After its world premiere of the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, the new Alfa Romeo debuted in May 2010 and gradually sold in all major markets, which is relaunching the brand in one of the most important segments in Europe.
The centennial year Alfa Romeo Giulietta was appointed a tribute to a car and an Alfa Romeo legend. In the fifties, took Alfa Romeo Giulietta the imagination of car enthusiasts around the world, making the dream of owning an Alfa Romeo and enjoy the high level of expertise and comfort techniques available for the first time.
The centennial year Alfa Romeo Giulietta was appointed a tribute to a car and an Alfa Romeo legend. In the fifties, took Alfa Romeo Giulietta the imagination of car enthusiasts around the world, making the dream of owning an Alfa Romeo and enjoy the high level of expertise and comfort techniques available for the first time.
Now, the Centro Stile Alfa Romeo has produced a new Alfa Romeo Giulietta, a five-door hatchback with an Alfa Romeo seemingly obvious and capable of expressing both great agility on the road, offering the most demanding comfort of travel. This is the new compact platform that, through sophisticated technical solutions used for the suspension, the team double-active materials, use and application of sophisticated manufacturing technologies, allows the Alfa Romeo Giulietta achieve exceptionally high levels in terms of comfort on board and their dynamic and safety features (active and passive).
Alfa Romeo Giulietta introduces an entirely new platform - called Compact - designed to meet the most demanding customers in terms of grip, agility and safety. This provides both outstanding performance and comfort with dynamic solutions to sophisticated techniques used for the suspension, a new generation of operating system, a lightweight and rigid made of materials such as aluminum and high strength steel, and production techniques of avant-garde.
This new system allows the Alfa Romeo Giulietta meet the needs of all customers in this category, which combines the comfort of a train, functional interiors and generous boot capacity, where the dynamic properties, which include all the Alfa Romeo. In addition to driving pleasure and comfort can be customized to meet the needs of each client, thanks to the Alfa DNA switch, a device that measures the behavior of the vehicle under different road conditions and driving styles. A new forum for the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is designed to combine the in-car systems and exploit them fully, which emphasizes the establishment of the three functions (Dynamic, Normal and All Weather), through the Alfa DNA switch.
This device is standard across the range of the new model is designed to change the operating parameters of the engine, gearbox, steering and electronic differential Q2 behavior, in addition to the logic of the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC).
Alfa Romeo Giulietta introduces an entirely new platform - called Compact - designed to meet the most demanding customers in terms of grip, agility and safety. This provides both outstanding performance and comfort with dynamic solutions to sophisticated techniques used for the suspension, a new generation of operating system, a lightweight and rigid made of materials such as aluminum and high strength steel, and production techniques of avant-garde.
This new system allows the Alfa Romeo Giulietta meet the needs of all customers in this category, which combines the comfort of a train, functional interiors and generous boot capacity, where the dynamic properties, which include all the Alfa Romeo. In addition to driving pleasure and comfort can be customized to meet the needs of each client, thanks to the Alfa DNA switch, a device that measures the behavior of the vehicle under different road conditions and driving styles. A new forum for the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is designed to combine the in-car systems and exploit them fully, which emphasizes the establishment of the three functions (Dynamic, Normal and All Weather), through the Alfa DNA switch.
This device is standard across the range of the new model is designed to change the operating parameters of the engine, gearbox, steering and electronic differential Q2 behavior, in addition to the logic of the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC).
The perfect blend of sportiness and style, the Alfa Romeo brand renovated to standards and emotional values.
On the face of a new interpretation of a classic dish embedded in the front bumper and the break between the air intakes. This is the starting point for designing the entire car, which combines a strong personality clearly an elegant form. The headlights are LED daytime running lights and the light of day as a measure of active safety.
Even the profile of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is full of personality, giving the impression of a car quick and robust. This is mainly due to the side windows that recall the look of a coupe, highlighting the dynamism and fluidity of form, by hiding behind the door handles. The ribs on both sides of the vehicle appear to lengthen the car, while the clean lines that end in the back accentuate the angular shape of the body.
Behind, as front and side, has a different style, which emphasizes the feeling of muscular, firmly grabbed the car on the road. Moreover, as the headlights, tail lights also an innovative use of LED technology, not only for style, but also for preventive safety.
