Especificaciones y análisis del Alfa Romeo 159
Power
160HP
Torque
190Nm
Consumption
8.8l/100
Emissions
207g/km
0-100 km/h
9.7s
Top Speed
212km/h
Weight
-kg
Price
34,080€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
445 L
70 L
118 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon 1.9 JTS 160 CV Selective (2008-2009)
General description
The Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon is much more than a simple family sedan; it is the embodiment of the Italian 'cuore sportivo' in a practical and elegant format. Launched in an era when design and driving passion still dictated the rules, this car represents a statement of intent, a choice for those who refuse to see the automobile as a mere appliance.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the 160-horsepower 1.9 JTS engine asks you to rev it high to deliver its soul. It's an old-school, naturally aspirated engine that rewards you with an intoxicating sound and a linear, exciting power delivery. The real magic lies in its chassis. With a double-wishbone suspension on both axles, the 159 sticks to the asphalt with a precision and communication that make you feel every curve. The steering is direct, and the six-speed manual gearbox is your perfect partner in a dance that prioritizes pure sensations over cold numbers.
Design and aesthetics
Designed by the master Giorgetto Giugiaro, the 159 is a sculpture in motion. Its front end, with the iconic triangular grille and the aggressive gaze of its six headlights, is unforgettable. The side line flows with muscular tension towards a rear that integrates the functionality of the tailgate with sublime elegance. Inside, the cabin embraces you, orienting all instrumentation towards the driver in a gesture of pure sportiness. The recessed dials and the feel of the materials transport you to an environment where driving is the protagonist.
Technology and features
Although its heart is more mechanical than digital, the 159 Sportwagon was not devoid of technology. Its JTS direct-injection engine sought a balance between performance and efficiency for its time. However, the greatest technological investment is hidden from view: its sophisticated suspension architecture, more typical of a high-end sports car than a family sedan, and a structure designed to offer excellent torsional rigidity and passive safety. It was technology at the service of dynamics and protection.
Competition
At the time, it faced German titans like the BMW 3 Series Touring, the Audi A4 Avant, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate. While its rivals played the cards of efficiency, infotainment technology, and almost clinical perfection, the Alfa 159 offered a different soul. It was the passionate alternative, the choice for those who valued a timeless design and a connection to the road that the others simply could not replicate.
Conclusion
The Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon 1.9 JTS is a functional work of art, a car that chooses you as much as you choose it. It is not the most spacious or the most frugal, but every kilometer driven is a memorable experience. It is a testament to an era when beauty and driving pleasure were the ultimate luxuries. A car for the heart, that ages with the dignity of a classic and will always remind you why you love to drive.