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
39,530€
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 Ti (2008-2009)
General description
The Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon Ti is not just a family car; it's a statement of principles. It combines the practicality of an estate body with the soul and passionate performance that only Alfa Romeo can deliver. This version, equipped with the powerful 2.4 JTDm engine and the coveted Ti trim, represents the pinnacle of sportiness and elegance in its segment, a car designed to thrill from the very first glance.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the 159 Sportwagon Ti is pure emotion. The 5-cylinder 2.4 JTDm engine pushes with forceful strength from very low revs thanks to its 400 Nm of torque, emitting a unique and captivating sound, far from a conventional diesel. Its chassis, with a sophisticated double-wishbone suspension on both axles, offers exceptional poise and cornering precision, communicating everything that happens under its imposing 19-inch wheels. Despite its weight, it feels agile and responsive, a true sports car disguised as a family estate that invites you to enjoy every kilometer.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the Alfa Romeo 159, a masterpiece by Giorgetto Giugiaro, is simply timeless. Its sharp and aggressive front end, with the characteristic triple headlights and the 'scudetto' in the center, exudes character. The Sportwagon version adds a dynamic and elegant rear without sacrificing an ounce of sportiness. The Ti package elevates this beauty to its maximum expression with spectacular 19-inch wheels, a lowered body, and an interior that embraces you with leather sports seats, aluminum inserts, and driver-oriented instrumentation, creating an atmosphere of a true Italian grand tourer.
Technology and features
For its time, the 159 incorporated remarkable technology, especially in its mechanics. The 2.4 JTDm engine with Multijet direct injection was a benchmark for performance and refinement among diesels. The chassis structure was incredibly rigid, contributing to both safety and dynamic behavior. It featured advanced active safety systems like VDC (Alfa's ESP) and a suspension layout rarely seen in its category. Although it lacks the screens and connectivity of modern cars, its engineering was focused on delivering a pure and effective driving experience.
Competition
In its golden age, the 159 Sportwagon Ti faced formidable German rivals like the BMW 3 Series Touring, the Audi A4 Avant, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate. While the Germans often surpassed it in roominess or technological gadgets, the Alfa Romeo always played a different card: passion. None of its competitors could match its evocative design, the sound of its 5-cylinder engine, or the emotional connection it established with the driver. It was the choice for those who valued style and driving pleasure above all else.
Conclusion
The Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon 2.4 JTDm Ti is much more than a car; it's an object of desire, a rolling sculpture that rewards its driver with intense sensations. It is a car chosen with the heart, forgiving its practical limitations for the immense pleasure it provides to the sight and touch. A testament to an era when design and passion for driving were paramount, and which today remains a vehicle that turns heads and captivates, a true 'cuore sportivo' for the whole family.