Alfa Romeo launches new Giulia Veloce

The two four-wheel drive versions will be powered by a 280hp 2.0-litre MultiAir Turbo petrol engineAlfa Romeo Giulia Veloce ...Italy, 2016 > present1 photo
with 400Nm or a new 210hp 2.2-litre Multijet diesel engineAlfa Romeo Giulia Veloce ...Italy, 2016 > present2 photos
and 470Nm. Both versions stay below the flagship Giulia Quadrifoglio although it gets the Q4 all-wheel drive as well as extra weight for better handling.

 

The Giulia Veloce is distinguished by a more sporty interior as well by the addition of a new rear diffuser, dual exhaust outlet and the specific front bumper. The exterior design can be completed with 19-inch wheels as an optional.

 

Inside the Giulia Veloce gets sports seats and several aluminium highlights, which further emphasize the sporty sedan. Besides the usual "Alfa DNA" selector, this GiuliaAlfa Romeo Giulia (modern) Gen.1Italy, 2016 > present10 versions
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will also have several electronic driving aids with a 6.5 inch screen as the central piece of the cabin, which functions as a multimedia terminal and supports the latest connectivity options. 

 

Giulia AE – Advanced Efficiency

 

Alfa Romeo will also be revealing the new AE versionAlfa Romeo Giulia AE 2.2 ...Italy, 2016 > present1 photo
. Distinguished by a specific badge on the tailgate, this version is based on the 180 HP 2.2-litre Diesel engine with 8-speed automatic transmission. 

 

Thanks to a retuned engine with a low-pressure EGR valve, an air-water intercooler, a secondary engine cooling circuit in addition to the primary circuit, and specific gearbox ratios, the AE will be known by its efficiency with an announced combined consumption of 4.2l/100km and low emission levels at 99g/km of CO2.

 

The aerodynamic coeficient has also been lowered to 0.23 with a 5mm heigh reduction and specifically-designed alloy wheel rims. The Giulia AE will also be fitted with specific 205/60 R16 tyres for reduced rolling resistance. The efficient version will be able to sprint from 0 to 100km/h in 7.2 seconds and reach a top speed of 230km/h.