Especificaciones y análisis del Alfa Romeo 159
Power
185HP
Torque
230Nm
Consumption
9.3l/100
Emissions
219g/km
0-100 km/h
9s
Top Speed
220km/h
Weight
1615kg
Price
38,400€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
445 L
70 L
136 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon 2.2 JTS Ti Selespeed 185 CV (2007-2008)
General description
The Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon is not just an estate car; it is the embodiment of the Italian 'cuore sportivo' in a family format. Launched in an era where design and driving passion still dictated the rules, this model with the Ti trim and the 185 HP 2.2 JTS engine represents a sublime balance between sculptural beauty and everyday versatility, a statement of intent for those who refuse to give up the pleasure of driving.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the 159 Sportwagon is an experience that involves all the senses. The 185 horsepower 2.2 JTS engine pushes with an elastic progressiveness and an evocative sound, especially when revving up. The Selespeed transmission, with its quick and decisive shifts, connects you with the mechanics in a way that conventional automatic gearboxes cannot. But the real magic lies in its chassis. The double wishbone suspension on both axles gives it extraordinary poise and agility. Every curve becomes an invitation to feel the asphalt, with precise steering that communicates exactly what is happening under the huge 19-inch wheels.
Design and aesthetics
Giorgetto Giugiaro signed a masterpiece. The front of the 159 is one of the most iconic and aggressive looks in automotive history, with its triangular grille and its six headlights recessed into the bodywork. The Sportwagon's line flows with an elegance and muscular tension that few family cars have managed to match, culminating in a wide and well-planted rear. The interior is not far behind, with a driver-oriented cabin, gauges recessed in their dials, and an atmosphere that blends sportiness and Italian craftsmanship. It's a car you'll turn to look at every time you park it.
Technology and features
Although conceived in the mid-2000s, the 159 Ti integrated performance-focused technology. The direct gasoline injection (JTS) engine sought to optimize power, while the chassis featured sophisticated solutions such as double wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension, a layout reserved for high-performance vehicles. The Selespeed gearbox, a robotized manual, offered a sporty driving experience with paddle shifters on the steering wheel, bringing racing technology to the everyday driver. It was technology with a soul, at the service of sensations.
Competition
At the time, the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon faced the German titans of the segment: the BMW 3 Series Touring, the Audi A4 Avant, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate. While its German rivals focused on sobriety, efficiency, and bomb-proof build quality, the Alfa Romeo played a different card. It offered a design that captivated, a more passionate dynamic behavior, and a unique character that set it apart from the rest. It was the choice of the heart versus the purely rational choice represented by its competitors.
Conclusion
The Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon 2.2 JTS Ti is much more than a car; it is a rolling piece of design and a machine for generating emotions. It is proof that a family car does not have to be boring. It demands an owner who appreciates its beauty, enjoys its communicative driving, and is willing to understand its character. It is not the most practical or the most reliable, but the smiles it brings on a winding road and the admiration it arouses in its wake more than compensate for any imperfection. A future classic with an unmistakably Italian soul.