1998-2007 166 OverviewAlfa Romeo 166 Overview (1998 - 2007)
1998 - 2007
Tech Specs Summary
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- 126 - 152 mph
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- 7.4 - 9.9 seconds
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- 134 - 237 hp
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- 18.8 - 32.6 mpg
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- 3,131 - 3,560 lbs
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- 17.3 ft3
The Alfa Romeo 166 was produced by the Italian manufacturer Alfa Romeo between 1998 - 2007. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Sedan. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 134 hp 2.4 L Inline 5 Turbo diesel engine to a 237 hp 2.5 L V6 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 166 is the Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24v which scores 2.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 217 hp and a power/weight ratio of 15.34 lb/hp it has a top speed of 150 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Alfa Romeo 166 2.4 JTD 8v is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 620 miles and can store 17.3 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,307 lbs.