Alfa Romeo 156 2003 1.6 T.Spark 16V
Alfa Romeo 156 2003 1.6 petrol description
Sedan Alfa Romeo 156 2003 1.6 T.Spark 16V has been produced from July, 2003 to December, 2005. 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 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 2003 1.6 T.Spark 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Alfa Romeo 156 2003 1.6 T.Spark 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Alfa Romeo 156 2003 1.6 T.Spark 16V fuel consumption is 8.2 litres per 100km (12.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Alfa Romeo is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Alfa Romeo 156 fuel consumption.
Alfa Romeo 156 2003 1.6 T.Spark 16V technical data
| Model: | Alfa Romeo 156 1.6 T.Spark 16V | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2003. July ... 2005. December | ||
| Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 195 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) |
| Top speed: | 200 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.2 (combined) 11.4 (urban) 6.4 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.1 l/100km (29 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres (16.6 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.44m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 378 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1750 kg | ||
Alfa Romeo 156 2003 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 2003 1.6 T.Spark 16V oil type | 10W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.4 litres (4.7 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 6.9 litres (7.3 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 sedan [2003 - 2005] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Alfa Romeo 156 2003 1.6 T.Spark 16V
Jul 2003 — Dec 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 120 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Alfa Romeo 156 2003 1.7 T.Spark 16V Jul 2003 — Dec 2005 | 1.7 Petrol | 140 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Alfa Romeo 156 2003 1.9 JTD
Jul 2003 — Dec 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Alfa Romeo 156 2003 1.9 JTD 16V Jul 2003 — Jan 2005 | 1.9 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Alfa Romeo 156 2003 2.0i Twin Spark Jan 2003 — Jan 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | - | Manual (5) |
| Alfa Romeo 156 2003 2.0 JTS 16V Jul 2003 — Dec 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 165 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Alfa Romeo 156 2003 2.4 JTD 20V
Oct 2003 — Dec 2005 Most powerfull diesel version (175 HP) |
2.4 Diesel | 175 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Alfa Romeo 156 2003 2.5 V6 24V Jul 2003 — Jan 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 11.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Alfa Romeo 156 2003 2.5 V6 24V Q-System
Jul 2003 — Jan 2005 Only version with automatic transmission |
2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Alfa Romeo 156 2003 GTA 3.2 V6 24V
Jul 2003 — Dec 2005 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds |
3.2 Petrol | 250 HP | 12.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |