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2026 Alfa Romeo Junior Hybrid Q4

In 2024, the Italian manufacturer launched a new subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment), the Alfa Romeo Junior, and now a new version of this car has arrived. It is the Alfa Romeo Junior Hybrid Q4 SUV with the new Q4 all-wheel drive technology.

The Junior Hybrid Q4 is powered by a turbocharged 1.2-L engine (136 hp) combined with an electric motor mounted on the rear axle, for a total power of 145 hp. The new configuration includes an electric motor on the front axle, integrated into the 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, and a second electric motor mounted on the rear axle, ensuring drive without a physical connection between the two axles. This optimizes torque distribution, guaranteeing excellent traction in all driving conditions.

In this case, Alfa Romeo has specially tuned the suspension and installed an independent multilink suspension on the rear axle for safer road handling. Drivers also have access to a new Q4 driving mode, designed specifically for low-grip conditions.

The cabin is enhanced with a leather-wrapped steering wheel, Spiga seats with heating and massage functions, an electrically adjustable driver’s seat, eco-leather and fabric upholstery, a 10.25-inch central display, a six-speaker audio system, and aluminum pedals. There are also assistance systems such as level 2 autonomous driving, a 180-degree reversing camera, an electric tailgate, and a keyless entry system with proximity access technology.

Source: Alfa Romeo

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Alfa Romeo Giulietta will not return to the market

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta debuted in 1954 as a 2+2 coupe, followed by a four-door sedan and roadster. The second generation was launched in 1977 as a sedan, while the hatchback version was revealed in 2010. Production continued until 2020, and it is now officially the last generation of this model.

Although in 2023, former Alfa Romeo CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato announced the return of the Giulietta, this will not happen because customers are increasingly opting for SUVs. This means that the Italian company will give more space to the current only model in this segment, the Alfa Romeo Tonale.

In an interview with L’Argus, Alfa Romeo CEO Santo Ficili said: “Honestly, at this moment I don’t see a future for the Giulietta, because there is no demand for a compact sedan. Today’s Giulietta is actually the Tonale.”

Facili also added: “I owned 20 Giuliettas, they were fantastic cars, even today. However, we have to follow the demands of the market, and customers want SUVs. We have to sell cars.”

Alfa Romeo is currently developing a new flagship SUV/crossover for the American market, which should debut in 2027.

Source: L’Argus

Sale

Rare Alfa Romeo SZ Trofeo is for sale

At the 1989 Geneva Motor Show Alfa Romeo unveiled a high-performance limited-production sports car, the Alfa Romeo SZ, developed in partnership with Zagato. It was produced between 1989 and 1991, and only 1,000 units left the production line. Less than 20 Trofeos were ever built and one of them, the Alfa Romeo SZ Trofeo, is for sale.

This car was produced before the 1993 Monaco Grand Prix and was used as a support vehicle, and later competed in several races in the 1993 Italian Supercar GT series. After that, it became part of the private collection of the Italian F1 driver Andrea de Adamich, who regularly drove the car. After 10 years, it was sold to Germany where it was registered for road driving.

Alfa Romeo SZ Trofeo is finished in Red and has always been meticulously maintained by Formula GT, who can confirm that everything is still original. What sets it apart from other examples are the Alfa Romeo badging, 16-inch OZ Racing wheels, and two racer seats in the cabin. The odometer shows less than 22,000 kilometers.

Under the hood is a 3.0-L Busso V6 engine, which is considered one of of the best V6 engines in history. The description states that the car was track-tested by Walter Röhrl (Spielberg), Karl Wendlinger (Mugello) and Joachim Winkelhock (Hockenheim), who were all equally impressed with the handling. The performance is very modest by today’s standards, but on many tracks it can still compete with much more modern monsters.

The car comes with comprehensive photo documentation, spare wheels and parts, and the current price is €185,000.

Source: Race Cars Direct

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Rare Alfa Romeo SZ Trofeo is for sale