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Alfa Romeo 159 2.2 JTS

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 159 2.2 JTS
Year2005
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating67.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2197 ccm (134.06 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving13.0 litres/100 km (18.09 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving9.4 litres/100 km (25.02 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving7.3 litres/100 km (32.22 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2197 ccm (134.06 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power184.50 PS (136 kW or 182 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque230.00 Nm (23.5 kgf-m or 169.6 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.3:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 94.6 mm (3.4 x 3.7 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed222.0 km/h (137.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1238 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4910 litres (1,297 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1490 kg (3,284.9 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 emissions221.0 g/km
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