Finally, measuring the amount of compact and dynamic shape of the new car for a very comfortable and spacious boot (350 liters): it is 4.35 meters long, 1.46 meters high and 1.80 meters wide , with a wheelbase of 2.63 meters.
Advanced features for maximum well-being on board
The attention to detail and quality materials used in the interiors are now, as always, the most developed expression of Italian style. Specifically, the key concept in the interior of the new model is a lightweight. The lines are clean and the panel expands horizontally. The seats are comfortable and its shape is designed to provide maximum comfort during long trips.
Thanks to an advanced ergonomic design, each switch is in an ideal position: the most important are grouped in the center of the dashboard, and have the same model as the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
The pop-up navigation system allows the driver to see a safe route, or the mechanical function of the parameters established by the Alfa DNA system without the need to take their eyes off the road.
There are practical open storage compartments located in different areas of the cab in front of the gearbox in the center console and door linings. There are storage compartments closed - depending on the version - at the top of the dashboard instrument panel facing the front passenger (cooled with dual zone climate control) and front and rear armrests.
Innovative engines for an exciting, eco-driving
Alfa Romeo Giulietta guarantees the highest performance and technology with a range of engines that are state-of-the-art technologies, levels of performance and environmental friendliness. Since its commercial launch, the four engines Turbo is available, all in accordance with Euro 5 and with Start & Stop system to reduce consumption and emissions are fitted as standard: two petrol versions (120 hp and 170 hp 1.4TB 1.4TB Multiair ) and two diesel engines (105 hp and 170 hp 1.6 JTDM 2.0 JTDM, both second generation Multijet engines). The range is complemented by high-performance 235 1750 TBi HP direct injection and control scan in combination with exclusive interior Quadrifoglio Verde.
This latest version has a-235-horsepower engine is perfectly TBI 1750 as Alfa Romeo, offers the best in this segment. Not only the means of transport, but a vehicle that really connects with the customer. There is a strong acceleration thanks to higher torque at low revs, smooth response minimizes the use of the gearbox is the characteristic species of modern gasoline engines, and the note of the engine, taking advantage of ever becoming intrusive. Detail, 1750 diesel Turbo offers advanced technological solutions, such as direct injection, variable valve timing continues, turbocharger and a revolutionary control system of cleaning, get rid of any turbo lag. The resulting performance is comparable to - or better - that for many 3-liter continue to produce the fuel consumption of a typical four-cylinder compact.
It should be noted that the specific power of 134 hp / liter is the highest in the world for a 4-cylinder unit installed in this vehicle class, and is the highest ever by an engine of Alfa Romeo production. The specific torque for a total of 194 Nm / liter, the highest of all petrol engines in this category, while the maximum torque of 340 Nm, is only 1900 rpm, is excellent.
Our engines available to meet the needs of all customers. First, the 1.4 TB 120 bhp engine is ideal for those looking for a car that can handle city traffic with ease, while the lowest operating costs possible. Turbo engine ensures a fast response even at low rpm (peak torque is reached only 1750 cycles), when the Start & Stop, in the city, reduces fuel consumption and harmful emissions significantly without sacrificing the comfort and safety of ships .
The 170 bhp engine is a 1.4 TB Multiair amalgam technology, which combines high performance with low emissions and fuel consumption in its class for gasoline engines that power. It is a bright and flexible engine, with maximum torque of 250 Nm generous (when set to dynamic), equipped with Start & Stop system and levels of fuel consumption and emissions as-a diesel engine over a single core this power (4.6 l/100 km in the extra urban cycle and 134 g / km CO2). The combination of this engine with the new platform is the Alfa Romeo Giulietta at the top of its segment, both for its dynamic qualities, as well as comfort and practicality in everyday use.
On the face of a new interpretation of a classic dish embedded in the front bumper and the break between the air intakes. This is the starting point for designing the entire car, which combines a strong personality clearly an elegant form. The headlights are LED daytime running lights and the light of day as a measure of active safety.
Even the profile of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is full of personality, giving the impression of a car quick and robust. This is mainly due to the side windows that recall the look of a coupe, highlighting the dynamism and fluidity of form, by hiding behind the door handles. The ribs on both sides of the vehicle appear to lengthen the car, while the clean lines that end in the back accentuate the angular shape of the body.
Behind, as front and side, has a different style, which emphasizes the feeling of muscular, firmly grabbed the car on the road. Moreover, as the headlights, tail lights also an innovative use of LED technology, not only for style, but also for preventive safety.
