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Alfa Romeo 159 1.9 JTS

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 159 1.9 JTS
Year2006
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1908 ccm (116.43 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.7 litres/100 km (27.01 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1908 ccm (116.43 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power160.00 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 stroke86.0 x 80.0 mm (3.4 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemDirect injection (DI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed212.0 km/h (131.7 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1029 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4910 litres (1,297 gallons)
Cargo space405 litres (107 gallons)
Optional cargo space405 litres (107 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsABS Antiblocking system (ABS).
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1555 kg (3,428.2 pounds)
Max weight with load2000 kg (4,409.2 pounds)
Towing weight1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Overall length4670 mm (183.9 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity701.0 litres (185.20 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR26730
CO2 emissions175.0 g/km
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