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As if the 510 PS Giulia Quadrifoglio wasn’t bonkers enough, Alfa Romeo has a big surprise for fans of its sports sedans. As a matter of fact, it has two big surprises as the Giulia is getting not only one but two limited edition, higher-performance variants of the Quadrifoglio series. They’re called GTA and GTAm. The iconic GTA (Gran Turismo Alleggerita) moniker returns in style on the Giulia GTA and Giulia GTAm sports sedans on steroids. Technically and conceptually inspired by the Giulia GTA of 1965 developed by Autodelta, the 2021 Alfa Romeo GTA is based on the Giulia Quadrifoglio and comes in two stages of commitment: the standard Giulia GTA and the hardcore Giulia GTAm.\ Both are powered by an uprated version of Alfa Romeo’s 2.9-liter V6 Bi-Turbo engine which now makes 540 PS (532 HP) – 30 PS (30 HP) more than the Giulia Quadrifoglio. Alfa Romeo engineers’ focus when developing the Giulia GTAs was to improve aerodynamics and handling but above all to reduce weight...

After a quick preview earlier, Alfa Romeo is ready to show us more of the new Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio ‘Alfa Romeo Racing’ limited edition models, built with some help from Sauber Engineering. The Formula 1 outfit provided assistance with designing the exclusive carbon fiber Aero kit worn by the two vehicles, and then provided two F1 drivers to pose next to them in 2007 World Champion Kimi Raikkonen and 2019 rookie Antonio Giovinazzi. The changes aren’t just cosmetic, says the Italian automaker. They actually improve the aerodynamic performance of the two family cars by increasing downforce and enhancing their overall dynamic qualities. Other mods include the carbon fiber exterior details (including the roofs), Sparco leather and Alcantara sports seats with carbon shell, oversized brakes with carbon-ceramic discs, and custom Akrapovic titanium exhaust systems. Altogether, both cars weigh about 28 kg (61 lbs) less than their standard counterparts. Oh and the pai...

Alfa Romeo is celebrating the impressive performance of the Giulia Quadrifoglio and Stelvio Quadrifoglio by announcing plans to unveil Nürburgring Editions at the Geneva Motor Show. Designed to pay tribute to their Nürburgring lap records, the special editions have an exclusive Circuito Grey exterior with carbon fiber accents on the grille and mirror caps. The models have also been equipped with black wheels that are backed up by a carbon-ceramic braking system. Moving into the cabin, drivers will find carbon fiber shelled Sparco racing seats with red contrast stitching. Designers also installed an individually numbered plaque and a leather / Alcantara steering wheel with carbon fiber inserts. Other highlights include a Harman Kardon premium audio system and an 8.8-inch infotainment system with GPS navigation as well as Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. Production will be limited to 108 units each and both models will be powered by a twin-turbo 2.9-liter V...

FCA boss Sergio Marchionne has revealed that unless something unexpected happens, the next-generation  Jeep Grand Cherokee  will use the same Giorgio platform as the Alfa Romeo Giulia and  Stelvio . During an interview with  Autocar  at the Detroit Auto Show, Marchionne said that a feasibility study was currently being completed into the viability of building the new  Grand Cherokee  on the Giorgio platform and that if all goes well, an Alfa-based Jeep will hit the market in 2018 or 2019. “The most natural application of a further evolution of the Alfa Romeo platform is the Grand Cherokee. We’re finishing off the study now, but I’m going on the basis of the latest information, which is that it will be the basis upon which the Grand Cherokee will be developed, unless something happens in the next 60 days that suggests it isn’t doable. “That would really complete the story of architectural development for us because I think it would certainly nail in ...

Alfa Romeo has officially revealed the mainstream version of the new Giulia at  the Geneva Motor Show .  Order books for the  eagerly-anticipated Alfa Romeo  will finally open from April 15th in Europe, Middle East and Africa regions.  The new Alfa Romeo Giulia will be initially available with three engines, one petrol and two diesel units. These include an all-aluminum direct-injected turbo-petrol 2.0-litre -the first of a new family of engines- with 200hp at 5,000rpm and 245lb ft (330Nm) of torque at 1,750rpm paired exclusively to an eight-speed automatic. There's also an all-aluminum 2.2-litre diesel unit offered in two versions, 150hp and 180hp, featuring the latest-generation Multijet II injection system and paired to a six-speed manual gearbox with the option of the eight-speed automatic.  Alfa Romeo  worked extensively  to offer a perfectly balanced RWD chassis, going for a double wishbone setup at the front and a 4.5-link suspension at ...