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Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 Sportronic

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 Sportronic
Year1998
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2959 ccm (180.56 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2959 ccm (180.56 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power229.10 PS (169 kW or 226 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque276 Nm (28.1 kgf-m or 203.6 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke93.0 x 72.6 mm (3.7 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed237.0 km/h (147.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1478 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 308 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 276 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1550 kg (3,417.2 pounds)
Overall length4730 mm (186.2 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2600 mm (102.4 inches)
Fuel capacity72.0 litres (19.02 gallons)
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