Alfa Romeo 159 2008 Sedan

This generation of Alfa Romeo 159 has been produced from July, 2008 to January, 2012. We can provide information about 13 modifications of this generation. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is available with four wheel (4x4) drive (3 versions) and front wheel drive (10 versions). Four wheel drive models have AWD (all wheel drive) system (power is automatically distributed between the wheel axles).

This Alfa Romeo is available with four petrol engines with displacement from 1.8 to 3.2 litres and power of from 140 to 260 horsepower un four diesel engines with displacement from 1.9 to 2.4 litres and power of from 120 to 210 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (9 versions), as well as automatic (4 versions) gearbox.

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Alfa Romeo 159 2008 sedan average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 7.6 to 12.1 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.9 to 7.5 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Alfa Romeo 159 2008 sedan petrol engine version is Alfa Romeo 159 1.8 mpi, consuming 7.6 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Alfa Romeo 159 2008 sedan diesel - Alfa Romeo 159 1.9 JTDm 8v for 100 kilometers consumes 5.9 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Alfa Romeo 159 real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 14 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +12% for petrol engines and +15% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Alfa Romeo 159 modification.

Alfa Romeo 159 2008 sedan CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 179 to 260 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 157 to 197 grams per kilometer. From Alfa Romeo 159 with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Alfa Romeo 159 1.8 mpi which produces an average of 179 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Alfa Romeo 159 diesels least CO2 distributes Alfa Romeo 159 1.9 JTDm 8v - 157 grams per km.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 7 seconds has Alfa Romeo 159 3.2 JTS V6 Q4 version, conversely the tardiest one is Alfa Romeo 159 1.9 JTDm 8v reaching this speed only in 11 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 3.2 petrol 260 hp version (Alfa Romeo 159 3.2 JTS V6).

Lenght of Alfa Romeo 159 is 466 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - Alfa Romeo 159 is about 2 cm longer than Toyota Avensis sedan, but 4 cm shorter than Mazda 6 sedan. Alfa Romeo 159 gross weight is from 1935 to 2195 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 9 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Alfa Romeo 159 trunk space is 405 litres.

This Alfa Romeo is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 4400 €. According to user reviews, average Alfa Romeo 159 repair costs are 240 € per year. Users calculated Alfa Romeo 159 2008 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3000 € cost per year and 0.26 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 51%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 22% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Alfa Romeo 159 for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Alfa Romeo 159 prices and costs.

Alfa Romeo 159 modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 1.8 mpi

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 140 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 1.9 JTS 1.9 Petrol 160 HP 8.7 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 1.9 JTDm 8v

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 120 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 1.9 JTDm 16v

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 150 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 1.9 JTDm 16v

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.9 Diesel 150 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 2.2 JTS 2.2 Petrol 185 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 2.2 JTS 2.2 Petrol 185 HP 9.1 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 2.4 JTDm 20v 2.4 Diesel 200 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 2.4 JTDm 20v

Most powerfull diesel version (210 HP)

2.4 Diesel 210 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 2.4 JTDm 20v Q4 4x4

Most powerfull diesel version (210 HP)

2.4 Diesel 210 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 3.2 JTS V6 3.2 Petrol 260 HP 11.0 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 3.2 JTS V6 Q4 4x4

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7 seconds

3.2 Petrol 260 HP 11.4 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 3.2 JTS V6 Q4 4x4 3.2 Petrol 260 HP 12.1 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel

Alfa Romeo 159 prices

Alfa Romeo 159 2008 - 2012 sedan price in Latvia is from 2500 € to 6500 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Alfa Romeo 159 price is average - Alfa Romeo 159 is approximately for 21 percents cheaper then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 2008 - 2012 prices). The reason of Alfa Romeo 159 low price could be its poor quality (see below) so we recommend particularly examine the car before purchase and do not choose it only by price.

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
Alfa Romeo 159 2011 price 5000 € 6000 € 6500 €
Alfa Romeo 159 2009 price 2700 € 3700 € 5000 €
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 price 2500 € 3600 € 4500 €

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Alfa Romeo 159 reliability and quality

According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Alfa Romeo 159 reliability is very low. In the roadworthiness tests in 2014 defects were detected in an average of 17.5 percent of Alfa Romeo 159 of this generation (on average 4 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 11.4%.

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Alfa Romeo 159 2008 sedan features (options)

Percentage of Alfa Romeo 159 with corresponding feature (option)

Climate control
95%
Conditioning
78%
Rain sensor
72%
Metallic paint
57%
Cruise control
53%
Adjustable steering wheel
46%
Rear parking sensors
43%
Leather upholstery
41%
Heated seats
32%
Xenon headlights
25%
Front parking sensors
23%
Navigation
19%
Dimming mirrors
16%
Bi-xenon lights
15%
Tire pressure control
13%

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Alfa Romeo 159 reviews

Total 5 Alfa Romeo 159 owner reviews

Alfa Romeo 159 2008 Sedan Diesel 2.4 litres, Automatic gearbox
Purchase year:2017 (age of car 9 years) Owned for:35`000 kilometers (4 years)
Average fuel consumption: 14.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving)
Total cost of repairs: 1450 € (~ 362 € per year)
Total car rating:
9
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