Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 2.2 JTS

Alfa Romeo 159 2006 2.2 petrol description

Estate car / wagon Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 2.2 JTS has been produced from January, 2007 to July, 2008. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.2 litres, which produces power of 185 horsepower on 6500 rpm and torque 230 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 190 up to 330 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Alfa Romeo 159 2.2 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.4 litres.

Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 2.2 JTS has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 2.2 JTS accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 220 km/h.

Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 2.2 JTS fuel consumption is 9.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.5 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Alfa Romeo real everyday fuel consumption is 10.3 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Alfa Romeo 159 fuel consumption.

Alfa Romeo 159 safety

During safety testing Alfa Romeo 159 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Alfa Romeo 159 is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Alfa Romeo 159 got one star.

With the same engine there is also Alfa Romeo 159 version with manual gearbox (Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 2.2 JTS MT) available
Alfa Romeo 159 2006

Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 2.2 JTS technical data

Model: Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon 2.2 JTS
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2007. January ... 2008. July 
Engine: 2198 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 224 g/km
Power: 185 HP ON 6500 RPM Torque: 230 NM ON 4500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 220 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.5 (combined) 13.2 (urban) 7.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.3 l/100km (22.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.66m (length) 1.83m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Trunk capacity: 445 litres
Gross weight: 2060 kg

Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 2.2 JTS engine 939A5000

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 190,000 to 330,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2198 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 86 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 94.6 mm
Compression ratio 11.3 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 2.2 JTS oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 5.4 litres (5.7 quarts)
Power 185 HP ON 6500 RPM
Torque 230 NM ON 4500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2005
Duration of production 5 years
Engine also used on Alfa Romeo Brera Alfa Romeo Spider

All Alfa Romeo 159 estate car [2006 - 2008] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 1.9 JTS

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.9 Petrol 160 HP 8.8 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 1.9 JTDm 8v

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 120 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 1.9 JTDm 16v Sep 2006 — Jul 2008 1.9 Diesel 150 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 1.9 JTDm 16v Jul 2006 — Jul 2008 1.9 Diesel 150 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 2.2 JTS 2.2 Petrol 185 HP 9.5 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2007 Sportwagon 2.2 JTS Jan 2007 — Jul 2008 2.2 Petrol 185 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 2.4 JTDm 20v Sep 2006 — Jul 2008 2.4 Diesel 200 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 2.4 JTDm 20v Jul 2006 — Jul 2008 2.4 Diesel 200 HP 8.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 Sportwagon 2.4 JTDm 20v Feb 2008 — Jul 2008

Most powerfull diesel version (210 HP)

2.4 Diesel 210 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2007 Sportwagon 2.4 JTDm 20v Q4 4x4 Oct 2007 — Jul 2008

Most powerfull diesel version (210 HP)

2.4 Diesel 210 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Sportwagon 3.2 JTS V6 Q4 4x4

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds

3.2 Petrol 260 HP 12.0 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2007 Sportwagon 3.2 JTS V6 Q4 4x4 Jan 2007 — Jul 2008

Most powerfull petrol version (260 HP)

3.2 Petrol 260 HP 12.3 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Alfa Romeo 159 2006 reviews
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