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Alfa Romeo Mito Refined By Vilner

The tuning experts at Vilner have prepared for us today an exclusive project which has captured our hearts and minds. Alfa Romeo Mito is called by the designers “hooligan”. Of course – metaphorically. Besides the exclusive pictures, which you are first to see, they have also disclosed information of how the restyling process went.

Originally, the Alfa Romeo Mito is powered by 1368 cubic meters 1.4 Turbo engine that is capable of generating 155 horsepower (114kW) and 230 Nm (170 lb-ft) of torque. These figures weren’t enough for Vilner, and therefore the powertrain was optimized.

After the modification, the 1.4 Turbo unit was ready to deliver a total of 200 hp (147kW) and 279 Nm (206 lb-ft) of torque. Then, the specialist continued with the enhancement of the exterior.

Probably, the first association with an Italian car is the color red. This Alfa Romeo exterior has been finished in exclusive red lacquer that features a pearl effect. In contrast to this color, the tuners decided to give a black lacquer varnish treatment to the side mirrors, door handles, grills, tail-light rings and diffuser.

Other highlights here make the headlights, the 17 inch rims and wheels and the exhaust-end pipes that were decided in matt-grey. Inside, the luxury treatment continues with the extensive use of nabuck, Nappa and carbon leather. Of course, these materials come to support a complete re-design of the interior.

Further modifications inside include the plastic elements that were metallized and now sport aluminum effect, front seatbelts in red and accents on the floor mats in the same color. An individual traveling bag made in the same style and materials as the car was also exclusively provided for this project. Vilner Alfa Romeo Mito has a price of 13 000 Euro.

Source: Vilner

March 6, 2014

Debut For Alfa Romeo 4C Spider Prototype

Another exclusive premiere in Geneva is making the Alfa Romeo 4C Spider Prototype. The vehicle previews a new production model scheduled to be introduced in early 2015. The car takes full advantage of the ultra-rigid construction typical for the 4C and also is built with an extensive use of carbon fiber.

This lightweight material can be found on the rollover bars, spoilers and windscreen frame. In addition to this, what also save weight are the canvas soft top and the replacement of the glass rear screen with a continuation of the SMC bodywork.

Moreover, carbon fibre dominates throughout the cabin. Precisely, the monocoque of the 4C Spider Prototype is constructed entirely from this material and is clearly visible in the centre console, door sills and rear bulkhead.

New in here is also the dual-stage central exhaust system with titanium and carbon tailpipes by Akrapovic. A key feature of this exhaust is an electrically-operated valve system that improves performance and enhances the exhaust note at the push of a wirelessly-linked button.

The car is driven by Alfa Romeo’s four-cylinder, all-aluminium, 1750 Turbo Petrol engine. The unit is coupled with six-speed, dual dry-clutch Alfa TCT transmission, and drives the rear wheels. From 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) the model accelerates for 4.5 seconds, while the top speed is in excess of 155 mph.

Carbon fibre clamshell headlights have been fitted to this vehicle. Also exclusive are the alloy wheels, milled from solid aluminium blocks and fitted with bespoke Pirelli tyres. Alfa Romeo 4C Spider Prototype is finished in three-layer gloss white, which additionally highlights car’s beautifully sculpted shape and masterfully resolved surfaces.

Source: Alfa Romeo

March 4, 2014

Alfa Romeo 4C Most Beautiful Car of the Year 2013 Says Internet Survey

Alfa-Romeo-4C-shadow Alfa-Romeo-4C-medium Another design award. This time at the receiving end was the Alfa Romeo 4C. The title: “Most Beautiful Car of the Year 2013”. The award was handed at the 29thInternational Automobile Festival after an internet survey gathered the votes of people worldwide.

With 40.70 percent of the votes in favor, the 4C ended up being the undisputed victor among the contestants. Runner-ups included the BMW 4 series (25.55), the Mercedes-Benz CLA (22.15) and the Mazda 3 (11.60).

The International Automobile Festival – started in 1986 Charmonix – has been handing out the “Most Beautiful Car of the Year”award on an yearly basis ever since 1988; when, again, the Alfa 164 took the prize home. The Alfa Brera and the Alfa MiTo also won the hearts of the voters in 2005 and 2008 respectively.

