Alfa Romeo 159 2008 2.2 JTS
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 2.2 petrol description
Sedan Alfa Romeo 159 2008 2.2 JTS has been produced from July, 2008 to January, 2012. 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 190 000 and 330 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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This Alfa Romeo 159 2.2 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.4 litres.
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 2.2 JTS has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 2.2 JTS accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 224 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Alfa Romeo 159 2008 2.2 JTS fuel consumption is 9.1 litres per 100km (11 km/l), city fuel economy - 12.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 kilometers on highway.
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 2.2 JTS technical data
| Model: | Alfa Romeo 159 2.2 JTS | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2008. July ... 2012. January | ||
| Engine: | 2198 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 214 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: | 224 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.1 (combined) 12.6 (urban) 7.1 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.66m (length) 1.83m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 405 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1995 kg | ||
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 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 2008 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 |
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All Alfa Romeo 159 sedan [2008 - 2012] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |