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Alfa Romeo 156 SW 1.8 16V Twin Spark Progression

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 156 SW 1.8 16V Twin Spark Progression
Year2009
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating63.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1747 ccm (106.60 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving8.6 litres/100 km (27.35 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. Front air bags. Side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1747 ccm (106.60 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power140.00 PS (103 kW or 138 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque163.00 Nm (16.6 kgf-m or 120.2 ft.lbs) at 3900 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke82.0 x 82.7 mm (3.2 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed208.0 km/h (129.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1007 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCombi
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)
Cargo space360 litres (95 gallons)
Optional cargo space1180 litres (312 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1392 kg (3,068.8 pounds)
Max weight with load1836 kg (4,047.7 pounds)
Towing weight1302 kg (2,870.4 pounds)
Overall length4450 mm (175.2 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheelbase2600 mm (102.4 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
Aprox price as new EUR24380
Service interval20,000 km
CO2 emissions194.0 g/km
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