Especificaciones y análisis del Alfa Romeo 159
Power
209HP
Torque
400Nm
Consumption
6.9l/100
Emissions
181g/km
0-100 km/h
8.3s
Top Speed
229km/h
Weight
1710kg
Price
37,530€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
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 210 CV Selective (2008-2009)
General description
The Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon is proof that a family car doesn't have to be boring. It is the embodiment of the Italian 'Cuore Sportivo' in a practical format, a family sedan that prioritizes beauty and emotion above all else. With the powerful 210-horsepower 2.4 JTDm diesel engine, this car not only transports the family but also feeds the driver's soul.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the sensations are purely Alfa Romeo. The thrust of the 5-cylinder engine is powerful and addictive, with 400 Nm of torque available from very low revs that pushes you into your seat. Its sound, hoarser and more melodic than any four-cylinder diesel, accompanies exceptional dynamics. Thanks to a sophisticated double-wishbone suspension on both axles, the car feels agile and planted on the road, tracing curves with a precision that makes you forget its weight and size. It's a car that invites you to drive, to feel every kilometer.
Design and aesthetics
Designed by the master Giorgetto Giugiaro, the 159 Sportwagon is a work of art on wheels. Its front end, with the iconic Alfa grille and the piercing gaze of its six headlights, is unmistakable and aggressive. The side line flows with an elegance and muscularity that culminate in a perfectly integrated rear, proving that a wagon can be as beautiful as a coupé. The interior is an extension of that passion, with a center console oriented towards the driver and gauges that evoke the purest Italian sporting tradition. It's a design that doesn't age, that still turns heads.
Technology and features
At the time, the 159 Sportwagon represented a remarkable technological display, especially in its mechanics. The JTDm engine with common rail injection and a variable geometry turbo was a benchmark in performance and refinement. However, the real technological gem lies in its chassis, with a suspension layout worthy of a high-end sports car that guarantees superlative dynamic behavior. Although it lacks the screens and connectivity of current cars, its technology was focused on the essential: the driving experience.
Competition
In the premium family sedan market, the 159 Sportwagon faced the German titans: the BMW 3 Series Touring, the Audi A4 Avant, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate. While its rivals might have surpassed it in trunk space or the latest infotainment technology, none could compete with the Alfa in character, soul, and sheer aesthetic beauty. It was the choice of the heart, for those who sought a car with personality and not just an efficient means of transport.
Conclusion
The Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon 2.4 JTDm is much more than a family car; it is a statement of intent. It is proof that the need for space does not mean giving up driving pleasure or style. With a captivating design, an engine full of character, and an exceptional chassis, it offers an emotional experience that its direct competitors simply cannot match. A future classic that represents Italian passion at its finest.