Test Drive Alfa Romeo 159 since 2005 Sedan

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All cars Alfa Romeo, including universal, always differed in sports character. The bright example of Alfa 159 Sportwagon, which came to the change of Alfa 156 Sportwagon.
 
The Italians one of the first to understand that sports universals have the right to life. Machines with such a body type appeared in the Alfa Romeo model range in the 1950s. However, Alfa 33 Sportwagon, developed in the early 1980s, has become a truly sporty vehicle. At the same time, along with front-wheel drive machines, versions 4x4 appeared. In March 2000, the debit of Beauties Alfa 156 Sportwagon took place, and in five years later she lost its place on the conveyor of his younger sister even more elegant and technically perfect Alfa 159.
 
Fascinating lines and decisive sports Character Alfa 159 Sportwagon The result of the joint work of Georgeetto Judjaro and the center of the Alfa Romeo style. The eleventclosure of the front of the car is emphasized by a classic triangular shield of a central element of design, sharp clear edges and expressive round headlights. Fine streamlining and volume shared sidewalls. The wagon looks no less effectively than the sedan, but it is more practical. Saving the external sided dimensions (length 4660 mm, width 1828 mm, height 1422 mm), the two-volume version allows you to more productively use the useful space of the cabin. The tank of the trunk is 445 liters, and with a folded back of the rear seat increases to 1235 liters.
 
Spacious exquisite salon, harmonious combining sports and elegance, promises the driver and passengers the maximum convenience. A two- or three-zone climate control system and a hatch in the roof guarantee comfort on a trip, and ergonomic sports seats and silence in the cabin create an atmosphere of home comfort. The panel with elegant and clearly readable analog devices are deployed to the driver. The machine has a multifunctional display, a radio tape recorder with a CD / MP3 player, HI-FI BOSE audio system. The latest generation satellite navigation system and the GSM telephone control the voice commands, the modern Bluetooth speakerphone system recognizes the names of people listed in the notebook. And the Home Link device allows you to open an automatic gate at a distance. This Italian has a hot temperament, in one house she can be bored, so its memory accommodates up to three different goal codes.
 
For Driver Driver Alfa 159 Sportwagon Higher Pleasure. Impecable stability provide double-permercial front and multi-piece rear suspension. Due to the highly efficient brake system equipped with ABS with electronic brake force dispenser, the brake path at 100 km / h is only 36 m. The modern electronic system for maintaining the VDC coursework increases the capabilities of the machine in the limit modes.
 
The car body is distinguished by extremely high rigidity on the twist characteristic of the best models of this class. This is a prerequisite for sustainability on the road in combination with full safety. The increased strength of the body carcass ensures optimal suspension and steering mechanism. The body and outstanding platform together form a rigid and compact design, which contributes to the preservation of the initial characteristics of the car for a long time.
 
When testing this model, engineers paid great attention to the adjustment of running qualities. As a result, it was possible to achieve an optimal balance between comfort, dynamics and handling. Hard body, modern suspension, capable of smoothing any irregularities and ensure the exact operation of the steering, all this is the result of the work of highly qualified specialists.
 
Under the hood of any model Alfa Romeo beats a flame heart. Three gasoline engines (3.2 JTS 260 l. P., 2.2 JTS 185 liters. And 1.9 JTS 160 liters. P.) The result of the latest achievements of MOTOR-Loyaging. All new Alfa Romeo engines in any conditions guarantee high power and torque, minimum fuel consumption, as well as compliance with Euro-4 standards.
 
Often, speaking of a particular car, we call a motor with a low power in a model row weak. However, the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon is not related. Due to the low weight, the excellent temperament is different and a version with a 160-strong engine, and in controllability, it even exceeds more powerful modifications.
 
Alfa 159 Sportwagon with a power unit 3.2 V6 has a constant drive on both axes and is provided with three differentials (Torsen C mid-screen differential). A four-wheel drive creates conditions for a constant dynamic distribution of thrust for four wheels, thus ensuring the maximum level of security and sports patterns of the model.
 
Sportwagon in the standard is equipped with a six-speed mechanical transmission, characterized by high inclusion of gear. The version with the engine 3.2 V6 Q4 is equipped with an innovative automatic CPP Q-Tronic, providing unsurpassed motion comfort. Modifications with a 2.2 JTS engine are offered with a new robotic gearbox selesepeed.
 
The level of active and passive security meets the most stringent requirements. No wonder on the results of the Euroncap test, the car received five stars. In addition to the front and side airbags, protective curtains in the cabin have airbags for leg protection. The rear sofa provides a three-point system for fastening the ISOFIX children's seats.
 
Wide color gamut will satisfy the requirements of even the most demanding esthete. For this model, the choice is offered two levels of configuration, 13 body colors and five color combinations of the cabin (black, gray in two shades, black with beige, black with gray and beige in two shades), upholstery of ALFATEX fabric, leather and leather handheld Pieno Fiore.
 
The cost of Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon ranges from 1,162,800 to 1 699 200 rubles. Depending on the configuration.
 

A source: Magazine cars and prices №9, March 03, 2008.