JUST in time for the new registrations the sporty Alfa Giulietta five-door hatchback range has been boosted by the addition of another ultra frugal yet high performing second generation MultiJet diesel engine.
The new 2.0 JTDM-2 140bhp is an ideal engine for both company car drivers and private owners requiring low fuel consumption and low running costs combined with driving comfort for long trips.
An extremely smooth operator, this new engine is equipped with the latest generation JTDM-2 MultiJet Common Rail system that is already present on the 1.6 JTDM-2 (105bhp) and the 2.0 JTDM-2 (170bhp) power units.
The system represents the most technologically advanced solution for controlling high injection pressures.
This technology, combined with an electronically controlled variable geometry turbocharger, gives it the highest torque in its class.
This new Alfa Romeo Giulietta features reduced CO2 emissions and reduced fuel consumption of 119g/km and 62.8mpg on average, a top speed of 127mph and acceleration from 0 to 62mph in 9 seconds.
The engine is designed for drivers who appreciate excellent throttle response but are also concerned with fuel consumption and running costs.
In real terms, with a 13% Benefit in Kind rate, 40% tax bracket company car drivers will pay as little as £90 a month in company car tax for the Lusso trim version.
The engine is Euro5 compliant and is equipped with diesel particulate filter and Start&Stop as standard.
Advanced exhaust gas treatment technologies have been used, namely a close coupled diesel particulate filter and a built-in exhaust gas recirculation system that improves control of temperature and gas flow, simultaneously guaranteeing lower emissions and reduced fuel consumption.
The Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0 JTDM-2 140bhp boasts a particularly long servicing interval at 21,000 miles and weighs in at £20,750 for the Lusso model and £22,050 for the Veloce.
Words: Malcolm Robertshaw