Today the Alfa Romeo 4C is an award favorite. Recently it was proclaimed as the “Car of the Year 2013” by…erhm… the UK edition of FHM magazine. It also won the “Coup de coeur 2013” title at given by the French Automobile Magazine. Even in Germany the 4C headed the Auto Trophy 2013 reader survey conducted by Auto Zeitung.

Source: Alfa Romeo

January 29, 2014

Alfa Romeo 4C – 8:04 Nurburgring Lap Time

Alfa Romeo has confirmed the Nurburgring lap time of 4C. The small sports car manage to cross the finish line in 8 minutes and 4 seconds. For example BMW M3 E92 with 420HP has a time of 8 minutes and 5 seconds and Renault Megane RS Trophy in 8:07 (which is a new record for a FWD car).

Behind the steering wheel was Horst von Saurma who proved on September 12 the Alfa Romeo 4C is the faster car with less than 250HP to lap the Nurburgring.

2013 Alfa Romeo 4C is powered by a 1.8 liter turbocharged petrol with 240HP (177 kW) at 6,000RPM and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) at 2,000RPM of torque. The engine is connected to a dual-clutch transmission. 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 258 km/h (160 mph). It will average 6.8 liters / 100 km (41.5 mpg UK) with CO2 emissions of 157 g/km. All these figures are thanks to the super-low weight of 4C – just 895kg (1973 lb).

It is equipped with Pirelli “AR” P Zero Trofeo tires which were specially developed for this model over the course of less than a year. They are available in two size combinations – 17” front and 18” rear or 18” front and 19” rear.

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Source: Alfa Romeo

October 18, 2013

2013 Alfa Romeo 4C – Video Test

Drive has published a video on Youtube showing Chris Harris testing the new 2013 Alfa Romeo 4C. The small performance car is described as something between a Lotus Elise and a Porsche Cayman.

Chris Harris was really impressed with the latest Italian rear-wheel drive two-door coupe, which offers superb performance and unique style.

2013 Alfa Romeo 4C is powered by a 1.8 liter turbocharged petrol with 240HP (177 kW) and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to a dual-clutch transmission. 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 258 km/h (160 mph). It will average 6.8 liters / 100 km (41.5 mpg UK) with CO2 emissions of 157 g/km. All these figures are thanks to the super-low weight of 4C – just 895kg (1973 lb).

The first deliveries are expected this month and the production will be limited to 3,500 units per year.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KnuNv77rB0Q

Source: /Drive via Youtube

September 26, 2013

Alfa Romeo 4C [video]

Alfa Romeo has revealed full details about the upcoming 2014 4C, which is set to make its market debut in October, this year. The small sports car packs unique styling and sensational performance.

It is powered by a 1.8 liter turbocharged petrol with 240HP (177 kW) and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to a dual-clutch transmission. 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 258 km/h (160 mph). It will average 6.8 liters / 100 km (41.5 mpg UK) with CO2 emissions of 157 g/km. All these figures are thanks to the super-low weight of 4C – just 895kg (1973 lb).

The entry-level Essential trim level comes with a digital instrument cluster, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and fabric seats. There are also grey brake calipers, a dual exhaust system and 17” and 18” alloy wheels.

The Racing Pack adds a sport steering wheel (with leather and microfiber inserts), a sportier exhaust system and a race-tuned suspension. The package also includes 18” and 19” wheels with AR Racing tires.

The Luxury Pack indludes leather and microfiber sports seats and Bi-LED headlights with carbon fiber surrounds.

Alfa Romeo 4C will be limited to just 3,500 units (per year).

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93DRAAPmsvo

Source: Alfa Romeo

September 18, 2013

Alfa Romeo Disco Volante by Touring

This year marks the 60th birthday of the legendary Alfa Romeo 1900 C52 ‘Disco Volante’. In order to celebrate this anniversary the prestigious Milanese coachbuilding firm Touring Superleggera created the 2013 edition of the Disco Volante.

The model presented here is a two-seater Gran Turismo with a entirely bespoke, hand-made carbon fibre and aluminium body. It is equipped with front-central mounted 4.7-litre V8 engine and transaxle rear drive. The Disco Volante reaches a top speed of 180mph and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in only 4.2 seconds.

Alfa Romeo Disco Volante by Touring has a design that combines innovation, emotion and aerodynamic characteristics. Inside, the 2013 Disco Volante includes red LED interior light profiles, and also aeronautical-inspired touches which are featured on the dashboard, instruments and controls. Bespoke leather is used for the upholstery; the seats are wrapped with black Alcantara.

Touring Superleggera used as a basis the characteristics of Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. The chassis if the latter forms the basis for the coach-built bodywork of the vehicle. Alfa 8C’s steel space-frame, the frame members and the central carbon cell were also retained.

In addition, what also has been kept here are the engine bay and firewall, the windscreen and cowl, the A-pillar and the locks and hinges as well as the dashboard, instruments, pedals and steering wheel. Modification underwent the doorframes, roof frame and C-pillar in order to match the new shape of the car.

The engine included here, as mentioned, is the 4.7 litre V8 one, which generates 450 hp (330 kW) and 480 Nm (355 lb-ft) of peak torque. It is coupled with a six-speed, sequential transaxle gearbox with electronic control and paddle-shift gear selection. In combination with the limited-slip differential and braking system with large diameter, ventilated discs, they deliver excellent driving dynamics and exciting ride.

In order to guarantee the torsional stiffness and noise reduction of the car, a very special attention has been paid to the under-body structure, the tubular frames supporting the rear wings and bumper, and the roll bar joining the C-pillars.

Disco Volante has lightweight bodywork thanks to the use of a combination of aluminium and carbon fibre. The latter element is utilized for specific components such as the front bumper and grille, the bonnet, the side skirts, the boot lid and the integrated rear-window frame.

The bonnet and boot lid are sandwich-built with Nomex filler to obtain a superior stiffness/weight ratio and to dampen vibration and noise. On the other hand, aluminium panels are hand-made using an epoxy mould.

PERFORMANCE
Top speed (est)	292kph / 181mph
Acceleration (est)	0-100kph (0-62mph) in 4.2seconds

DIMENSIONS
Length	4,620mm
Width	2,032mm
Height	1,309mm
Wheelbase	2,640mm
Track front/back	1,591mm/1,589mm
Boot volume	142-litres
Fuel tank capacity	88-litres

ENGINE
Cylinders / type	8 / V 90°
Cubic capacity	4,691cm³
Nominal output	331kw/450HP@7,000rpm
Max torque	480Nm@4750rpm
Emission level	Euro 5

ECONOMY
Urban	23.6l/100km (12mpg)
Extra-Urban	11.4l/100km (24.8mpg)
Combined	15.8l/100km (17.9mpg)
CO2 emissions	377g/km (combined)

DRIVELINE
Rear wheel drive
6-speed, electroactuated sequential gearbox with paddle-shift control and automatic mode
Limited slip differential

WHEELS
Tyres	Pirelli PZero Rosso, front 245/35 ZR20, rear 285/35 ZR20
Wheel type	Aluminium forged wheels

Source: Alfa Romeo

September 13, 2013

2014 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

Alfa Romeo has introduced the 2014 Giulietta Facelift, which will be exhibited at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. The model is expected to hit the market next month.

The styling changes include redesigned front grille, different fog lights with chrome-plated frame and new 16”, 17” and 18” alloy wheels fitted with proper tires. The color range now includes Bronze, Anodizzato Blue and Moonlight Pearl, while the interior gets an Uconnect infotainment system with a 5” or 6.5” touchscreen display/

Other highlights include new storage and luggage compartments, new trim for the seats and door panels as well as the handles and dashboard, along with new steering wheel designs.

The 2014 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will be available with the new 2.0 liter JTDM 2 engine – 150 HP (110 kW) and 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque. It is equipped with the second-generation MultiJet injection system that both optimises engine combustion in all operating conditions and ensures reduction in fuel consumption and noise at the same time.

Source: Alfa Romeo

September 2, 2013

Alfa Romeo 4C Safety Car

Alfa Romeo 4C will be Official Safety Car to the Silverstone round of the FIM World Superbike Championship this weekend (Sunday, 4^th August).

