Alfa
Romeo Giulietta Sprint
Alfa
Romeo has launched the Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint at an AU$ 31,000 in
Australia. The company has resurrected the legendary nameplate after more than
60 years. The Giulietta Sprint gets special elements to convey its exclusive
nature. The exterior features 17-inch five-hole design alloy wheels, special
badging on the front fender, as well as sportier rear bumper and side skirts.
Dark Anthracite finish has been applied to the grille, mirrors and door
handles, while the headlamps have dark surrounds and the fog lamps have been
accentuated by dark anthracite bezels. Black window surrounds and dark-tint
windows round off the exterior modifications.
Inside,
the cabin features carbon-effect door panels and dashboard surround. The sporty
feeling is conveyed by red stitching on the leather-wrapped steering wheel and
seats that are covered in cloth and Alcantara. The ‘Sprint’ logo is prominently
embroidered into the headrests. There is a 5.0-inch UConnect touchscreen infotainment
system that supports Bluetooth, voice commands, SMS reader, USB and music
streaming, and comes with six speakers. The sports instrument cluster features
white illumination, multifunctional display and trip computer. Safety and
convenience is enhanced by features such as ABS, ASR, EBD, EBA + Hill Holder,
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), six airbags and remote central locking.
Powering
the Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint, is a 1.4-litre MultiAir petrol engine
generating 149 hp and 250 Nm of torque. The engine is collaborated with a
6-speed manual gearbox which drives the front wheels. The Giulietta Sprint can
run 0-100 km/h in 8.2 seconds and hit a top speed of 210 km/h. The combined fuel economy and CO2 emissions figures are marked 17.54 km/l
and 131 g/km respectively.
