Alfa Romeo 159
The Alfa Romeo 159 is a five-seat estate produced from 2004, powered by a 2.2-litre four-cylinder petrol engine developing 136 kW. It measures 4,660 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 1,617 kg.
| Manufacturer | Fiat |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2004 |
| Body type | Estate |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Engine power | 85 kW (114 hp) |
| Kerb weight | 1,600 kg |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 2 European countries that registered the Alfa Romeo 159 in 2025 (4 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Alfa Romeo 159 cars registered for the first time across 2 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 3 |
| Romania | 1 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Alfa Romeo 159 (from registration data). 14 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.7 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 233 km/h | – | – |
| 1.7 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 235 km/h | – | – |
| 1.8 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 205 km/h | – | – |
| 1.8 l · 4-cyl | – | – | – | – | – |
| 1.9 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 208 km/h | – | – |
| 1.9 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 208 km/h | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 212 km/h | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 213 km/h | – | – |
| 2.2 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 223 km/h | – | – |
| 2.2 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 222 km/h | – | – |
| 2.4 l · 5-cyl | – | – | 229 km/h | – | – |
| 2.4 l · 5-cyl | – | – | 228 km/h | – | – |
| 3.2 l · 6-cyl | – | – | 242 km/h | – | – |
| 3.2 l · 6-cyl | – | – | 240 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Generations
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 62% of Alfa Romeo 159s pass their MOT test first time, based on 4,225 inspections.
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Alfa Romeo 159 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Alfa Romeo recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- How much power does the Alfa Romeo 159 have?
- The Alfa Romeo 159 produces 85 kW (114 hp).
- How much does the Alfa Romeo 159 weigh?
- The Alfa Romeo 159 has a kerb weight of about 1,600 kg.