2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia

Starting with a price of $37,995, the Alfa Romeo might be just a shade cheaper than its rivals, but when it comes to features, it has to be miles ahead. This could force the potential buyers to dig in.

The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sedan is an entirely new car from the one that was being made years before. This includes Giulia’s very own infotainment system and a host of toggle switches which give it a contemporary yet retro look. 

Trims	Base	Ti	Quadrifoglio
MSRP (FWD)	$37,995	$39,995	$72,000
MSRP (AWD)	$39,995	$41,995	NA
Features	Bi-xenon projector headlights with LED daytime running lights, LED taillights and ambient lighting  Heated and power-folding mirrors Rain-sensing wipers Rear park assist sensors Rear camera with dynamic guidelines. Remote keyless entry Push-button ignition Leather seats Six-way power driver and front passenger adjustments (four-way lumbar adjustment) Dual-zone climate control Cruise control. Acoustic laminated windshield DNA drive mode controller 7-inch TFT info screen within the gauge cluster, 6.5-inch radio screen with voice recognition An eight-speaker audio system.	Features from Base model plus Standard dark gray oak wood trim 8.8-inch widescreen radio (navigation is extra) 12 months of satellite radio Heated front seats and steering wheel 18-inch alloy wheels Front park-assist sensors Adaptive xenon headlights are a standalone option.	High-performance Brembo brake system Torque-vectoring rear differential  A two-mode exhaust with bypass valves Carbon-fiber active front splitter   An active suspension 19-inch wheels with super sticky Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires Carbon Fibre hood and spoiler Carbon Fiber Diffuser

The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sedan is available in just three trims. The front-engine, front wheel drive, 5-passenger coupe which is powered by a 2.0 Liter turbo Inline 4 engine, with 7-speed DCT dual-clutch automatic transmission as standard.

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The base trim of the Alfa Romeo comes with features like a seat memory system, coupled with lumbar support and premium upholstery. However, the Ti variant is the one to go for as it is not much of a price difference, but it has things like a Touchscreen radio and reverse parking sensors.

"Alfa Romeo made some bold performance statements about the Giulia, and from what we've experienced so far, it appears Alfa followed through. Both Giulia and high-performance Quadrifoglio models boast strong engines for their respective segments, and all deliver an entertaining driving experience." - Edmunds

Engine and Transmission

The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sedan is powered by a 2.0 Liter Inline 4 Engine at produces 280 hp at 5800rpm and 306 lb.-ft at 1400rpm, which provides front wheel drive with the 7-speed automatic transmission as standard.

Models	Alfa Romeo Giulia	Audi A4 2.0T Prestige	Jaguar XE 25T R-Sport	Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC
Starting MSRP	$37,995	$39,400	$34,900	$41,500
Engine Type	2.0L, Turbocharged, Inline-4	2.0L, Turbocharged, Inline-4	2.0L, Turbocharged Inline-4	2.0L, Turbocharged,  Inline-4
Power (hp)	280	252	240	241
Torque (lb-ft)	306	273	251	273

  All the four cars are powered by a similar 2.0-liter engine which generates appreciable torque and powers. All are placed quite strategically at a similar price range as well.  

Acceleration

Again, all of them are pretty similar; sans the Jaguar which is too far behind when it comes to acceleration In the bracket of 0-60MPH. The acceleration of the Alfa Romeo is smooth and is a peach to drive if you leave out the noise while driving.

Model	Alfa Romeo Giulia	Audi A4 2.0T Prestige	Jaguar XE 25T R-Sport	Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC
0-60 MPH	5.1 seconds	5.7 seconds	8.8 seconds	6.2 seconds
Quarter Mile	13.6 seconds	13.9 seconds	16.6 seconds	14.6 seconds
Engine Displacement	2.0L	2.0L	2.0L	2.0L
Emission (tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year )	6.6	6.6	7.4	6.5

In this particular scenario, the Alfa Romeo is the clear winner and that too by a clear margin. The Audi A4 though is not too far behind. The Jaguar XE lags behind the others in both the parameters, that too by a big margin, in such a closely contested parameter.

Handling and Steering

The Giulia’s easy to handle steering and peppy handling makes it a pleasurable experience. It is nimble on the turns, something its rivals lag. As mentioned, the ride quality is a bit noisy, specifically on a bad road. The Alfa Romeo does soar over in terms of handling and steering when compared with other. Also, one thing which could be done to make the cabin less noisy is to replace the flat tires with more conventional ones.

Braking

The 2017 Alfa Romeo has the brakes which matches its acceleration. Despite being one with the heaviest car in this segment, the brakes results are pretty decent.  

Model	Alfa Romeo Giulia	Audi A4 2.0T Prestige	Jaguar XE 25T R-Sport	Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC
Front Brake Rotor Diam*Thickness (in)	13.0	13.3	12.8	13
Rear Brake Rotor Diam*Thickness (in)	12.5	13.0	12.8	11.8
60-0 MPH (feet)	123	105	123	109

There is a surprise in store here, as the Audi A4 is the fastest to stop, while the Alfa Romeo, as expected with its heavyweight, takes a little long, but that is fine.

Being the one of the heaviest amongst the three, the Alfa Romeo Giulia gives the best in class figures in terms of economy, with a city mpg of 24 and that of 33 on the highway.

Model	Alfa Romeo Giulia	Audi A4 2.0T Prestige	Jaguar XE 25T R-Sport	Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC
City (MPG)	24	24	21	24
Highway (MPG)	33	31	30	31
Combined (MPG)	27	27	24	27

The figures of the Giulia are matched by that of the Jaguar and the Mercedes Benz, while the Jaguar, like the other parameters, is quite far behind here too.

"Your interior experience will vary greatly, depending on trim level. The type of seats make the biggest difference when it comes to driving position or getting in and out. We found the rear seat to be tight on legroom and all the controls lacking a little bit of quality heft we expect in the class." - Edmunds

The level of opulence In the Alfa Romeo would not be the same as that of the other car makers. The material used for the interiors includes hard plastics, something you don’t generally relate with an Italian brand, however affordable it may be. The styling is also subdued. However, the built quality still makes it look premium and snazzy.  

Seating and Comfort

The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia is a two-row cruiser which accommodates 5 people. It provides heated and cooled seating as well. The passenger rear seats are also electrically powered. The driver’s seat has memory storage as well to adjust the seat as per your requirement on its own.

Interior Dimensions

Model	Alfa Romeo Giulia	Audi A4 2.0T Prestige	Jaguar XE 25T R-Sport	Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC
Passenger Capacity	5	5	5	5
Front Head Room (in)	38.6	38.9	NA	37.1
Front Leg Room (in)	42.1	41.3	NA	41.7
Front Shoulder Room (in)	56.1	55.9	NA	54.7
Second Head Room (in)	37.6	37.4	NA	37.1
Second Leg Room (in)	35.1	35.7	NA	35.2
Second Shoulder Room (in)	53.6	54.5	NA	55.0

The seats are electronically powered providing ample support to the driver. They are made of premium leather upholstery. Add to that leather-wrapped steering wheel that can be adjusted to the preference and provides all wheels steering drive.

Interior Features The interiors of the Alfa Romeo Giulia include;

• Front Seats w/Leather Back Material and Power 4-Way Driver Lumbar
• 10-Way Power Driver Seat -inc: Power Recline, Height Adjustment, Fore/Aft Movement and Power 4-Way Lumbar Support
• 10-Way Power Passenger Seat -inc: Power Recline, Height Adjustment, Fore/Aft Movement and Power 4-Way Lumbar Support
• Heated Leather Steering Wheel
• Memory Settings -inc: Driver Seat and Door Mirrors
• FOB Controls -inc: Trunk/Hatch/Tailgate and Remote Engine Start
• Smart Device Integration
• 8.8" Widescreen Color Display

Infotainment

The Alfa Romeo’s new infotainment system is easy to use, once you clear the first curve. It provides a premium sound system and a smart integration device. Add to that a set of 2 LCD monitors in the front, and it provides a great package.

• Radio: AM/FM Bluetooth 8.8
• Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Aux Audio Input Jack, Steering Wheel Controls, Voice Activation, Radio Data Streaming Audio
• Window Grid Diversity Antenna
• 8 Speakers
• 2 LCD Monitors In The Front
• System and External Memory Control
• Graphic Equalizer

Cargo

The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sedan has a spacious trunk. There is no load lip to lift up the baggage. The storage spaces are excellent with a 12V socket as well. The rear seats are foldable leading to some extra room. The cargo capacity that Giulia offers is 13 cubic feet which is really good.  

