2023 Alfa Romeo Giulia

　　

2023 Alfa Romeo Giulia Review

byMichael CantuCorrespondent

　　Michael Cantu has worked in the automotive industry since 2014. He has written over 800 car-related articles and tested and reviewed over 100 vehicles over the course of his career. Michael is a contributor at zzdcar and has also contributed to MotorTrend, Digital Trends and InsideEVs. Michael was featured on a few InsideEVs YouTube channel videos on the topic of electric vehicles. Michael was a MotorTrend Car of the Year judge for 2019 and was a driver in MotorTrend's World's Greatest Drag Races 7 & 8.

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　　The Giulia doesn't look or drive like any other small luxury sedan out there. Its distinctive grille will undoubtedly turn heads, and the way it handles puts traditional luxury sedans to shame. But this Alfa isn't for everyone. Some prefer the comfort, luxury and tech offered by rivals like the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Audi A4, and don't mind sharing the road with thousands of other drivers who made the same decision. The Giulia is made for those who want a unique luxury sedan with an engaging driving experience.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$168/mo  for Giulia Sprint

　　Giulia Sprint

　　Sprint 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) - $44,280 MSRPSprint 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) - $46,280 MSRPTi 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) - $46,320 MSRPTi 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) - $48,320 MSRPVeloce 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) (Most Popular) - $49,920 MSRPVeloce 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) - $51,920 MSRPEstrema 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) - $55,420 MSRPEstrema 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) - $57,420 MSRPQuadrifoglio 4dr Sedan (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8A) - $79,760 MSRP

　　vs

　　$165/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　For 2023, Alfa Romeo adds two new limited-edition trim levels: Lusso and Estrema. The Lusso builds off the Ti trim and adds a special leather interior and an upgraded audio system. The Estrema is based on the loaded Veloce trim and comes standard with a limited-slip differential and the adaptive suspension system from the high-performance Quadrifoglio model. The Estrema also sports carbon-fiber interior and exterior accents and 19-inch black wheels with black brake calipers. Dark Estrema exterior badging is also included.

　　The Giulia's 280-horsepower turbo-four engine is one of the most potent and lively standard engines in the segment, and don't forget about the bonkers 505-hp turbocharged V6 that powers the Quadrifoglio. If you prioritize the way a car drives, you can't go wrong with the Giulia. Its precise handling and Italian flair, though, come at a price. Check out the zzdcar Expert Rating below to get our test team's full review of the Giulia's performance, tech, comfort and more.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Average

　　7.4

　　out of 10

　　zzdcar TESTED

　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

8.0/10

　　How does the Giulia drive? The Alfa Romeo Giulia feels like a proper sport sedan. At the zzdcar test track, our Giulia Veloce test vehicle sprinted from 0 to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds, which is among the segment's quickest for a base engine-equipped vehicle. The steering wheel is nicely weighted, and the body responds quickly to steering inputs. Handling is superb, with little body roll and razor-sharp accuracy. Notably, our test car came equipped with summer-rated tires, and we found they provided plenty of grip through turns.

　　A few faults drag down this score. The brakes clamp on pretty hard, so it takes a light foot to stop smoothly. The transmission also isn't quick to downshift when you really dig in for more speed.

　　

Comfort

7.5/10

　　How comfortable is the Giulia? The Giulia is a sport sedan first and foremost, but it's also reasonably comfortable. The front seats are supportive and have plenty of adjustments to dial in your ideal position. But some drivers might find the unyielding thigh bolsters to be intrusive. The Giulia rides firmly, and cracked road surfaces transmit hard thunks into the cabin, but it's acceptable overall considering the car's sporty nature.

　　On the downside, the engine that sounds great when wrung out is also hollow and coarse at low rpm, and our test car's summer tires made a lot of road noise at highway speeds. We also found that the automatic climate system didn't blow as much air as we desired.

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