Following earlier speculation, reports now confirm that Alfa Romeo will produce a high-performance version of its new MiTo hatchback that will wear the vaunted GTA badge. The nameplate was historically used on top-of-the-line performance-oriented Alfas, and will make a comeback with the range-topping MiTo.
Pictured above is a rendering of what the GTA could look like. Power will come from the company's 1750cc 230hp turbo four, with variable valve timing and direct injection. Little else is known at this point, but with 230hp, the MiTo GTA promises to leave the less powerful turbocharged 175hp MINI Cooper S behind in its tracks.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
94 taurus owner @ Jun 24th 2008 2:37PM
Will that make it to the USa also?
carnut @ Jun 24th 2008 3:42PM
dont really needthe 230 but it will make it easier to get a version w/ 170-180, so yippee.
like the concept wheels better.
Nuieve @ Jun 24th 2008 6:19PM
These ugly wheels need to go.
steve-o @ Jun 24th 2008 2:38PM
what a beautiful little ugly bastard.
dear god, please send it here.
MajorGeek @ Jun 24th 2008 2:48PM
I was confused at first as to how to reply. Thank you for nailing it on the head.
dodds @ Aug 31st 2008 8:48AM
where is your taste for design?
Brent @ Jun 24th 2008 2:39PM
Looks like a lot of fun.
BlackCanary @ Jun 24th 2008 2:40PM
I like everything but the vag Alfa grill but its not a deal killer. Ill take one in black!
BlackCanary @ Jun 24th 2008 2:45PM
Totally unrelated - Is anyone else having any trouble getting an avatar to appear? I uploaded and everything but nothing ever shows up. I've tried like 5 different pictures, nothing works. Almost as annoying as the crappy reply function.
SPF @ Jun 24th 2008 2:51PM
Don't know about the avatar, but you can always click the timestamp to reply, that's what I do.
SPF @ Jun 24th 2008 2:48PM
Can not wait, bring it on!!!
TyWright @ Jun 24th 2008 2:49PM
I hope this car helps GM and Ford erode even further...
BlackCanary @ Jun 24th 2008 3:01PM
Why?
Chris @ Jun 24th 2008 4:23PM
Why not?? Anything to hate on GM and Ford. I mean this car isnt even sold here....how could this possible effect GM and Fords sales?? think before you speak.
s13hybrid @ Jun 24th 2008 2:50PM
Me want.
The US really needs a good line up of sporty hatch backs available (preferably AWD, or RWD). If this makes it to the US, and does well I hope to see a lot more from other companies.
Chase @ Jun 24th 2008 3:00PM
All I have to say is... WOW!!!!
That is one fancy little motor! -- I would love to drive this thing.
Chris @ Jun 24th 2008 3:09PM
Il take one in white please!!!!
halogenrepublic @ Jun 24th 2008 3:17PM
It sounds good and all, but how much will it be?
If it is approaching BMW 135i price range, I would take the Bimmer.
T @ Jun 24th 2008 3:42PM
This is in a completely different class (and hopefully price range) than the Bimmer. It's targeting the Mini Cooper S, which starts at 21k and is a turbo'd 1.8 with FWD, whereas the 135i starts at 35k, is a 6cyl and is RWD (and a lot bigger and heavier). I'd probably pet it at under 25k for the US market?
Charlie @ Jun 24th 2008 3:19PM
Anyone know how much it'll weigh? And is that 230bhp naturally aspirated?