Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008 1.4 Turbo 16V (3 door)
Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008 1.4 petrol description
Hatchback Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008 1.4 Turbo 16V has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2013. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 155 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 230 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 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 and IHI RHF3 VL36 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 200 000 and 340 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Alfa Romeo MiTo 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 2.9 litres.
Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008 1.4 Turbo 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008 1.4 Turbo 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008 1.4 Turbo 16V fuel consumption is 6.5 litres per 100km (15.4 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Alfa Romeo real everyday fuel consumption is 8 litres per 100 km, which is 23% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Alfa Romeo MiTo fuel consumption.
Alfa Romeo MiTo safety
During safety testing Alfa Romeo MiTo has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Alfa Romeo MiTo is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Alfa Romeo MiTo got two stars.
Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008 1.4 Turbo 16V technical data
| Model: | Alfa Romeo MiTo 1.4 Turbo 16V | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2008. January ... 2013. January | ||
| Engine: | 1368 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 155 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 230 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 215 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.5 (combined) 8.5 (urban) 5.3 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8 l/100km (29.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.06m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.45m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 270 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1645 kg | ||
Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008 1.4 Turbo 16V engine 198A1000
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 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 | 1368 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 72 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 84 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.8 : 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 MiTo 2008 1.4 Turbo 16V oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 2.9 litres (3.1 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 6 litres (6.3 quarts) |
| Power | 150 - 155 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Fiat |
| Start of production (year) | 2007 |
| Duration of production | 3 years |
All Alfa Romeo MiTo hatchback [2008 - 2013] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
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Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008 1.2 1.3 JTDm
Sep 2008 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.2 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.3 l/100km |
|
Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008 1.4
Sep 2008 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 78 HP | 5.9 l/100km |
| Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008 1.4 Turbo 120 Hp Sep 2008 — Jan 2013 | 1.4 Petrol | 120 HP | 6.1 l/100km |
| Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008 1.4 Turbo 16V | 1.4 Petrol | 155 HP | 6.5 l/100km |
|
Alfa Romeo MiTo 2010 1.4 Turbo 170 Hp
Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
1.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 6.0 l/100km |
|
Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008 1.6 JTDm
Sep 2008 — Jan 2013 Most powerfull diesel version (120 HP) |
1.6 Diesel | 120 HP | 4.9 l/100km |