Alfa Romeo Giulietta tested

Sporty
The 105bhp diesel and range-topping 235bhp Cloverleaf petrol units were available for Motor Trader to test on busy Sussex roads.

The Giulietta impressed with its sharp, sporty lines and a stylish interior instantly setting it apart from mainstream rivals, such as the VW Golf, that Alfa now expects to compete against.

Yet it's practical too. The ample interior space, especially in the rear, belies the looks, while the boot is every bit as big as the Golf's. Both cars were smooth riding with excellent grip through corners.

DNA
However it was hard to quantify the supposed extra added by Alfa's DNA suspension system with normal, dynamic and all-weather modes - normal seemed to look after the car sufficiently well.

Fact file

Models: Petrol 1.4 120bhp, 1.4 170bhp, 1.75 235bhp. Diesel 1.6 105bhp, 2.0 170bhp

On sale: Now

Price range: £16,995-£24,995

Sales forecast: Full year, 6,000.

Retail/Business split: 50/50

Rivals: VW Golf, Audi A3

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