2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio RWD

pros

Unmistakably Italian styling; all-new sports sedan chassis; powerful engine lineup; premium feel; available all-wheel drive.

model highlights

The Giulia comes in three basic flavors: the base Giulia, the upscale Giulia Ti and the high-performance Giulia Quadrifoglio. At the heart of the Giulia and Giulia Ti is a high-pressure 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine making 280 horsepower and 306 lb-feet of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. Should buyers specify, the Giulia and the Giulia Ti can be equipped with all-wheel drive, a $2,000 option. Either way, the Giulia can hit 60 mph in comfortably under six seconds.

The Quadrifoglio variant of course, is on another level. Alfa Romeo claims that the Giulia Quadrifoglio is the most powerful production car they've ever built offering a staggering 505 horsepower from a 2.9L V6 thanks to twin turbochargers. All that power is sent to the rear wheels to make 60 mph come in only 3.9 seconds.

Regardless of which Giulia buyers choose, equipment and options are similar to competitors in this price range, which is to say very nice, with plenty of available options to make the cars even nicer. Base Giulia models come with 17-inch wheels, bi-xenon headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, a 6.5-inch screen for in in car entertainment and the backup camera, rear parking sensors, keyless entry and keyless go, leather seating, dual-zone climate control, USB and Bluetooth integration, steering wheel mounted audio controls, rear seat ventilation and an integrated garage door opener.

The Giulia Ti isn't much more expensive than the base Giulia, but it gets bigger 18-inch wheels, a bigger 8.8-inch color screen, heated front seats and a heated steering wheel, along with a nicer interior featuring dark grey oak interior accents.

The Quadrifoglio has 19-inch aluminum wheels and unique exterior aero bits along with lots of tricks to make go faster and handle better. Among these tricks are an active torque vectoring rear differential, and active suspension which lets drivers determine the driving mode with the touch of a button. Combined, these two features give the Giulia truly sports car like handling, making it the kind of no compromise vehicle that people could've only dreamed of a few years ago.

Option packages on the Giulia include a driver assistance package, a sport appearance package and a navigation package which also adds SiriusXM satellite radio. Standalone options include a wide variety of wheels and a big dual-pane sunroof.

model news

The Alfa Romeo Giulia was released into the Alfa Romeo lineup in 2017 and was an incredibly important car for the company. Going into 2018 it gets some changes to the options packages, new trim level names and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity have been added this year.

value writeup

The Giulia starts at just under $38,000 and should compete with other entry level luxury sedans and sport sedans such as the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the BMW 3-Series and the Audi A4. The High performance Quadrifoglio version of the Giulia likewise does battle with the BMW M3 and the Mercedes AMG C63 and is priced accordingly, starting around $73,000. The Giulia has several advantages over its rivals however. The Giulia's styling seems far more emotional and raw that anything seen from the relatively staid German competition. Alfa Romeo, via its corporate connections, also has access to Ferrari and their knowledge of how to build exceptional performance cars.

Warranty Information

Basic:
4 Years/50,000 Miles

Drivetrain:
4 Years/50,000 Miles

Corrosion:
5 Years/Unlimited Miles

Roadside Assistance:
4 Years/Unlimited Miles

Maintenance:
1 Years/10,000 Miles

Recall Information

US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
17V823000

Mfg's Report Date:
DEC 19, 2017

Component:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number Of Units Affected:
216

Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio vehicles. The braking system on these vehicles may have been filled with contaminated brake fluid, possibly damaging the system and affecting its performance.

Consequence:
A reduction in braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy:
Alfa Romeo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the braking system, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 1, 2018. Owners may contact Alfa Romeo customer service at 1-844-253-2872. Chrysler's number for this recall is T84.

Dates of Manufacture:
NOV 13, 2017 to NOV 22, 2017

Manufacturer Recall Number:
T84
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
18V636000

Mfg's Report Date:
SEP 13, 2018

Component:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Potential Number Of Units Affected:
34357

Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles, equipped with 2.0L engines. These engines may misfire causing the catalytic converter to overheat, possibly resulting in damage to the nearby wiring and engine components.

Consequence:
Heat damage to the engine compartment wiring or components can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles for diagnostic codes, and update the engine control module software, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-844-253-2872. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA4.

Dates of Manufacture:
SEP 01, 2016 to SEP 03, 2018

Manufacturer Recall Number:
UA4
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
18V828000

Mfg's Report Date:
NOV 25, 2018

Component:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Potential Number Of Units Affected:
6136

Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles equipped with GME 280HP engines and All Wheel Drive ("AWD"). The brake fluid line may contact a coolant hose clamp, possibly causing brake fluid to leak onto the exhaust.

Consequence:
Brake fluid leaking onto the exhaust can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket on the brake fluid line to prevent contact with the coolant hose clamp. If damage is found on the brake line, it will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB9.

Dates of Manufacture:
SEP 06, 2016 to SEP 17, 2017

Manufacturer Recall Number:
UB9
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
19V148000

Mfg's Report Date:
FEB 28, 2019

Component:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

Potential Number Of Units Affected:
19114

Summary:
FCA US LLC (Alfa Romeo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2017-2019 Giulia vehicles. The Brake System Module (BSM) software may prevent the driver from disabling the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) after the traction control system detects a specific wheel slip.

Consequence:
The driver's inability to deactivate the ACC can increase the risk of crash.

Remedy:
Alfa Romeo has notified owners, and dealers will update the BSM software, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Alfa Romeo customer service 1-800-853-1403. The Alfa Romeo number for this recall is V27.

Dates of Manufacture:
SEP 06, 2016 to FEB 20, 2019

Manufacturer Recall Number:
V27
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
19V551000

Mfg's Report Date:
JUL 24, 2019

Component:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL

Potential Number Of Units Affected:
21914

Summary:
Alfa Romeo (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Giulia and Stelvio vehicles. The Body Control Module (BCM) may indicate an inaccurate fuel level that displays higher than the actual amount.

Consequence:
The vehicle may be operated without enough fuel in the tank causing a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy:
Alfa Romeo will notify owners, and dealers will update the BCM software, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Alfa Romeo customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Alfa Romeo's number for this recall is V84.

Dates of Manufacture:
MAY 04, 2018 to MAY 28, 2019

Manufacturer Recall Number:
V84

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