Alfa Unveils The 159 Turismo Internazionale In the UK

Alfa Romeo UK announced it’s extending the 159 range with the addition of the sporty TI versions. Short for Turismo Internazionale, the TI badged Alfa 159 line-up benefits from a body kit, lowered sports suspension, 19-inch alloy wheels, red Brembo brake callipers all-round, plus chrome effect door mirrors and exhaust which make the lustful Italian sedan simply irresistible. UK buyers can choose among three exterior paintjobs: Alfa Red, Stromboli Grey and Carbonio black. Having seen them all, Carscoop undoubtedly votes for the Alfa Red. -Continued: Click “Read More…” after the jump

Inside the TI models boast electrically adjustable and heated leather front sports seats along with new sports dials, aluminium sports pedals, kick plates and trim inserts. A leather-clad sports steering wheel and gear knob are also included in the sporty specification list. Drivers can choose from three engines, two petrol units: 2.2 JTS and 3.2 JTS V6; and one diesel option: a 2.4 JTDM plus a choice of manual or QTRONIC gearboxes. Additionally, Alfa Romeo’s Q4 4WD system, (standard on the 3.2 JTS V6) can also be specified on the diesel version.

ALFA 159 TI MODEL RANGE & OTR PRICE LIST

Engine----------------------------Saloon -----Sportwagon

2.2 JTS TI -----------------------£23,400 ---£24,500

3.2 JTS V6 Q4 TI----------------£29,200 ---£30,300

3.2 JTS V6 Q4 TI QTRONIC----£30,650 ---£31,750

2.4 JTDM TI----------------------£25,400--- £26,500

2.4 JTDM TI QTRONIC ---------£26,850---- £27,950

2.4 JTDM Q4 TI ---------------- £27,400 ---£28,500

*Prices are suitably attractive, with all this extra equipment costing just £750 more than the top spec Lusso models