Especificaciones y análisis del Alfa Romeo GTV
Power
220HP
Torque
270Nm
Consumption
11.7l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
6.7s
Top Speed
240km/h
Weight
1565kg
Price
33,236€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
4 / 2 doors
110 L
70 L
162 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Alfa Romeo GTV 3.0 V6 24v Lujo · 220 CV (1998-2001)
General description
The Alfa Romeo GTV 3.0 V6 24v is not just a car, it's a statement of principles. Born in a golden era for the brand, this coupé represents the quintessence of the Italian 'cuore sportivo'. With a design that stops time and an engine that sings opera, the GTV is an experience that transcends mere driving to become pure emotion.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the GTV V6 is a ritual. Turning the key awakens the legendary 'Busso' engine, a 2959 cc V6 whose sound is an addictive melody, from the deep purr at idle to the metallic howl at 6300 rpm. Its 220 horsepower pushes with a linear and thrilling force, managed by a 6-speed manual gearbox with a precise feel. Although it is a front-wheel drive, its elaborate multi-link rear suspension gives it surprising agility and a noble cornering ability, inviting you to link turns with a confidence that captivates.
Design and aesthetics
The bodywork, the work of the master Pininfarina, is a sculpture in motion. Its sharp wedge line, long hood, and short, high rear create an unmistakable and timeless silhouette. Details like the four round headlights under a single cover or the hidden door handles are pure stylistic audacity. Inside, the atmosphere is intimate and sporty, with driver-oriented instrumentation and seats that hug the body, all wrapped in the aroma and quality of the leather that characterized the Lujo version.
Technology and features
The GTV's technology lies in its brilliant mechanical engineering. The heart is its 'Busso' V6 engine, built entirely of aluminum and with a 24-valve cylinder head, a jewel of its time. But the magic doesn't end there. Its chassis features a deformable parallelogram-type rear suspension, a very advanced solution for a front-wheel-drive car of the era, which guarantees exceptional dynamic behavior. The braking system, with 305 mm ventilated discs on the front axle, ensures powerful stopping power in line with its performance.
Competition
In its time, the GTV V6 competed with high-caliber rivals like the BMW 3 Series Coupé or the Mercedes-Benz CLK. While the Germans offered a more sober and rational perfection, the Alfa Romeo played the card of passion, design, and sound. Other contenders like the Fiat Coupé 20V Turbo or the Peugeot 406 Coupé V6 also offered attractive designs, but few could match the charisma and lineage of the 'cuore sportivo' that the GTV exuded.
Conclusion
The Alfa Romeo GTV 3.0 V6 is much more than the sum of its parts. It is not the most practical car, with its 110-liter trunk, nor the most frugal, with an average consumption of 11.7 l/100km. It is a rolling work of art, a machine for generating sensations that appeals directly to the heart. A future classic that represents a way of understanding the automobile that seems lost today, where emotion, sound, and beauty were the main arguments.