Category: Alfa Romeo

Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio Returns to South Africa: Giulia & Stelvio Performance Models

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Alfa Romeo has reopened orders for its flagship Quadrifoglio models, the Giulia and Stelvio, in South Africa, extending production through 2027 to meet demand from enthusiasts. The Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio continues to represent the brand’s highest-performance DNA, combining 520hp V6 engines with racing-inspired design and lightweight construction. Said Alfa Romeo CEO Santo Ficili: “We’re reopening orders for the Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio to keep a promise made to customers who value extreme performance and the pure emotions inherent in Alfa Romeo’s DNA.” 520hp Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio V6 Both models are…

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Updated Alfa Romeo Stelvio Veloce Driven (2023)

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Fast facts Model: Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2,0T Veloce Q4 Price: R1,205,500 with the only option, a sunroof R1,225,500 Engine: 2,0-litre, 4-cylinder, turbopetrol Transmission: 8-speed automatic Power: 206 kW @ 5 250 r/min Torque: 400 N.m @ 2 250 r/min 0-100 km/h: 5,7 seconds Top speed: 230 km/h Fuel consumption: 7,0 l/100km (claimed) CO2: 161 g/km Service Plan: Five-year/100 000 km Those drivers that demand engaging driving dynamics and striking curb apeal will feel perfectly at home behind the wheel of the Italian styled and impressively agile Alfa Romeo Stelvio Veloce…

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HUGE DIVERSITY OF CLASSICS MADE CONCOURS SOUTH AFRICA 2018 AN EVENT TO REMEMBER AT STEYN CITY THIS WEEKEND

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With cars ranging from a 1902 Curved Dash Oldsmobile, through humble Volkswagen Beetles and Ford Escorts, to the latest Ferrari supercars, Concours South Africa was an unforgettable experience at Steyn City this  past weekend, from 10-12 August. “A feature of this year’s event was the gratifying diversity of entries which embraced Concours South Africa 2018,” said organiser and co-founder Paul Kennard. “What made this event so special was also the intimacy provided by the unique Steyn City venue, which enabled visitors and exhibitors alike to mingle amongst the cars on the…

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The South African Launch of the 2017 Alfa Romeo is a must-win event for the century-old Italian carmaker. So what’s it like?

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The global launch of the all new Alfa Romeo Giulia isn’t just a big deal, it’s quite possibly a make or break moment for the century-old Italian car manufacturer. None of Alfa’s top-line executives were prepared to put a precise figure on the investment in the model, suffice to say that billions have been invested in a completely new modular architecture dubbed ‘Giorgio’, which not only underpins the rear-wheel drive Giulia, but an entire Alfa Romeo family including a raft of new sedans, coupes, and SUVs that will soon follow.…

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All-new 2016 Alfa Romeo Giulia revealed – official pictures and details

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Alfa Romeo’s new family saloon has been revealed, and will go on sale in SA this September – The Alfa Romeo Giulia is the company’s long-awaited replacement for the 159 saloon and heralds the brand’s return to the family saloon segment. It will go on sale in SA this September. What is it? The Alfa Romeo Giulia is a rear-wheel drive saloon that will take on the likes of the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. It features a carbon and aluminum construction, which aims to keep weight down to improve performance…

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Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio: A Million Rand, 375KW, Italian Super Sedan

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 And the base Giulia will be R550 000 and have 203 KW. We’ve been waiting for Alfa Romeo to return in earnest to South Africa with a Super car for what feels like an eternity. Yes, they sent a few of the 8C Competizione here a couple years back, and you can now buy the 4C, but neither one of those cars are a volume proposition. The Giulia totally changes that. And it’s the first car Alfa is bringing to the SA that is actually an Alfa Romeo. What I mean…

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