The second UK round of the FIM World Superbike Championship visits the Northamptonshire circuit at the weekend, when top sponsor Alfa Romeo will bring a special liveried Alfa 4C as Official Safety Car to the round.

Following its dynamic UK debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the Alfa 4C will make this second UK outing of the summer liveried in the red, white and green colours of the Italian flag.

For UK fans of Alfa’s eagerly anticipated new model, this will be another rare opportunity to see the stunning 240hp compact sports coupé in action.

“Alfa Romeo is a proud sponsor of the FIM World Superbike Championship having been associated with the series for seven years now. As we prepare to launch the Alfa 4C here in the UK, it’s fantastic to be able to showcase this car to the public for a second time as it takes to the prestigious Silverstone circuit.”, commented Damien Dally, Head of Brand at Alfa Romeo UK.

The 4C is powered by a 1.8 liter turbocharged petrol with 240HP (176 kW) and 350Nn (258 lb-ft) of torque mated to a 6-speed dual-clutch gearbox sending the power to an LSD (limited-slip differenetial) at the rear wheels. 0-100 km/h in just 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

Source: Alfa Romeo

July 31, 2013

Alfa Romeo 4C at 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed

Alfa Romeo 4C Sports Car make its long-awaited public dynamic debut at 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed. The car made a series of runs up the estate’s famous hill climb.

The two-seater sports car is powered by a 1.8 liter turbocharged petrol with 240HP (176 kW) and 350Nn (258 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed dual-clutch gearbox sending the power to an LSD (limited-slip differenetial) at the rear wheels. 0-100 km/h in just 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

At the event, Alfa Romeo also presented 33 TT 12, 8C 2900B Speciale tipo “Le Mans”, and a 1750 GT Am.

Source: Alfa Romeo

July 16, 2013

2014 Alfa Romeo MiTo Facelift

Alfa Romeo has unveiled the 2014 MiTo Facelift. With its revamped technological image, the car will maintain its consolidated image as a sporty compact capable of winning over motorists who demand care for details, Italian style and technical excellence for total safety driving style.

The exterior features Giulietta-inspired chrome grille, new headlight surrounds and restyled 15” wheels on Impression variants. The 2014 MiTo is available in ten colors including a new Anthracite Grey.

The interior boasts a revised dashboard trim and three new upholstery combinations. The model can also be equipped with a new Uconnect infotainment system that has a five-inch display and Bluetooth/iPod/USB/AUX connectivity.

The engine range will include a new 0.9 liter Turbo TwinAir engine with 105HP (72 kW) and 145Nm (107 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 11.4 seconds and a top speed of 184 km/h (114 mph). The fuel consumption is great – 4.2 L / 100 km – 67.2 mpg UK with CO2 emissions of 99 g/km.

The 2014 Alfa Romeo MiTo is expected to hit the market soon with pricing starting from €14,800.

Source: Alfa Romeo

June 17, 2013

Alfa Romeo 4C Debuts At 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed

Alfa Romeo 4C is going to make a debut at 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed. The event will take place between 12th and 14th of July and in addition, there will be also presented the exclusive “Launch Edition” of the compact supercar.

Back in March was the official debut of the “Launch Edition” at the prestigious Geneva Motor Show. There the vehicle showcased the true meaning of Italian sports car, embodying style, performance and technical excellence and offering maximum driving satisfaction in total safety.

To go further into details, the Alfa 4C is a mid-engined, rear wheel drive, compact sports coupé. It will offer its customers supreme agility with compact dimensions of just under 4 m length and 2 m width and 118 cm height. These dimensions contribute for greater aerodynamism and efficiency.

This Alfa Romeo is powered by an aluminium direct-injection1750cc turbo petrol engine, that produces 240 hp (175 kW) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque. The unit is matched with Alfa’s TCT transmission. The effect is a Vmax of over 155mph, and an acceleration time of 4.5 seconds for the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h.

In addition, a new version of the Alfa DNA selector fitted to the 4C will also include a new Race mode alongside the original three options – Dynamic, Natural and All Weather. The result is an unforgettable and exciting driving experience.

Source: Alfa Romeo

June 4, 2013

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