Filed under: Hatchbacks, Alfa Romeo
Alfa MiTo GTA confirmed with 230hp
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.
Gallery: Alfa Romeo Mi.To
[Source: 4Car]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
94 taurus owner 2:37PM (6/24/2008)
Will that make it to the USa also?
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carnut 3:42PM (6/24/2008)
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 6:19PM (6/24/2008)
These ugly wheels need to go.
steve-o 2:38PM (6/24/2008)
what a beautiful little ugly bastard.
dear god, please send it here.
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MajorGeek 2:48PM (6/24/2008)
I was confused at first as to how to reply. Thank you for nailing it on the head.
dodds 8:48AM (8/31/2008)
where is your taste for design?
Brent 2:39PM (6/24/2008)
Looks like a lot of fun.
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BlackCanary 2:40PM (6/24/2008)
I like everything but the vag Alfa grill but its not a deal killer. Ill take one in black!
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BlackCanary 2:45PM (6/24/2008)
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 2:51PM (6/24/2008)
Don't know about the avatar, but you can always click the timestamp to reply, that's what I do.
SPF 2:48PM (6/24/2008)
Can not wait, bring it on!!!
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TyWright 2:49PM (6/24/2008)
I hope this car helps GM and Ford erode even further...
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BlackCanary 3:01PM (6/24/2008)
Why?
Chris 4:23PM (6/24/2008)
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 2:50PM (6/24/2008)
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.
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Chase 3:00PM (6/24/2008)
All I have to say is... WOW!!!!
That is one fancy little motor! -- I would love to drive this thing.
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Chris 3:09PM (6/24/2008)
Il take one in white please!!!!
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halogenrepublic 3:17PM (6/24/2008)
It sounds good and all, but how much will it be?
If it is approaching BMW 135i price range, I would take the Bimmer.
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T 3:42PM (6/24/2008)
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 3:19PM (6/24/2008)
Anyone know how much it'll weigh? And is that 230bhp naturally aspirated?
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