Alfa Romeo Giulietta (2011) picture 1Having made its world premiere at the 2010 Geneva International Motor Show, the new Alfa Romeo Giulietta makes its debut and, from May 2010, will be sold progressively in all major markets, so that the relaunch of the brand one of the most important segments in Europe.
In the centenary year of Alfa Romeo Giulietta name is a tribute to a car and a legend of Alfa Romeo. In the fifties, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta captured the imagination of car enthusiasts around the world, making the dream of owning an Alfa Romeo and enjoy a high level of comfort and technical excellence accessible for the first time.
Now, the Alfa Romeo Style Centre has produced a new Alfa Romeo Giulietta, a five-door hatchback with an obvious appearance of Alfa Romeo and capable of expressing both great agility in the most demanding routes and provide comfort in everyday travel. This is because the new compact platform, thanks to sophisticated technical solutions used for the suspension, dual active-pinion steering, sophisticated materials and technologies used in manufacturing practice, allows the Alfa Romeo Giulietta reach exceptionally high levels, both in terms of comfort on board, as well as dynamic and safety features (active and passive).
A new platform to improve road holding and agility with comfort and safety
The Alfa Romeo Giulietta presents an entirely new platform - called Compact - designed to satisfy the most demanding customers in terms of roadholding, agility and safety. Ensures outstanding performance and high dynamic comfort, thanks to sophisticated techniques used solutions for the suspension, steering system of new generation, light and rigid structure created from materials such as aluminum and high strength steels , and cutting edge manufacturing techniques.
This new platform will allow the Alfa Romeo Giulietta to accommodate the needs of customers in this category, which combines comfort on board, functional interiors and a generous boot, with the dynamic qualities that belong to all the Alfa Romeo. In addition, driving pleasure and comfort can be tailored to meet specific customer thanks needs Alfa DNA switch, a device that customizes the behavior of the vehicle as the road conditions and driving styles. The new Alfa Romeo Giulietta platform was designed to integrate various vehicle systems and exploited, by highlighting the three functions of settings (Dynamic, Normal and All Weather) available through the Alfa DNA switch. This device, as standard across the range of the new model is designed to modify the operating parameters of the engine, gearbox, steering and electronic differential Q2, in addition to the behavior of the system logic Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) .
Sporty and comfortable, Italian style
The perfect blend of sportiness and style, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta technology redefines the standards of the brand and the emotional values.
The front shows a new interpretation of classic shield integrated into the front bumper and suspended between the vents. This is the starting point for designing the entire car, which combines a strong personality with a clearly smart. DRL headlights are LED technology and a function of the light of day for maximum active safety.
Even the profile of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is full of personality, giving the impression of a car agile and tough. This is mainly due to the side windows that recall the look of a coupe, highlighting the dynamism and fluidity of form, thanks to the hidden rear door handles. The ribs on both sides of the vehicle appear to lengthen the car while the clean lines that end in the back accentuate the angular shape of the car body.
The rear, as well as front and side, has a distinct style that emphasizes the feeling of a car muscular, firmly attached to the road surface. Moreover, as the headlights, rear lights also use LED technology innovation, not just for the sake of style, but also preventive safety.
Finally, measurements of the amount of new cars in a compact and dynamic, while at the same time guaranteeing excellent comfort and a large trunk (350 liters) is 4.35 meters long, 1.46 meters tall and 1.80 meters, with a wheelbase of 2.63 meters.
Advanced features for maximum welfare board
Attention to detail and quality materials used for the interior are now, as always, the most developed expression of Italian style. More specifically, the key concept in the interior of the new model is the lightness. The lines are clean and the dashboard is developed horizontally. The seats are comfortable and its shape is designed to ensure maximum comfort during long trips.
Thanks to the ergonomic interior design, each switch is ideal: the largest cluster in the center of the dashboard, and have the same design as the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
The navigation system with pop-up screen allows drivers to safely view the road or mechanical operating parameters established by the Alfa DNA device without having to take your eyes off the road.