Finally, measuring the amount of compact and dynamic shape of the new car for a very comfortable and spacious boot (350 liters): it is 4.35 meters long, 1.46 meters high and 1.80 meters wide , with a wheelbase of 2.63 meters.
Advanced features for maximum well-being on board
The attention to detail and quality materials used in the interiors are now, as always, the most developed expression of Italian style. Specifically, the key concept in the interior of the new model is a lightweight. The lines are clean and the panel expands horizontally. The seats are comfortable and its shape is designed to provide maximum comfort during long trips.
Thanks to an advanced ergonomic design, each switch is in an ideal position: the most important are grouped in the center of the dashboard, and have the same model as the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
The pop-up navigation system allows the driver to see a safe route, or the mechanical function of the parameters established by the Alfa DNA system without the need to take their eyes off the road.
There are practical open storage compartments located in different areas of the cab in front of the gearbox in the center console and door linings. There are storage compartments closed - depending on the version - at the top of the dashboard instrument panel facing the front passenger (cooled with dual zone climate control) and front and rear armrests.
Innovative engines for an exciting, eco-driving
Alfa Romeo Giulietta guarantees the highest performance and technology with a range of engines that are state-of-the-art technologies, levels of performance and environmental friendliness. Since its commercial launch, the four engines Turbo is available, all in accordance with Euro 5 and with Start & Stop system to reduce consumption and emissions are fitted as standard: two petrol versions (120 hp and 170 hp 1.4TB 1.4TB Multiair ) and two diesel engines (105 hp and 170 hp 1.6 JTDM 2.0 JTDM, both second generation Multijet engines). The range is complemented by high-performance 235 1750 TBi HP direct injection and control scan in combination with exclusive interior Quadrifoglio Verde.
This latest version has a-235-horsepower engine is perfectly TBI 1750 as Alfa Romeo, offers the best in this segment. Not only the means of transport, but a vehicle that really connects with the customer. There is a strong acceleration thanks to higher torque at low revs, smooth response minimizes the use of the gearbox is the characteristic species of modern gasoline engines, and the note of the engine, taking advantage of ever becoming intrusive. Detail, 1750 diesel Turbo offers advanced technological solutions, such as direct injection, variable valve timing continues, turbocharger and a revolutionary control system of cleaning, get rid of any turbo lag. The resulting performance is comparable to - or better - that for many 3-liter continue to produce the fuel consumption of a typical four-cylinder compact.
It should be noted that the specific power of 134 hp / liter is the highest in the world for a 4-cylinder unit installed in this vehicle class, and is the highest ever by an engine of Alfa Romeo production. The specific torque for a total of 194 Nm / liter, the highest of all petrol engines in this category, while the maximum torque of 340 Nm, is only 1900 rpm, is excellent.
Our engines available to meet the needs of all customers. First, the 1.4 TB 120 bhp engine is ideal for those looking for a car that can handle city traffic with ease, while the lowest operating costs possible. Turbo engine ensures a fast response even at low rpm (peak torque is reached only 1750 cycles), when the Start & Stop, in the city, reduces fuel consumption and harmful emissions significantly without sacrificing the comfort and safety of ships .
The 170 bhp engine is a 1.4 TB Multiair amalgam technology, which combines high performance with low emissions and fuel consumption in its class for gasoline engines that power. It is a bright and flexible engine, with maximum torque of 250 Nm generous (when set to dynamic), equipped with Start & Stop system and levels of fuel consumption and emissions as-a diesel engine over a single core this power (4.6 l/100 km in the extra urban cycle and 134 g / km CO2). The combination of this engine with the new platform is the Alfa Romeo Giulietta at the top of its segment, both for its dynamic qualities, as well as comfort and practicality in everyday use.
The 105 bhp 1.6 JTDM diesel has a flexible and cost that will surprise customers because of its rapid response (in dynamic mode, max. Torque of 320 Nm at just 1,750 rpm generous), combined with very low fuel consumption (the extra-urban cycle is just 3.7 l/100 km). This is possible by combining the latest technology Multijet second and Start & Stop system. Therefore, an engine is dedicated to all those who seek a car with character and distinctive style, with the agility and handling typical of an Alfa Romeo is still able to combine these with limited operating costs.
For customers using the car mostly on the road or who require maximum performance levels of a diesel engine offers the Alfa Romeo 170 2.0 JTDM CV. Again, it is an amalgam of technology that combines second generation Multijet technology with Start & Stop system. The result is a vehicle with the highest levels of performance in its segment, driving extremely flexible (with the selector of DNA to dynamic mode, the available torque at 1,750 rpm is a generous 350 Nm) between power and lower fuel emissions levels in its class for cars with this power (124 g / km of CO2 and 4.1 l/100 km in the extra-urban cycle). Thanks to the exceptional qualities of the new compact platform, this version is able to mix a great dynamic, and performance of the car with the comfort and convenience of its segment.
All engines are combined with a manual of the state of the art 6-speed, belonging to the family of three shaft that can withstand and transmit torque up high. Then the Multiair and 170 HP 2.0 JTDM engine is also associated with an innovative dual-clutch automatic.
Leader in the conduct of safety, comfort and dynamic
Alfa Romeo Giulietta was designed to achieve the highest Euro NCAP safety rating to provide total protection for driver and passengers. In addition, the new platform designed to ensure maximum interaction of the systems responsible for controlling vehicle dynamics.
All this is controlled by the real "brain" of the vehicle, that is, the Alfa DNA system, which handles all the sophisticated electronic vehicle dynamic VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control), dual front axle pinion, electronic differential Q2, and the response curve torque of the motor system, brake pre-fill functionality. All these systems provide a true Alfa Romeo performance driving safety, traction and vehicle.
The new compact platform, thanks to advanced technical solutions are applied to the suspension and the materials used, such as high-strength steel, aluminum, magnesium and Xenoy can meet the needs of most demanding customers in the form of comfort on board and silent, placing Giulietta top of its class also with regard to the daily practice of the vehicle.
Large selection
Designed to meet the diverse needs of drivers car segment C in the hunt for the conduct of satisfaction and comfort, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is available in two versions (Progression and Distinctive), with two adjustments (Sport Pack and Premium Pack) .
All devices associated with active and passive safety are standard across the range. Version progression comes with the Alfa DNA system (with Q2 electronic differential and DST), VCC (including door-ASR and Hill), 6 airbags, front seat belts with dual pretensioners and front seats with the coup against rabbit standard systems. Standard equipment includes manual air conditioning, 16''wheels front and rear electric windows, trip computer, stereo radio with dual tuner, six speakers and MP3 CD player. The latest version (Distinctive) offers the following services in addition to the standard equipment of the former alloy wheels 16 ", dual automatic climate control, leather steering wheel with radio controls, front armrest with storage compartment, cruise control, fog lights, reconfigurable control panel Competizione cloth seats, front armrest, chrome accents and a style (chrome line) the development of the side windows.
The dashboard in version is also distinguished by distinctive style insertion of magnesium gray painted or, alternatively, Ice White, Red Alfa and brushed aluminum polished.
Customers can further customize their Alfa Romeo Giulietta with two specific packages (Sport and Premium). The first package is designed to highlight the sporting character of the vehicle with specific features to improve the already excellent handling of the car and includes 17''or 18''alufælge, side skirts, sport pedals, sport seats with leather and fabric polished brushed microfiber insert panels in aluminum frames burnished headlights and dark interior (black ceiling lining and pillar).
For customers looking for more technological equipment and full board, Premium Package includes Bi-Xenon AFS function, the Blue & Me, Bluetooth, USB port and an MP3 player, radio control / mobile the steering wheel, rear parking sensors, rain sensors, moisture twilight, power folding mirrors and an electrochromic rearview mirror.
For customers using the car mostly on the road or who require maximum performance levels of a diesel engine offers the Alfa Romeo 170 2.0 JTDM CV. Again, it is an amalgam of technology that combines second generation Multijet technology with Start & Stop system. The result is a vehicle with the highest levels of performance in its segment, driving extremely flexible (with the selector of DNA to dynamic mode, the available torque at 1,750 rpm is a generous 350 Nm) between power and lower fuel emissions levels in its class for cars with this power (124 g / km of CO2 and 4.1 l/100 km in the extra-urban cycle). Thanks to the exceptional qualities of the new compact platform, this version is able to mix a great dynamic, and performance of the car with the comfort and convenience of its segment.
All engines are combined with a manual of the state of the art 6-speed, belonging to the family of three shaft that can withstand and transmit torque up high. Then the Multiair and 170 HP 2.0 JTDM engine is also associated with an innovative dual-clutch automatic.
