Alfa Romeo 156 1997 2.0 T.Spark 16V 155 Hp
Alfa Romeo 156 1997 2.0 petrol description
Sedan Alfa Romeo 156 1997 2.0 T.Spark 16V 155 Hp has been produced from October, 1997 to November, 2000. 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 3500 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 180 000 and 310 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Alfa Romeo 156 2.0 engine oil type is 10W-40 and oil capacity is 4.4 litres.
Alfa Romeo 156 1997 2.0 T.Spark 16V 155 Hp has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Alfa Romeo 156 1997 2.0 T.Spark 16V 155 Hp accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 216 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Alfa Romeo 156 1997 2.0 T.Spark 16V 155 Hp fuel consumption is 8.5 litres per 100km (11.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.6 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 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Alfa Romeo real everyday fuel consumption is 9.2 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Alfa Romeo 156 fuel consumption.

Alfa Romeo 156 1997 2.0 T.Spark 16V 155 Hp technical data
Model: | Alfa Romeo 156 2.0 T.Spark 16V 155 Hp | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1997. October ... 2000. November | ||
Engine: | 1970 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 203 g/km |
Power: | 155 HP ON 6400 RPM | Torque: | 187 NM ON 3500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 216 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.5 (combined) 11.7 (urban) 6.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.2 l/100km (25.6 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: | 380 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1770 kg |
Alfa Romeo 156 1997 2.0 T.Spark 16V 155 Hp 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 |
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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 156 1997 2.0 T.Spark 16V 155 Hp oil type | 10W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.4 litres (4.7 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 6.9 litres (7.3 quarts) |
Power | 155 HP ON 6400 RPM |
Torque | 187 NM ON 3500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1998 |
Duration of production | 3 years |
Engine also used on | Alfa Romeo 166 Alfa Romeo 145 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2 other models |
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All Alfa Romeo 156 sedan [1997 - 2002] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Alfa Romeo 156 1997 1.6 T.Spark 16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 120 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2000 1.7 1.8 T.Spark 16V
Nov 2000 — Mar 2002 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.7 Petrol | 140 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 1997 1.7 T.Spark 16V
Oct 1997 — Nov 2000 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.7 Petrol | 144 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 1997 1.9 JTD 105 Hp
Oct 1997 — Nov 2000 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 105 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2000 1.9 JTD 110 Hp
Nov 2000 — Jul 2001 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2001 1.9 JTD 115 Hp
Jul 2001 — Mar 2002 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2000 2.0 T.Spark 16V 150 Hp Nov 2000 — Mar 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 1997 2.0 T.Spark 16V 155 Hp Oct 1997 — Nov 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 155 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 1997 2.4 JTD 136 Hp Oct 1997 — Nov 2000 | 2.4 Diesel | 136 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 2000 2.4 JTD 140 Hp
Nov 2000 — Mar 2002 Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP) |
2.4 Diesel | 140 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Alfa Romeo 156 1997 2.5 V6 24V
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 190 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Alfa Romeo 156 1999 2.5 V6 24V Q-System
Jan 1999 — Mar 2002 Most powerfull petrol version (190 HP) |
2.5 Petrol | 190 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |