Alfa Romeo 166 1998 2.0 petrol description
Sedan Alfa Romeo 166 1998 2.0 T.Spark has been produced from November, 1998 to May, 2002. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 155 horsepower on 6400 rpm and torque 187 Nm (Newton metres) on 2800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 180 up to 310 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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This Alfa Romeo 166 2.0 engine oil type is 10W-40 and oil capacity is 4.4 litres.
Alfa Romeo 166 1998 2.0 T.Spark has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Alfa Romeo 166 1998 2.0 T.Spark accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 213 km/h.
Alfa Romeo 166 1998 2.0 T.Spark fuel consumption is 9.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 72 litres or 19.02 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 kilometers on highway.
Alfa Romeo 166 1998 2.0 T.Spark technical data
| Model: | Alfa Romeo 166 2.0 T.Spark | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1998. November ... 2002. May | ||
| Engine: | 1970 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 232 g/km |
| Power: | 155 HP ON 6400 RPM | Torque: | 187 NM ON 2800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 213 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.7 (combined) 13.8 (urban) 7.3 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 litres (19 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.72m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 490 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1930 kg | ||
Alfa Romeo 166 1998 2.0 T.Spark engine AR32301
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 310,000 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 | 1970 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 91 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 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 | Injection |
| Alfa Romeo 166 1998 2.0 T.Spark oil type | 10W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.4 litres (4.7 quarts) |
| Power | 155 HP ON 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 NM ON 2800 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1998 |
| Duration of production | 3 years |
| Engine also used on | Alfa Romeo 156 Alfa Romeo 145 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2 other models |
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All Alfa Romeo 166 sedan [1998 - 2003] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Alfa Romeo 166 1998 2.0 T.Spark
Nov 1998 — Mai 2002 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 155 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Alfa Romeo 166 2002 2.0 T.Spark
Mai 2002 — Oct 2003 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 155 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Alfa Romeo 166 1998 2.4 JTD
Nov 1998 — Mai 2002 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.4 Diesel | 136 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Alfa Romeo 166 2002 2.4 JTD
Mai 2002 — Oct 2003 Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP) |
2.4 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Alfa Romeo 166 1998 2.5 V6 24V Nov 1998 — Mai 2002 | 2.5 Petrol | 190 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Alfa Romeo 166 2002 2.5 V6 24V Mai 2002 — Oct 2003 | 2.5 Petrol | 190 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Alfa Romeo 166 1998 2.5 V6 24V Nov 1998 — Jan 2001 | 2.5 Petrol | 190 HP | 12.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Alfa Romeo 166 1998 3.0 V6 24V
Nov 1998 — Mai 2002 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 226 HP | 12.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Alfa Romeo 166 2002 3.0 V6 24V
Mai 2002 — Oct 2003 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 226 HP | 12.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Alfa Romeo 166 1998 3.0 V6 24V Nov 1998 — Mai 2002 | 3.0 Petrol | 226 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Alfa Romeo 166 2002 3.0 V6 24V Mai 2002 — Oct 2003 | 3.0 Petrol | 226 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |