Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon 1.6 T.Spark 16V
Alfa Romeo 156 2002 1.6 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon 1.6 T.Spark 16V has been produced from March, 2002 to July, 2003. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 120 horsepower on 6200 rpm and torque 146 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 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 without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 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 156 1.6 engine oil type is 10W-40 and oil capacity is 4.4 litres.
Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon 1.6 T.Spark 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon 1.6 T.Spark 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon 1.6 T.Spark 16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.3 litres per 100km (12 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Alfa Romeo real everyday fuel consumption is 8.7 litres per 100 km, which is 5% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Alfa Romeo 156 fuel consumption.

Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon 1.6 T.Spark 16V technical data
Model: | Alfa Romeo 156 Sportwagon 1.6 T.Spark 16V | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 2002. March ... 2003. July | ||
Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 198 g/km |
Power: | 120 HP ON 6200 RPM | Torque: | 146 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 200 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.3 (combined) 11.5 (urban) 6.5 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.7 l/100km (27 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres (16.6 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.43m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 360 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1180 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1795 kg |
Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon 1.6 T.Spark 16V engine AR32104
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 | 1598 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 75.65 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.3 : 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 156 2002 Sportwagon 1.6 T.Spark 16V oil type | 10W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.4 litres (4.7 quarts) |
Power | 120 HP ON 6200 RPM |
Torque | 146 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2000 |
Duration of production | 10 years |
Engine also used on | Alfa Romeo 147 |
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All Alfa Romeo 156 estate car [2002 - 2006] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon 1.6 T.Spark 16V
Mar 2002 — Jul 2003 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 120 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon 1.7 T.Spark 16V
Mar 2002 — Jul 2003 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.7 Petrol | 140 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon 1.9 JTD
Mar 2002 — Jul 2003 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2003 Sportwagon 1.9 JTD 16V Jan 2003 — Jul 2003 | 1.9 Diesel | 140 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon 2.0 JTS 16V Mar 2002 — Jul 2003 | 2.0 Petrol | 165 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon 2.0 JTS 16V Selespeed Mar 2002 — Jul 2003 | 2.0 Petrol | 165 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2003 Sportwagon 2.4 JTD
Mar 2003 — Jul 2006 Most powerfull diesel version (175 HP) |
2.4 Diesel | 175 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon 2.5 V6 24V Mar 2002 — Jul 2003 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 11.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon 2.5 V6 24V Q-System Mar 2002 — Jul 2003 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2002 Sportwagon GTA 3.2 V6 24V
Mar 2002 — Jul 2003 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds |
3.2 Petrol | 250 HP | 12.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2003 Sportwagon GTA 3.2 V6 24V Selespeed
Apr 2003 — Jul 2003 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds |
3.2 Petrol | 250 HP | 12.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) |