Alfa Romeo 156 Saloon 2.4 JTD S1 4d (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Costs
Thirsty for a diesel compared to the likes of the Audi TDi range.
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On the road
Driving
Sharp handling, good ride comfort, excellent seat/wheel adjustments. Good all round vision, all mod cons. Slight understeer compared to petrol versions.
Performance
Excellent 2.4 5 cylinder diesel! 140 bhp and feels like more.
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Living with it
Reliability
Front suspension is just not sturdy enough to cope with extra weight of the diesel engine. Bottoms out very easily on bumpy roads. I have replaced my sump TWICE at a cost of about £515.00 each time…
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Head turner, a BIG hit with the teenage children!
Comfort
Easy to get comfortable. Only one gripe - the angle of the clutch pedal.
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Security and Service
Security
Still there.
Service
Don"t know yet - dealer does the very best they can.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Sump damage (as above).
Other
Alfa really need to beef up the suspension on this car - I can"t afford a new sump at regular intervals!
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes