Especificaciones y análisis del Alfa Romeo MiTo
Power
90HP
Torque
200Nm
Consumption
4.5l/100
Emissions
119g/km
0-100 km/h
11.8s
Top Speed
178km/h
Weight
1225kg
Price
16,750€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
4 / 3 doors
270 L
45 L
66 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Alfa Romeo MiTo 1.3 JTDm 90 CV Progression (2008-2010)
General description
The Alfa Romeo MiTo burst onto the scene in 2008 as a breath of fresh air and Italian passion in the supermini segment. Named in honor of the cities of Milan and Turin, this small Alfa promised to condense the brand's sporting essence into an agile, urban format. With its 90 HP 1.3 JTDm diesel engine, it sought to combine Alfa's unmistakable style with the efficiency needed for daily driving, a challenge that captivated a new generation of Alfisti.
Driving experience
Driving the MiTo is an experience that speaks directly to the heart. Its 90 HP, delivered by the willing JTDm engine, moves the car with surprising ease, especially thanks to its 200 Nm of torque available from low revs. The agile chassis and precise steering invite you to enjoy every curve, and the Alfa Romeo DNA selector, which adjusts the engine and steering response, allows you to choose between a dynamic mode to squeeze out its character or a more relaxed one for the city. The six-speed manual gearbox offers a mechanical connection that feels authentic, turning every journey into a small driving pleasure.
Design and aesthetics
The MiTo's design is pure Italian emotion. Inspired by the 8C Competizione supercar, its lines are a statement of intent. The iconic front 'scudetto' grille, the teardrop-shaped headlights, and above all, the round rear lights, create an unmistakable and muscular silhouette that turns heads. It's a car that doesn't go unnoticed, an object of desire with details like the frameless windows that evoke sports coupés. Inside, the atmosphere is just as passionate, with a cockpit that embraces you and details that scream 'Alfa Romeo' from every corner.
Technology and features
Beneath its designer skin, the MiTo hid technology designed for driving. The 1.3 JTDm engine, with common-rail direct injection and a variable geometry turbo, was an example of efficiency and performance in its class. However, the crown jewel was the Alfa DNA system, a selector that allowed the driver to modify the engine response and steering assistance. This technology, inherited from its bigger siblings, gave the MiTo a unique duality: it could be a docile and economical supermini or a playful little sports car at the flick of a switch.
Competition
In a competitive market, the Alfa Romeo MiTo faced high-caliber rivals. Its main adversary was always the MINI Cooper, with which it shared an aspirational and fun approach, although the MINI opted for a more direct 'go-kart' feel. It also competed against the Citroën DS3, which played the card of chic French design, and positioned itself as an alternative with soul against the sobriety and perceived quality of models like the Audi A1. Against them, the MiTo always offered an irresistible argument: pure passion and unmistakably Italian style.
Conclusion
The Alfa Romeo MiTo 1.3 JTDm is not just a car; it's a statement of principles. It is proof that practicality and efficiency do not have to be at odds with beauty and emotion. It was a car bought with the heart, a small gem of Italian design that made every journey special. Despite its compromises, its unique character and its 'Alfista' soul make it a fondly remembered model, a supermini that dared to be different and to put passion before everything else.