There are practical open storage compartments located in different areas of the passenger compartment in front of the gearbox in the center console and interior finishes of the doors. There are storage compartments closed - depending on the version - at the top of the dashboard, under the dash in front of the front passenger (cooled, dual-zone climate control) and in the front and rear armrest.
Alfa Romeo Giulietta (2011) picture 2Motors for an exciting innovative environmentally-friendly drive
The Alfa Romeo Giulietta guarantees the highest levels of performance and technology through a range of engines that are state of the art in terms of technology, performance levels and ecology. Upon commercial launch, 4 Turbo engines will be available, all Euro 5 and Start & Stop system to reduce levels of consumption and emissions of series: two petrol (120 HP and 170 HP 1.4TB 1.4TB Multi) and two diesel engines (105 hp and 170 hp 1.6 JTDM 2.0 JTDM, both second generation Multijet engines). The range is completed with the high performance of 235 HP 1750 Turbo Diesel with direct injection and control of landfills in combination with the unique interior Quadrifoglio Verde.
This latest version equipped with an engine of 235 HP 1750 Turbo Diesel perfectly represents the way Alfa Romeo offers the best in this segment. It is not just a means of transport, but a vehicle that can really connect with the customer. There is strong thanks to the acceleration of high levels of torque even at low revs, smooth response that reduces to a minimum by the gearbox of use, flexibility typical of modern gasoline engines and engine sound is attractive without being intrusive. In particular, the 1750 Turbo petrol engine offers advanced technical solutions such as direct fuel injection, dual continuously variable valve timing, a turbocharger and a revolutionary cleaning system of control that gets rid of any turbo lag. The resulting performance is comparable to - or better than - that of many 3-liter engines while still delivering fuel consumption of a typical compact four-cylinder unit. Note that the specific power of 134 hp / liter is the highest in the world in a 4-cylinder unit installed in this vehicle category, besides being the highest ever achieved by a production engine of Alfa Romeo. The specific torque too, for a total of 194 Nm / liter, the highest of all gasoline engines in this category, while the maximum torque of 340 Nm, reached at just 1,900 rpm, is excellent.
The range of engines available can meet the needs of all customers. 1.4TB First, the 120 hp motor is ideal for those looking for a car that can handle city traffic effortlessly, keeping operating costs to a minimum. The turbo engine ensures rapid, even at low rpm (peak torque is reached at just 1,750 rpm), while the Start & Stop, in the city, makes it possible to reduce consumption and harmful emissions levels dramatically without compromising the comfort and safety on board.
The 170 bhp engine is a 1.4 TB Multiair amalgam technology, which combines high performance with lower emissions and fuel consumption levels of its kind for gasoline engines that power. It is a brilliant engine and flexible, with a maximum torque of 250 Nm generous (when set to dynamic), equipped with a Start & Stop and levels of fuel consumption and emissions is like a diesel engine over a gasoline engine with this power (4.6 l/100 km in the extra urban cycle and 134 g / km CO2). The combination of this engine with the new platform makes the Alfa Romeo Giulietta at the top of its segment, both for its dynamic qualities, as well as comfort and practicality in everyday use.
The 105 bhp 1.6 JTDM diesel engine is a flexible and cost that will surprise customers because of its rapid response (in dynamic mode, max. Torque is a generous 320 Nm at just 1,750 rpm) in combination with fuel very low (in the extra-urban cycle is just 3.7 l/100 km). This is made possible by the combination of second-generation Multijet technology and Start & Stop system. Therefore, it is an engine dedicated to all those who seek a car with distinctive personality and style, offering the agility and handling typical of an Alfa Romeo still able to combine this with limited operating costs.
