Year2005
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1859 ccm (113.44 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving12.2 litres/100 km (19.28 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving8.7 litres/100 km (27.04 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving6.6 litres/100 km (35.64 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1859 ccm (113.44 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power160.20 PS (118 kW or 158 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque190.00 Nm (19.4 kgf-m or 140.1 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.3:1
Bore x stroke86.1 x 80.0 mm (3.4 x 3.1 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1082 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)
Cargo space360 litres (95 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks, 305 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 278 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1480 kg (3,262.8 pounds)
Overall length4670 mm (183.9 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2600 mm (102.4 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
Service interval20,000 km
CO2 emissions205.0 g/km
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