Especificaciones y análisis del Alfa Romeo 159
Power
209HP
Torque
400Nm
Consumption
7.6l/100
Emissions
199g/km
0-100 km/h
8.6s
Top Speed
224km/h
Weight
1815kg
Price
40,950€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
AWD
5 / 5 doors
445 L
70 L
154 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon 2.4 JTDm Q4 Ti 210 CV (2007-2008)
General description
The Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon in its Ti version is the ultimate expression of Italian passion. It's not just a family sedan; it's a statement of intent. With its powerful 5-cylinder diesel engine, the security of Q4 all-wheel drive, and traffic-stopping aesthetics, this car was conceived to thrill and to be admired, bringing the 'cuore sportivo' into everyday life.
Driving experience
Driving this 159 is a visceral experience. The thrust of its 400 Nm of torque from just 1500 rpm pins you to the seat, while the throaty sound of the five-cylinder engine fills the cabin. The Q4 traction provides absolute confidence in any corner, allowing you to explore the limits of a superb chassis with double-wishbone suspension. Every shift of its 6-speed manual gearbox is an invitation to keep driving, to feel the road as only an Alfa Romeo can.
Design and aesthetics
Giorgetto Giugiaro signed a masterpiece. The front, with its aggressive triple optics and the iconic 'scudetto', is pure Alfa heritage. The Sportwagon's line flows with an elegance and muscular tension that few station wagons have managed to match. The Ti trim finishes it off with spectacular 19-inch wheels and a lowered ride height that screams sportiness. Inside, the cabin envelops you, with the instrumentation oriented towards the driver, reminding you that here, you are the protagonist.
Technology and features
Beneath its designer skin lies sophisticated engineering. The 2.4 JTDm 5-cylinder engine, with common-rail direct injection and a variable geometry turbo, was a feat in its time. The Q4 all-wheel-drive system, with a Torsen center differential, prioritizes the rear axle to maintain the dynamic character of an Alfa, sending torque to the front axle only when necessary. Added to this is one of the best suspensions in its class, ensuring an almost perfect balance between comfort and sporty agility.
Competition
In its time, it faced German titans like the BMW 3 Series Touring xDrive and the Audi A4 Avant quattro. While its rivals offered almost clinical perfection and pragmatic efficiency, the Alfa Romeo 159 Q4 played in another league: that of emotion. It was the choice for those seeking character, a design to fall in love with, and a mechanical connection that the Germans often sacrificed on the altar of comfort and predictability.
Conclusion
The Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon 2.4 JTDm Q4 Ti is not a purchase justified by spreadsheets. It's a decision of the heart. It represents the almost impossible union between the beauty of a sculpture, the practicality of a family car, and the soul of a sports car. It is an imperfect and wonderful car, with an unforgettable character that lingers long after its engine is turned off. A true modern classic for those who understand that a car can be much more than just a means of transportation.