Alfa Romeo 159 2005 2.4 JTDm 20v
Alfa Romeo 159 2005 2.4 diesel description
Sedan Alfa Romeo 159 2005 2.4 JTDm 20v has been produced from October, 2005 to October, 2007. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.4 litres, which produces power of 200 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.
This 5-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and BorgWarner BV50 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.4 litres.
Alfa Romeo 159 2005 2.4 JTDm 20v has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Alfa Romeo 159 2005 2.4 JTDm 20v accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 228 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Alfa Romeo 159 2005 2.4 JTDm 20v in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.8 litres per 100km (14.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1020 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1280 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Alfa Romeo real everyday fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100 km, which is 15% 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.

Alfa Romeo 159 2005 2.4 JTDm 20v technical data
Model: | Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDm 20v | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2005. October ... 2007. October | ||
Engine: | 2387 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 179 g/km |
Power: | 200 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 400 NM ON 2000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 228 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.8 (combined) 9.3 (urban) 5.4 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.8 l/100km (30.2 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 | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 405 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2150 kg |
Alfa Romeo 159 2005 2.4 JTDm 20v engine 939A3000
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 | 2387 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 5 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 90.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 17 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Common Rail Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair. |
Alfa Romeo 159 2005 2.4 JTDm 20v oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 5.4 litres (5.7 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 7.35 litres (7.8 quarts) |
Power | 200 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 NM ON 2000 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Fiat |
Start of production (year) | 2005 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
Engine also used on | Fiat Croma Alfa Romeo Brera Alfa Romeo Spider |
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All Alfa Romeo 159 sedan [2005 - 2008] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Alfa Romeo 159 2006 1.8 mpi
Jun 2006 — Jul 2008 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 140 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Alfa Romeo 159 2005 1.9 JTS
Oct 2005 — Jul 2008 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.9 Petrol | 160 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Alfa Romeo 159 2005 1.9 JTDm 8v
Oct 2005 — Jul 2008 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 120 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Alfa Romeo 159 2005 1.9 JTDm 16v Oct 2005 — Jul 2008 | 1.9 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
Alfa Romeo 159 2005 2.2 JTS Oct 2005 — Jul 2008 | 2.2 Petrol | 185 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Alfa Romeo 159 2007 2.2 JTS Jan 2007 — Jul 2008 | 2.2 Petrol | 185 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
Alfa Romeo 159 2005 2.4 JTDm 20v Oct 2005 — Oct 2007 | 2.4 Diesel | 200 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Alfa Romeo 159 2006 2.4 JTDm 20v Jul 2006 — Jul 2008 | 2.4 Diesel | 200 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
Alfa Romeo 159 2007 2.4 JTDm 20v
Oct 2007 — Jul 2008 Most powerfull diesel version (210 HP) |
2.4 Diesel | 210 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Alfa Romeo 159 2007 2.4 JTDM 20V 4x4
Jan 2007 — Dec 2008 Most powerfull diesel version (210 HP) |
2.4 Diesel | 210 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Alfa Romeo 159 2008 3.2 JTS V6 Jan 2008 — Dec 2008 | 3.2 Petrol | 260 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Alfa Romeo 159 2005 3.2 JTS V6 Q4 4x4
Oct 2005 — Jul 2008 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7 seconds |
3.2 Petrol | 260 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Alfa Romeo 159 2007 3.2 JTS V6 Q4 4x4
Jan 2007 — Jul 2008 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7 seconds |
3.2 Petrol | 260 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |