Alfa Romeo Giulia (2015)
The Alfa Romeo Giulia (2015) refers to the model year designation for the revival of the Giulia nameplate by Italian automaker Alfa Romeo. This Giulia, designated internally as the Type 952, represents a compact executive car (D-segment in Europe) that went into production in 2016, though officially designated as a 2015 model year vehicle initially. It marked Alfa Romeo's return to a rear-wheel-drive platform for a sedan after a long hiatus and aimed to compete with established German rivals like the BMW 3 Series, Audi A4, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
The Giulia (2015) is notable for its Italian design, emphasis on driving dynamics, and available high-performance Quadrifoglio variant, powered by a Ferrari-derived twin-turbocharged V6 engine. Lower trim levels offer a range of turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines.
Key features of the Giulia (2015) include:
- Rear-wheel drive (RWD) platform: Offered improved handling and driving experience compared to Alfa Romeo's previous front-wheel-drive sedans. All-wheel drive (Q4) versions were also available.
- Lightweight construction: Extensive use of aluminum and carbon fiber to reduce weight and improve performance.
- Advanced technology: Available features included adaptive suspension, torque vectoring, and driver-assistance systems.
- Quadrifoglio variant: The high-performance version, boasting significant power output and track-focused features.
- Italian design: Embodied Alfa Romeo's distinctive styling cues, both inside and out.
The Alfa Romeo Giulia (2015) played a significant role in Alfa Romeo's attempt to re-establish itself as a premium automotive brand and recapture its performance-oriented heritage.