Model	Alfa Romeo Giulia	Audi A4 2.0T Prestige	Jaguar XE 25T R-Sport	Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC
Trunk Volume (ft3)	13.0	13.0	14.7	12.6

Audi A4 and Alfa Romeo Giulia have the same cargo volume of 13 cubic feet whereas the segment leader Jaguar has a trunk volume of 14.7 cubic feet.

"An emotional, hot-blooded Italian sedan, the Giulia sets pulses racing even before you get behind the wheel."-Car and Driver

The Alfa Romeo Giulia has a very new styling. It's distinctly Italian and it's definitely sexy. The front has a gaping grille with an inverted triangle ion the center flaunted by huge air intakes on its sides. The headlamps are uniquely shaped and the LED DRLs give it a distinct look. The side has a sharp character line from the front fender to the rear doors. The tail lamps at the rear are also LED units and are very sleek. The car looks apart and will definitely catch eyes as there is something new to see from the sea of German mid-sized sedans.

Interior Dimensions

Model	Alfa Romeo Giulia	Audi A4 2.0T Prestige	Jaguar XE 25T R-Sport	Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC
Length (in)	182.5	186.1	183.9	184.5
Width (in)	73.7	72.5	72.8	71.3
Height (in)	56.5	56.2	55.7	56.8
Wheelbase (in)	111.0	111	111.6	111.8
Base Curb Weight (lbs)	3521	3626	3350	3594
Track Width, Front (in)	61.3	61.9	62.9	61.5
Track Width, Rear (in)	63.9	61.2	62.9	60.9

Here again, the Alfa Romeo has the best dimensions amongst its rivals, leading to lots of space in the cabin, with loads of knee room. The wheelbase of the Alfa Romeo is pretty good too. In fact, all the three cars have an identical wheelbase of around 111 inches, showing the off-road capability of the cars.

Exterior Features Some of the exterior features include:

• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Aluminum Side Windows Trim
• Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
• Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster
• Light Tinted Glass
• Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets

The Giulia Sedan has been tested by IIHS and it has received pretty good ratings from the same. It, however, has not been tested by NHTSA but given the number of standard safety features you get, the car is a pretty safe one for its occupants. Of course, there is more security if you are willing to pay for it and you get some more safety features. 

IIHS Ratings
Small overlap front driver side	Good
Small overlap front passenger side	N/A
Moderate overlap front	Good
Side	Good
Roof strength	Good
Head restraints & seats	Good
Front Crash Prevention	Superior
Headlights	Good
LATCH	Marginal

The various safety features in the Alfa Romeo Giulia are:

• ABS And Driveline Traction Control
• Side Impact Beams
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
• ParkSense Rear Parking Sensors
• Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
• Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
• Rear Child Safety Locks
• Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point and Pretensioners
• Back-Up Camera
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 

Alfa Romeo Giulia vs Audi A4 

The Audi A4 also comes with an entry-level luxury price, but you wouldn’t know it based on its interior. It does come with features like the panoramic sunroof which does not come as standard in the Giulia. Unlike the Giulia, the A4 has sprightly handling without forgoing a comfortable ride. Both models have a powerful engine lineup and similar fuel efficiency, but the A4’s rear seats are a little roomier. However, if you look at practicality, the Alfa Romeo scores on that part, making it a clear winner here.

Alfa Romeo Giulia vs Jaguar XE R-Sport

It has to be said that the Jaguar is no match to the Alfa Romeo. Sans the Cargo capacity, you name the parameter and the Giulia is a clear winner. So, talk about the review, it is as straightforward as it gets, the Giulia is a clear winner here.

Alfa Romeo Giulia vs Mercedes Benz C3000 4MATIC

The fight between the Giulia and the Mercedes-Benz goes right down to the wire. Both generate almost equal figures in the engine capacity and the fuel economy. The cargo capacity is also almost equal. Also, Mercedes Benz’s gives a far more luxurious experience than the Alfa Romeo, making it a certain winner here.

The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia is on the lowest price rung of the brand. It pulls in some benefits from its higher priced brethren (such as real wood trim and a quiet ride), but it is noticeably less refined than the Germans. Still, the Giulia remains a very fun car to drive with a good engine and great handling. It looks great and its Italian. Its a sedan from  Alfa Romeo the world had been waiting for so long to challenge the Germans and it really does give a tough time to the Germans. Its great value for what it is and its a much welcome change in this German dominated mid-sized sedan market. if you wish to stand out, the Alfa is your best choice.