2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia Review: Form And Function
The suave and quite clinical premium sedans proffered by the prominent German marques are all very compelling, but Alfa Romeo's 2021 Giulia is special. It's a beautiful, sleek, and distinct compact sedan that's been imbued with the performance potential any Alfa Romeo devotee would relish and any motoring enthusiast could respect. With up to 280 horsepower mustered up from its turbocharged inline-4 gas engine combined with its selection of finely tuned underpinnings, the Giulia is an absolute blast to drive. So much so, that one could easily overlook its many flaws. From its outmoded technology and subpar build-quality to its confined back seats and diminutive trunk, there's quite a bit that could turn the average US shopper away from this cool but not-so-pragmatic 4-door sedan. Nevertheless, the Giulia sedan continues to sell and has, in fact, become critical to the brands restored success, purely by virtue of its striking good looks and enthralling performance. It offers something unique to its more austere rivals such as the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
2021 Giulia Exterior
Dimensions
| Length | Wheelbase | Height | Max Width | Front Width | Rear Width | Curb Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 182.5 in | 111.0 in | 56.5 in | 73.7 in | 61.3 in | 63.9 in | 3,521.0 lbs |
2021 Giulia Performance
2021 Giulia Interior
2021 Giulia Trunk and Cargo Space
Warranty
| Basic | Drivetrain | Corrosion | Roadside Assistance | Maintenance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Years / 50,000 Miles | 4 Years / 50,000 Miles | 5 Years / Unlimited Miles | 4 Years / Unlimited Miles | 1 Years / 10,000 Miles |
Verdict: Is the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia A Good Sedan?
With renowned cars such as the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and Audi A4 residing within this end of the classification, competition for the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia is major. Every one of those sedans also offer pretty much the same thing - proficient and dynamic performance showings and plush cabins with seating for four/five. The German cars deliver in all of those categories, but also don't compromise on the pragmatic side of things. It's here that the Giulia differentiates itself, sacrificing some of its functionality in favor of a truly breathtaking aesthetic that no rival can replicate or beat. Yes, the Giulia's cabin is a little shoddy here and there, its back seats confined, and the trunk rather diminutive, but those flaws are easy to forgive with just how pretty and unique it is.
The 2021 Giulia is also a phenomenally entertaining car to drive, offering strapping acceleration responses and exhilarating handling prowess. It's not quite as refined as its comparative rivals, but it's surprisingly fuel-efficient. Only the IIHS has subjected the current first-generation 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia to review for its crashworthiness, and the authority availed it with a favorable safety rating.
If you're searching for a beautiful sedan that's really fun and capable, the Giulia will deliver. It's otherwise not the most luxurious or pragmatic saloon money can buy.
What Alfa Romeo Giulia Model Should I Buy?
With the entry-spec Sprint 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia sedan's price coming in at $40,350, it is a really tempting offer. The mid-spec Ti is the Giulia trim we'd recommend, however, as it comes outfitted with a few extra niceties such as a heated steering wheel, heated front seats, 3D navigation, and a dual-pane panoramic sunroof. We'd throw in the $995 Performance Package for the cool aluminum pedals and handy limited-slip differential so you can get the most out of the Giulia's potential. We'd also opt in the Active Assist 2 Package for $1,695, which adds all of the driver-assistance technologies Alfa offers for the line.