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Alfa Romeo 156 2.0 Twin Spark Selespeed

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 156 2.0 Twin Spark Selespeed
Year2006
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.3 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
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1970 ccm (120.21 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power150.7 PS (111 kW or 149 HP) at 6300 Rev. per min.
Max torque181.00 Nm (18.5 kgf-m or 133.5 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
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
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 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 ratio0.0953 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4910 litres (1,297 gallons)
Cargo space378 litres (100 gallons)
Optional cargo space1180 litres (312 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsABS
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1585 kg (3,494.3 pounds)
Towing weight1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 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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