Leader in the conduct of safety, comfort and dynamic
Alfa Romeo Giulietta was designed to achieve the highest Euro NCAP safety rating to provide total protection for driver and passengers. In addition, the new platform designed to ensure maximum interaction of the systems responsible for controlling vehicle dynamics.
All this is controlled by the real "brain" of the vehicle, that is, the Alfa DNA system, which handles all the sophisticated electronic vehicle dynamic VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control), dual front axle pinion, electronic differential Q2, and the response curve torque of the motor system, brake pre-fill functionality. All these systems provide a true Alfa Romeo performance driving safety, traction and vehicle.
The new compact platform, thanks to advanced technical solutions are applied to the suspension and the materials used, such as high-strength steel, aluminum, magnesium and Xenoy can meet the needs of most demanding customers in the form of comfort on board and silent, placing Giulietta top of its class also with regard to the daily practice of the vehicle.
Large selection
Designed to meet the diverse needs of drivers car segment C in the hunt for the conduct of satisfaction and comfort, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is available in two versions (Progression and Distinctive), with two adjustments (Sport Pack and Premium Pack) .
All devices associated with active and passive safety are standard across the range. Version progression comes with the Alfa DNA system (with Q2 electronic differential and DST), VCC (including door-ASR and Hill), 6 airbags, front seat belts with dual pretensioners and front seats with the coup against rabbit standard systems. Standard equipment includes manual air conditioning, 16''wheels front and rear electric windows, trip computer, stereo radio with dual tuner, six speakers and MP3 CD player. The latest version (Distinctive) offers the following services in addition to the standard equipment of the former alloy wheels 16 ", dual automatic climate control, leather steering wheel with radio controls, front armrest with storage compartment, cruise control, fog lights, reconfigurable control panel Competizione cloth seats, front armrest, chrome accents and a style (chrome line) the development of the side windows.
The dashboard in version is also distinguished by distinctive style insertion of magnesium gray painted or, alternatively, Ice White, Red Alfa and brushed aluminum polished.
Customers can further customize their Alfa Romeo Giulietta with two specific packages (Sport and Premium). The first package is designed to highlight the sporting character of the vehicle with specific features to improve the already excellent handling of the car and includes 17''or 18''alufælge, side skirts, sport pedals, sport seats with leather and fabric polished brushed microfiber insert panels in aluminum frames burnished headlights and dark interior (black ceiling lining and pillar).
For customers looking for more technological equipment and full board, Premium Package includes Bi-Xenon AFS function, the Blue & Me, Bluetooth, USB port and an MP3 player, radio control / mobile the steering wheel, rear parking sensors, rain sensors, moisture twilight, power folding mirrors and an electrochromic rearview mirror.
You can change the Alfa Romeo Giulietta, customers can also choose from the list of options, including a large panoramic sunroof, navigation system maps and pop-ups and a Bose ® Hi-Fi. In addition, the Blue & Me, the TomTom system is also available, which adds navigation functions functions of Blue & Me ® system allows the portable TomTom navigation system that is fully integrated into existing systems of the vehicle, thanks to Bluetooth ®. TomTom portable navigation system is located on the dashboard using a medium designed to ensure maximum security of a collision, and full integration with other vehicle systems, and better ergonomics for everyday use.
There is also a special time for trim specification version with 235 hp Turbo Diesel Engine 1750. It's called the Quadrifoglio Verde (four-leaf clover), a legendary brand that has competed at tracks around the world. Only available in this type of engine, this special version is distinguished by its sporty lowered ride height (15 mm 10 mm front and rear) 17''wheels (optional 18''en) an improved brake calipers painted Alfa interior in red and sports include leather sport seats and microfiber. Everything is designed to ensure the best in driving pleasure and safety segment-leading active and passive. Offers lower fuel consumption of this power, "Quadrifoglio Verde" is reinterpreted for today, combining driving pleasure with environmental awareness in the sporting eco-conscious and respectful of the environment.
A new forum to improve the safety grip and agility, comfort and total
Alfa Romeo Giulietta introduces an entirely new platform - Compact - designed to meet the most demanding customers in terms of handling, passenger comfort and safety. Moreover, satisfaction and ride comfort can be tailored to specific customer needs through the Alfa DNA switch, a device that adjusts the behavior of the car in three different logics (Dynamic, Normal and All Weather).