For customers who use the car mostly on the highway or that demand maximum performance levels of a diesel engine, Alfa Romeo 170 HP suggests that the 2.0 JTDM. Again, is an amalgam of technology that combines second generation Multijet technology with Start & Stop system. The result is a vehicle with the highest levels of performance in its segment, driving extremely flexible (with the selector of DNA to dynamic mode, the torque available at 1,750 rpm is a generous 350 Nm) between the lower fuel consumption and emissions at car category with this power (124 g / km of CO2 and 4.1 l/100 km in the extra-urban cycle). Thanks to the exceptional qualities of the new compact platform, this version is able to combine great dynamics and engine performance levels with maximum comfort and convenience of its segment.
All engines are combined with a manual state of the art 6-speed belonging to the family of three shafts, which can withstand and transmit high torque values. Subsequently, and 170 HP engines Multiair 2.0 JTDM also combined with an innovative dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Segment leader in safety, comfort and dynamic performance
The Alfa Romeo Giulietta was designed to achieve the highest Euro NCAP safety rating to offer total protection for driver and passengers. In addition, the new platform was designed to ensure maximum interaction of the systems responsible for controlling the vehicle dynamics.
All this is controlled by the real "brain" of the vehicle, ie, the Alfa DNA device, which manages all devices to sophisticated electronic vehicle dynamic control, VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control), active double-pinion steering, the differential e Q2, response and engine torque curve, the brake system with pre-filled feature. All these systems guarantee genuine Alfa Romeo driving safety, traction and vehicle performance.
The new compact platform, thanks to sophisticated technical solutions used for the suspension and the materials used, such as high-strength steels, aluminum, magnesium and Xenoy can be adapted to the needs of most demanding customers in terms of comfort on board and silent, placing the Giulietta in the top of its category also in terms of everyday functionality of the vehicle.
Wide range
Designed to meet the different needs of drivers of C-segment car in the pursuit of driving pleasure and comfort, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is available in two versions (Progression and Distinctive), along with two customizations (Sport Pack and Premium Pack) .
All devices associated with active and passive safety are standard across the range. The progression comes with version of the Alfa DNA system (with Q2 electronic differential and DST), VDC (including the holder of the ASR and Hill), 6 airbags, front safety belts with dual pretensioners and front seats with anti-whiplash system as standard. Standard equipment also includes manual air conditioning, 16''wheels, front and rear electric windows, trip computer, stereo radio with dual tuner, 6-speaker MP3 CD player. The latest version (Distinctive) offers the following in addition to the standard equipment of the first: 16 "alloy wheels, automatic climate control dual zone, leather steering wheel with radio controls, front armrest with storage compartment, control , fog lights, reconfigurable control panel Competizione cloth seats, front armrest, and an insert with chrome style (chrome line) the development of the side windows. The instrument panel in distinctive version is also distinguished by an insertion stylish magnesium gray painted or, alternatively, Ice White, Red, Alpha, brushed aluminum and polished.
Customers can customize your Alfa Romeo Giulietta with two specific packages (Sport and Premium). The first package is designed to highlight the car's sporting character with the specific features that enhance the already excellent handling of the car and includes alloy 18''llantas 17''or, side skirts, sport pedals, sport seats in leather and fabric microfiber upholstery, brushed aluminum polished insert dashboard, the headlights illuminated frames and dark interiors (black roof lining and pillar).
For customers looking for more technological equipment and complete on board, Premium Package includes Bi-Xenon headlights with AFS function lights, blue and me system with Bluetooth, USB port and MP3 player, radio / mobile controls phone on the steering wheel, rear parking sensors, rain and moisture from dusk sensors, electrically folding exterior mirrors and an electrochromic rearview mirror.
To customize your Alfa Romeo Giulietta, customers can also choose from the list of available options, including a large panoramic sunroof, navigation system with maps and pop-up screen and a Bose ® Hi-fi. In addition, blue and Me-TomTom system is also available, which adds navigation functions to the functions of Blue & Me ®, thanks to TomTom portable navigation system that seamlessly integrates existing vehicle because the systems in a Bluetooth ® interface . The TomTom portable navigation system is placed on the dashboard by a support designed to ensure maximum safety in case of impact and integration with other vehicle systems and enhancing ergonomics in everyday use.
There is also a special dedicated specification cut version with the 1750 engine 235 HP TBI. It's called the Quadrifoglio Verde (four-leaf clover), a legendary brand that has competed at tracks around the world. Only available in this type of engine, this special version is distinguished by its lowered ride height sport (15 mm in front and 10 mm in the rear), 17''wheels (one 18''como optional) , an improved braking system with red calipers painted Alfa, as well as sports leather interior which includes sport seats and microfiber. All designed to ensure the best in driving pleasure and segment-leading active and passive safety. It offers lower fuel consumption for this power: "Quadrifoglio Verde" is reinterpreted for today so that combines extreme driving pleasure with environmental awareness of sportsmanship environmentally conscious and respectful of the environment.
A new platform to improve road holding and agility with comfort and safety
The Alfa Romeo Giulietta presents an entirely new platform - Compact - designed to satisfy the most demanding customers in terms of handling, comfort and safety aboard. In addition, driving pleasure and comfort can be tailored to meet specific customer thanks needs Alfa DNA switch, a device that personalizes the vehicle behavior according to three different logics (Dynamic, Normal and All Weather).
The new Compact platform follows the strategy of Fiat Group Automobiles' rationalization platform - platform preceded by a segment of Mini and Small Business segments B and L0 - and is a true starting point of previous engineering solutions, because introduced the new content, materials used and the levels of performance. From the earliest stages of design, the goal was to create a platform for the future of Fiat Group Automobiles segment C vehicles, starting with the new Alfa Romeo Giulietta, to be ranked the best in its class in terms of handling, the feel of address, to-weight performance, ride comfort, NVH (Noise Vibration hardness), safety (active and passive) and climatic comfort.
Therefore, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is a completely new car, capable of expressing both great agility in the most demanding routes and provide comfort in everyday travel. And thanks to a specific suspension calibration provided by the Sport Pack, the sportiness of the new Alfa Giulietta can be further improved.
Innovative materials and technology solutions for next generation
First, the bottom represents a generational leap in terms of materials used. The whole structure is now much stronger and offers better performance without increasing the weight over the previous generation. All this is thanks to the increasing use of high strength materials and ultra-high, which now account for 90% of the total mass of the system: structural parts, designed to provide high strength and the ability to absorb the impact with minimal deformation, have become hot pressing of hardened steel.
In addition, lightweight materials have been used by several structural elements bolted to the body structure. For example, the beam front struts connecting the front and the third load path are extruded aluminum. The rear bumper beam and the third the energy charge via the absorption of the elements are made of Xenoy (a thermoplastic with excellent energy absorption in relation to weight). The third load path energy absorption elements to absorb the energy of low speed impacts with obstacles and the support of the defense of the impacts with pedestrians. The use of these solutions have provided a weight reduction of 8.5 kg in the front and 4 kg at the rear compared to conventional steel structures, without compromising safety performance.
Another novelty of the bottom is its modularity, making it ideal for use in a family of vehicles with wheelbases and tracks. This modularity is provided by several central floor panels and stringers and not affect any part of the front and rear structures. This reduces costs to a minimum and means the system can be applied to other vehicle systems without modification.
Many of the systems and components that make up the "Covenant" architecture have been thoroughly revised with respect to the previous generation, improve performance and reduce weight (-35%, both under the rear seats and the Magnesium alloy car cross beam).
Best performance in its class for comfort, handling and safety
The Alfa Romeo Giulietta offers exceptional handling performance and comfort levels, thanks mostly to the new suspension system employees. MacPherson front suspension, in particular, has been revised to provide maximum stiffness under lateral loads, reducing weight by using aluminum (saving of 4 kg compared to conventional solutions). The sophisticated multilink rear suspension that ensures the best balance between handling and ride comfort without compromising the volume of the boot. Again, special attention was paid to reducing weight and, thanks to the aluminum wishbones, the suspension allows for a reduction in weight over 10 kg compared to conventional systems Multilink.
