Alfa Romeo 2003 156 Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    You are paying for the looks which ARE gorgeous.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Expensive to run.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The best 2-litre engine around. Handling not that great.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Need to get the revs up, but the surge is worth the wait.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    This car does not age well.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Externally perfect.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good driving position.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Unremarkable.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Poor.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    New engine required after cambelt failure at 60,000 miles, despite regular servicing.

    Other

    Overheating. Creaks, rattles and thuds in abundance.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No