Viva Veloce - New version of Alfa Romeo Giulia available

The Veloce version of the exciting new Alfa Romeo Giulia is now available to order in the Republic of Ireland, priced from €53,895 excluding works. Alfa says this new model balances the dynamics and comfort of the Giulia range to offer affordable performance and luxury.

The new Giulia Veloce debuts an exclusive 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine, partnered with an eight-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel-drive. The four-cylinder engine is made entirely of aluminium, generating 280 bhp and a maximum torque of 400Nm at 2,250 rpm, taking it from 0-100km/h in 5.7 seconds and giving it a top speed of 240km/h.

In addition to the MultiAir electro-hydraulic valve activation system, it also features a “2-in-1” turbocharger system and direct injection, with 200-bar pressure. Made in the factory at Termoli, Italy, this new engine returns 46.3mpg on the combined cycle and emits just 141g/km CO2.