In addition, the new electric power steering system (active steering pinion double) ensures excellent steering feel and integrates with the vehicle systems of active safety. As its name suggests, the solution uses two gears mounted directly on the frame of the steering box. The first pinion is directly connected to the steering column and guarantees direct and precise steering, without any artificial filter between the steering box and the driver's hands, producing a driving feel real and natural. The second gear, when mounted directly on the rack, is connected to the electric actuator is located in the engine compartment, thus minimizing the risk of impact to passengers in case of accident.
The climate control system, in particular logic operation, completely revised and improved to ensure better weather conditions in the cockpit, significantly reducing excessive fuel consumption (30% less than conventional) . Also, thanks to specific technical interventions, eliminating noise and vibration values ??of quality have been achieved.
In terms of passive safety, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta was produced to get the most from Euro NCAP, as evidenced by more than fifteen thousand hours of mathematical modeling, 80 crash tests, 150 tests on a slide Hyge and more than 100 tests components and sub systems. Specifically, the new third load path increases the energy absorption potential of the front of the vehicle and reduces both the inertial forces and the intrusion of the cabin, which guarantees optimal protection to passengers greater impact severity . The security is guaranteed by 6 airbags (standard across the range), three-point seatbelts with dual pretensioners and load limiters, a unit of pedals and a collapsible steering column, the second generation anti-whiplash system and fixtures Isofix.
Finally, in terms of active safety, the new platform of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta was designed to integrate various vehicle systems and exploited, highlighting features three settings (Dynamic, Normal and All Weather) available through the Alfa DNA switch. This device, as standard across the range, is designed to modify the operating parameters of the engine, gearbox (automatic), steering, electronic differential and braking system Q2, in addition to the logic of the system behavior Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC). The Alfa Romeo Giulietta will be the introduction of Pre-Fill - a new function - is activated when DNA is dynamic, providing the driver with the fastest possible response braking. Under certain circumstances, ie when the control unit detects a dangerous situation requiring a quick braking, the brake system is under pressure for a moment before the driver actually hits the brake pedal in order to ensure response fastest possible system and reducing the vehicle stopping distance.
These sophisticated features that improve the vehicle dynamic control are compatible with more than Dynamic Steering Torque (DST), a feature that provides feedback on the steering wheel torque, which helps the driver to perform critical maneuvers correctly before to intervene to VDC prevent loss of control.
Sporty and comfortable, Italian style
The Alfa Romeo Giulietta is the result of the new approach with the Alfa Romeo styling and technology that began with the 8C Competizione supercar and is notable for the return to the Italian names on the one hand, referring to the brand's glorious past and the other looking towards the future with technology stocks and emotional.
The perfect blend of sportiness and style, the new car features a special appearance that combines a compact size - is 4.35 meters long, 1.46 meters high and 1.80 meters, with a wheelbase of 2 , 63 meters - with superb comfort on board and a large trunk (350 liters). Moreover, the dynamic aspect of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is reinforced by: a high impact with the unmistakable front line of Alfa Romeo, a muscular profile enhanced by two folds in bold, and a distinctly sporty rear end thanks to the spoiler and the sharply angled rear window.
Exterior styling: the perfect blend of sportiness and elegance
The front features aa new interpretation of the classic shield integrated into the front bumper and suspended between the vents. This is the starting point for designing the entire car, which combines a strong personality with a clearly smart. Everything has become even more attractive by the surface treatment of the hood and headlights vertically. In addition, the exterior of the car has finished emphasize the sportiness and elegance of form, such as the brightness of the treatment of horizontal bars and a V-shaped shield that gives the front a high quality, light effects.
Even the profile of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is full of personality, making the model look like a car agile and tough. This is mainly due to the side windows that recall the look of a coupe, highlighting the dynamism and fluidity of form, thanks also handles hidden in the rear doors and the play of light on the wheel arches and side skirts . The distinctive and Quadrifoglio Verde versions have a shiny steel (chrome line) side window moldings, focusing on the cut side windows in a sophisticated manner. The ribs on both sides of the vehicle appear to lengthen the car while the clean lines that end in the back accentuate the angular shape of the car body.
The rear, as well as front and side, has a distinct style that emphasizes the feeling of a car muscular, firmly attached to the road surface. On the other hand, the rear embodies the efficient use of space with a large rear window mounted on a generous tailgate pillars resting on muscular look. Finally, the defense has the capacity to the registration number and, depending on the version, integral exhaust tailpipes.
The light clusters on the Alfa Romeo Giulietta deserve mention. Both the headlights and tail lights that use LED technology compared to conventional bulbs provide more light, high reliability and reduced consumption levels (hence a positive impact on emissions), long life and much faster response time (in the case of braking, for example). Therefore, the LED technology not only serves a purpose like that, but also safety, reliability and containment of operating expenses.
The headlights also feature an integrated daylight function (known as daylight) that - when you start the engine - automatically turns on the LEDs specifically designed for maximum visibility during the day with energy absorption and a long life (This feature complies with European standard which comes into force in 2012).
The headlights are available in two versions: standard halogen lamps, or with bi-xenon as an option, with AFS to provide better quality of light emission (with or without headlights), an excellent performance in all weather conditions and a longer life (compared to normal headlamps equipped with halogen lamps, these devices treble brightness and duration). The AFS system for its part ensures maximum visibility and safety, even in curves or bends, allowing you to direct the beams in the direction in which the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is the address, to a maximum of 15 °.
Advanced Interiors for the maximum welfare board
The interior was conceived and designed to ensure maximum passenger space, enjoyment and comfort in the car so that any trip - whether long or short - is a pleasant experience on board the Alfa Romeo Giulietta. Moreover, the interior space was designed to ensure daily practical use customers, while selected materials ensure the highest quality and durability of results over time, besides being the most developed expression of Italian style.
Specifically, the new car features the concept of lightness, as shown by the clean lines and the dashboard is developed horizontally, adding dynamism to the total volume. And thanks to ergonomic interior design, each switch has an ideal location: the main cluster in the center of the dashboard, and have the same design as the switches in the 8C Competizione, while at the same time ensuring access easy and immediate.
The navigation system with pop-up display, located at the top of the dashboard and allows drivers to display the path and mechanical performance parameters to the Alfa DNA device safely, without having to take your eyes off the road.
Inside the new car is complete with comfortable seating to ensure maximum comfort in the car, no matter how long the trip is. There are practical storage compartments located in different parts of the passenger compartment in front of the shifter on the center console and interior finishes of the doors. There are storage compartments closed - depending on the version chosen - at the top of the dashboard, under the dash in front of the front passenger (cooled, dual-zone climate control) and in the front and rear armrest.
As the colors and fabrics are concerned, the version of a character progression has high technology, where the black at the bottom of the passenger compartment plays against the gray metal roof, the pillars, the dashboard and steering wheel inserts . The appearance of the seat upholstery is high tech and sporty, highlighted by an electro-welded standard 3D honeycomb.
In the Distinctive version, the car's interior is distinguished by the combination of metallic black with gray filling control panel (also available in two colors, white and red Alfa, polished or brushed aluminum). Unlike Progression version, the seats are upholstered with a high-tech structure welding horizontal fabric in two color variations (black and metallic gray). The leather steering wheel has an opaque black panel, while the door inserts and trim around the gearbox are glossy black.
Finally, the leather seats are available - black, red, leather and gray - with two different interpretations: perforated leather with "cannelloni" central or plaited leather inspired by the 8C Competizione.