The new compact platform is part of the strategy of Fiat Group Automobiles' rationalization platform - starting with the platform for mini and small segments for segments B and L0 - and is a real starting point from previous technical solutions because of newly created content, materials and performance is achieved. The early design stages, the goal was to create a platform that would allow Fiat Group Automobiles future C-segment vehicles, starting with the new Alfa Romeo Giulietta, to be ranked best in class in terms of handling, steering feel, performance reports of weight, comfort, NVH (Noise Vibration severity), safety (active and passive) and climatic comfort.
Therefore, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is a completely new car, able to express so easily on the most challenging and comfort for all day trips. Moreover, thanks to a special suspension setting offered by the Sports Pack, a new sporty Alfa Giulietta can be further improved.
Innovative materials and state of the art solutions
First of all, the platform represents a generational leap in terms of materials used. The whole structure is now much stronger and provides better performance without the weight over the previous generation. All this thanks to a more widespread use of high and very high strength materials, which now make up over 90% of the total mass of the system: some of the structural components, designed to provide high strength and ability to absorb the impact with a minimal deformation, is made of hot-extruded steel.
In addition, lightweight materials are used in a number of structural elements bolted to the frame. For example, in front of the bar in the front struts and a third load path is made of extruded aluminum. Rear bumper and a third load path of the energy-absorbing elements are Xenoy (thermoplastic with excellent energy absorption in relation to body weight). The third load path for energy absorption elements to absorb the energy of low speed impact with the barriers and support for the buffering effect with pedestrians. The use of these solutions have been offered a loss of 8.5 kg of weight in front and behind the 4 kg, compared to conventional steel structures, without compromising the security benefits.
Another novelty of the base is its modularity, which makes it ideal for use in a family of vehicles with wheelbases and tracks. This modularity is ensured by several central floor panels and stringers and outside the front and rear structure. This reduces the cost to a minimum and means the system can be applied to other vehicle systems without modification.
There is also a special time for trim specification version with 235 hp Turbo Diesel Engine 1750. It's called the Quadrifoglio Verde (four-leaf clover), a legendary brand that has competed at tracks around the world. Only available in this type of engine, this special version is distinguished by its sporty lowered ride height (15 mm 10 mm front and rear) 17''wheels (optional 18''en) an improved brake calipers painted Alfa interior in red and sports include leather sport seats and microfiber. Everything is designed to ensure the best in driving pleasure and safety segment-leading active and passive. Offers lower fuel consumption of this power, "Quadrifoglio Verde" is reinterpreted for today, combining driving pleasure with environmental awareness in the sporting eco-conscious and respectful of the environment.
A new forum to improve the safety grip and agility, comfort and total
Alfa Romeo Giulietta introduces an entirely new platform - Compact - designed to meet the most demanding customers in terms of handling, passenger comfort and safety. Moreover, satisfaction and ride comfort can be tailored to specific customer needs through the Alfa DNA switch, a device that adjusts the behavior of the car in three different logics (Dynamic, Normal and All Weather).
The new compact platform is part of the strategy of Fiat Group Automobiles' rationalization platform - starting with the platform for mini and small segments for segments B and L0 - and is a real starting point from previous technical solutions because of newly created content, materials and performance is achieved. The early design stages, the goal was to create a platform that would allow Fiat Group Automobiles future C-segment vehicles, starting with the new Alfa Romeo Giulietta, to be ranked best in class in terms of handling, steering feel, performance reports of weight, comfort, NVH (Noise Vibration severity), safety (active and passive) and climatic comfort.
Therefore, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is a completely new car, able to express so easily on the most challenging and comfort for all day trips. Moreover, thanks to a special suspension setting offered by the Sports Pack, a new sporty Alfa Giulietta can be further improved.
Innovative materials and state of the art solutions
First of all, the platform represents a generational leap in terms of materials used. The whole structure is now much stronger and provides better performance without the weight over the previous generation. All this thanks to a more widespread use of high and very high strength materials, which now make up over 90% of the total mass of the system: some of the structural components, designed to provide high strength and ability to absorb the impact with a minimal deformation, is made of hot-extruded steel.
