Alfa Romeo 159 2008 reviews
Pros: (147kw 2.4D) Very dynamic, turbocharger have a pit at low revs, but as the turbine spins, the Alpha flies.
Excellent, predictable handling at all speeds - at 200 + km/h it is more stable than Škoda and Toyota at 130 km/h
330mm Brembo brake front, stops perfectly
Tight suspension
Overall a reliable car, because a large part of the defects are due to failure, normal wear and tear or my stupidity
Even when parking at a new car dealer, the most beautiful ride in the village
Great quality interior, good audio system
Undeniable Italian charm
Cons: Small cabin - four tall people find it difficult to fit in.
Small boot with non-folding rear seats.
The paint is not of the highest quality, it scratches easily.
Consumption, even without taking my heavy foot, quite awful.
Low ground clearance, if you feel mechanical sympathy, it is sometimes difficult to drive on Latvian roads.
Tight suspension
| Purchase year: | 2017 age of car 9 years) | Owned for | 35`000 kilometers (4 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 14.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1450 € (~ 362 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Stands out among other, practically identical cars. Low cost, no frequent repairs, relatively quiet, repairs expensive labor costs when repaired at dealers. Ideal interior, ergonomic design.
Cons: Heavy, not everywhere undergo repairs.
| Purchase year: | 2014 age of car 6 years) | Owned for | 145`000 kilometers (7 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 6.0 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 780 € (~ 111 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Convenient, good-looking, affordable and comfortable, good road holdins, informative steering wheel
Cons: Suspension is slighter harder than other executive class sedans, but a good grip on road has to pay
| Purchase year: | 2015 age of car 8 years) | Owned for | 4`000 kilometers (1 year) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 5.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 595 € (~ 595 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Great cruiser. It feels sturdy
Cons: It has got a GM motor. It doesnt have the Alfa feeling like the 156 sw
| Purchase year: | 2023 age of car 16 years) | Owned for | 10`000 kilometers (1 year) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 8.9 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2021 age of car 14 years) | Owned for | 30`000 kilometers (2 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 9.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2010 age of car 4 years) | Owned for | 195`000 kilometers (5 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 350 € (~ 70 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: A surprisingly reliable car, very stable and dynamic