Alfa Romeo Giulietta (modern) (Italy, 2010-present)

The first generation of the new Alfa Romeo Giulietta model was launched at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. 

Designed by the Alfa Romeo Style Centre, 2010 Giulietta series comes a five-door hatchback. It is based on the new Compact platform.

This generation went on sale in May 2010.

The 2010 Alfa Giulietta offered at the time of its commercial launch, four Turbo engines, all with Euro 5 type-approval and fitted as standard with a Start&Stop system to reduce consumption levels and emissions. Two petrol versions (120 HP 1.4TB and 170 HP 1.4TB MultiAir) and two diesels (105 HP 1.6 JTDM and 170 HP 2.0 JTDM, both second-generation MultiJet engines).

The range is completed by the 235 HP 1750 TBi teamed with Quadrifoglio Verde (Cloverleaf) trim interior.

All the engines are teamed with a manual 6-speed gearbox. The MultiAir and 170 HP 2.0 JTDM engines will also be teamed with a dual-clutch automatic transmission.

The 2010 Alfa Giulietta introduced an entirely new platform – referred to as Compact – designed for  road-holding, agility and safety. It builds on new technical solutions employed for the suspension, a new-generation steering system and a light and rigid structure created from materials such as aluminium and high-strength steels.

Exterior

The frontal styling is a development of Alfa's trademark triangular grille, with a brand new interpretation of the classic shield, embedded in the front bumper and suspended between the air vents. The front headlights have DRL (Daylight Running Lights) with LED technology.

In profile, the Alfa Romeo Giuliettas side windows recall the appearance of a coupé, emphasising the dynamism and fluidity of the shapes, including the concealed rear door handles. Ribs on the vehicle sides elongate the car while clean lines accentuate the angular shape of the body.

The rear lights also use LED technology which serves a stylish purpose and also enhances preventive safety.

The overall measurements of the new car are compact. The new 2010 Giulietta is 4.35 metres long, 1.46 metres high and 1.80 metres wide, with a wheelbase of 2.63 metres.

Interior

The main commands are grouped together at the centre of the dashboard and feature the same design as the commands on the 8C Competizione. In addition, the navigation system with pop-up display allows drivers to view either maps or the mechanical operating parameters set on the Alfa DNA system without having to take their eyes off the road.

There are open storage compartments situated in various parts of the passenger compartment: in front of the gear lever, on the centre console and on the interior door trim. There are closed storage compartments – depending on the chosen version – on the top of the dashboard, under the dashboard opposite the front passenger (cooled with dual zone climate control), and in both front and rear armrests

Alfa DNA

Driving can be adapted with the Alfa DNA selector, a system that customises the vehicle's behaviour to suit different road conditions and driving styles, emphasising the three set-up functions (Dynamic, Normal and All Weather). Fitted as standard on the entire Giulietta range, the system is designed to modify the operating parameters of the engine, gearbox, steering system and Q2 electronic differential, in addition to the behaviour logic of the Vehicle Dynamic Control system (VDC).

At launch, the 2010 Alfa Rome Giulietta was available in the trims Progression and Distinctive along with two custom packs: Sport Pack and Premium Pack.

All the devices linked to active and passive safety are fitted as standard on the entire Giulietta range.

The Progression version comes standard with the Alfa D.N.A. system (with Q2 electronic differential and DST), VDC (including ASR and hill holder), six airbags, front seat belts with dual pretensioners, and front seats with an anti-whiplash system. Standard equipment also includes manual climate control, 16’’ wheels, front electric windows and a trip computer.

Distinctive offers the following in addition to the standard equipment of the former: dual zone automatic climate control, leather steering wheel with radio controls, cruise control, radio with CD and MP3 player and dual tuner function, fog lights, reconfigurable instrument panel, seats upholstered in Competizione fabric, and a chromed insert framing the side windows. The dashboard on Distinctive versions has an insert painted in magnesium grey or, alternatively, in Ghiaccio white or Alfa Red as well as in brushed burnished aluminium.

The 2010 Giulietta range is completed by the 235 HP Giulietta 1750 TBi Quadrifoglio Verde (Cloverleaf), a Alfa Romeo symbol which has competed on tracks all over the world. Equipped with the highest-performing engine in the range, this version stands out for its sports styling, teamed with 17’’ (18’’ optional) wheels.