In addition, lightweight materials are used in a number of structural elements bolted to the frame. For example, in front of the bar in the front struts and a third load path is made of extruded aluminum. Rear bumper and a third load path of the energy-absorbing elements are Xenoy (thermoplastic with excellent energy absorption in relation to body weight). The third load path for energy absorption elements to absorb the energy of low speed impact with the barriers and support for the buffering effect with pedestrians. The use of these solutions have been offered a loss of 8.5 kg of weight in front and behind the 4 kg, compared to conventional steel structures, without compromising the security benefits.
Another novelty of the base is its modularity, which makes it ideal for use in a family of vehicles with wheelbases and tracks. This modularity is ensured by several central floor panels and stringers and outside the front and rear structure. This reduces the cost to a minimum and means the system can be applied to other vehicle systems without modification.
Many of the systems and components that make up the "Compact" architecture has been completely reviewed in relation to the previous generation, improving performance and reducing weight (-35% for both, under the rear seats as well as the magnesium cross beam -auto).
Best performance in its class for comfort, handling and safety
Alfa Romeo Giulietta offers great handling and comfort, especially with new suspension system used. MacPherson front suspension has been revised primarily to provide maximum rigidity under lateral loads, which reduces the weight through the use of aluminum (except 4 kg compared to conventional solutions). The rear suspension is a Multi-Link, which provides the best balance between handling and comfort without sacrificing the volume of the trunk. Here, too, placed particular emphasis on reducing weight, and thanks to the aluminum booms, the suspension allows a weight reduction of over 10 kg compared to conventional multi-link.
Also make sure the new system of electric power steering (steering gear part time) an excellent sense of direction and is integrated with the systems of the vehicle active safety. As the name indicates that the solution uses two disks mounted directly on the grill box control. The first gear is directly connected to the steering column and guarantees a direct and precise control, without artificial filters between the steering box and the driver's hands, giving a feeling of true and natural behavior. The second gear again mounted directly on the rack, is connected to the electric motor, located in the engine compartment, thus minimizing the risk of collisions with passengers in an accident.
The climate control system, particularly its operating logic, has been completely revised and improved to ensure the best conditions in the cabin, while significantly reducing the excessive consumption of fuel (30% smaller than a conventional system) . Similarly, with specific technical measures, sounds amazing and the values ??of quality vibration can be achieved.
In terms of passive safety were the Alfa Romeo Giulietta product to reach the maximum Euro NCAP, as evidenced by more than fifteen thousand hours of mathematical modeling, 80 crash tests, 150 tests at a sliding HyGe and more than 100 tests on components and subsystems. In detail, the increase in new third load step, the energy absorption potential way ahead of the vehicle and reduces the forces of inertia and the intrusion of the cabin, ensuring maximum protection for passengers the gravity greater impact. Security is guaranteed with six airbags (standard on the entire surface), the three-point seat belts with dual pretensioners and load limiters, a collapsible pedal unit and steering column generation anti-whiplash system second and ISOFIX attachments.
Finally, in terms of active safety, a new platform for the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is designed to combine the in-car systems and exploit them fully, which emphasizes the establishment of the three functions (Dynamic, Normal and All Weather), through the Alfa DNA switch. This device is standard on the entire region, is to change the operating parameters of the engine, transmission (with automatic), steering system, electronic differential Q2 and the braking system, in addition to the behavior of the logic of the Vehicle Dynamic Control ( VDC). Alfa Romeo also use pre-filled - a new function - activated when the DNA is set to dynamic, which offers the driver the fastest possible brake response. Under certain conditions, ie
when the controller detects a dangerous situation requiring a quick braking, the brake system is under pressure for a moment before the driver actually hits the brake pedal, to ensure the fastest possible response of the system and thus reduce the distance vehicle braking.
These sophisticated features that improve the vehicle dynamic control is supported by other Dynamic Steering Torque (DST), a feature that provides a response of torque to the wheel helps the driver to perform critical maneuvers correctly before surgery to prevent loss VDC control.
Sporty and comfortable, Italian style
Alfa Romeo Giulietta, is the result of the new approach of the Alfa Romeo styling and technology that began with the 8C Competizione supercar, and highlighted by a return to Italian names on the one hand refers to the brand's glorious past and secondly, to look ahead with technological and emotional values.
The perfect blend of sportiness and style, the new car is distinguished by its characteristic appearance, which combines the compact size - is 4.35 meters long, 1.46 meters high and 1.80 meters in width, step 2.63 meters - perfect comfort on board the train, and a spacious boot (350 liters). What's more, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta dynamic appearance is further enhanced by: shock-resistant front-end with the unmistakable Alfa Romeo, the muscular profile of an improved two lines bold and clear with a rear spoiler sport and the sharply angled rear window.
Exterior design: the perfect blend of sportiness and elegance
The front features aa new interpretation of the classic shield integrated into the front bumper and suspended between the vents. This is the starting point for designing the entire car, combining an energetic shape with elegant significantly. Every effort has been made more attractive hood and headlight treatment surface in a vertical position. In addition, the car's exterior finish features that emphasize the sportiness and elegance of form, as treatment bright horizontal bars and a V-shaped shield at the front provides a high quality, light effects.
Although the profile of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is full of personality, which makes the model look like a car flexible and robust. This is mainly due to the side windows, similar to the appearance of a cut, highlights the dynamics and liquid form, thanks to the hidden door behind the handles and the play of light on the wheel arches and side skirts. The distinctive and Quadrifoglio Verde version has a steel casting bright side (chrome bar) on windows, side windows cut points in a sophisticated manner. The ribs on the sides of the vehicle appears to extend the car while the clean lines that end up on the form of pointing back corner of the body.
The back and side as before, display different lines underlining the feeling of a handful of muscle car of the road surface. In addition, the back is the epitome of efficient use of space with a large rear tailgate mounted on a generous based on the appearance of muscle columns. Finally, the bumper meets the plate and depending on the version, integrated exhaust outlets.
Clusters of light on the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is a separate entry. Both headlights and rear lights use LED technology, which compared to conventional bulbs can afford higher brightness, high reliability and low power consumption (and thus with a positive impact on emissions), the life and times much faster response (in case of braking, for example.) Therefore, the LED technology not only allows for an elegant, but also the operating costs of security, reliability and reduction.
Headlights also an integrated daylight (known as daytime running lights) that - when the engine is started - connects automatically to specific LEDs are designed to provide maximum visibility during the day with low power consumption and long life long (this function complies with the European standard, which will come into force in 2012).
The headlights are available in two versions: with halogen or serial with optional bi-xenon headlights with AFS to provide a better quality of light output (with or without lights), an excellent performance in all weather conditions and longer life (compared to normal headlamps equipped with halogen lamps, these devices treble brightness and duration). The other AFS ensures maximum visibility and safety, even in corners or bends, which allows you to direct the beams in the direction in which the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is driving for up to 15 °.
Interior as well advanced on-board
The interior has been conceived and designed to ensure maximum passenger space, pleasure and comfort in the car, so any trip - whether long or short - is a pleasant experience on board the Alfa Romeo Giulietta. Moreover, the interior has been designed to ensure the comfort of daily use for customers, while the selected materials to ensure quality and durability over time, while the most developed expression of Italian style.
In particular, a new model emphasizes the concept of lightness, as shown by clean lines and the instrument panel that extends horizontally, increasing the dynamism of the total. Moreover, thanks to improved ergonomics and interior design, each switch is in an ideal position: the most important are grouped in the center of the dashboard and switches in the same model as the 8C Competizione, while ensuring an easy and immediate access.
The navigation system with pop-up display, located on top of the dashboard and allows drivers to plot the route and the operating parameters using the mechanical device Alfa DNA safely without having to take your eyes off the road.
The interior of the new car will be completed in comfortable chairs, which will ensure maximum comfort of the car, but it's a long way to go. This is a practical storage compartments located throughout the cabin in front of the shifter, center console and doors. It is a closed storage - depending on the version - on the dashboard, the dashboard under the opposite side (cooling operation with dual zone air conditioning), as well as front and rear armrests.
In terms of colors and fabrics, the version of Progress, has a high-tech environment, where the black at the bottom of the works inside the gray metal roof, the pillars, dash inserts and steering wheel . The appearance of the seat pad and high-tech sport, highlighted by a welded honeycomb pattern in 3D.
In the separate version, the interior is distinguished by a combination of black with silver metallic edge insertion (also available in two body colors, white and red Alfa, brushed or polished aluminum). Unlike the progressive version, the seats are upholstered in a structured high-tech fabric fitted horizontal electric welding in two colors (black and metallic gray). The steering wheel is equipped with an opaque black panel, while the inserts in the doors and trim around the gear box is a glossy black.
Finally, the leather seats are available - black, red, tan and gray - two different interpretations: perforated leather center "cannelloni" or braided leather inspired by the 8C Competizione.
