What kind of car is the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon?
Sportwagon in TI trim. The Alfa Romeo 159 (Type 939) is a compact executive car produced by the Italian manufacturer Alfa Romeo between 20. It was introduced at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show, as a replacement for the 156.
What are the different trim levels of Alfa Romeo 159?
Alfa Romeo intended for the 159 to compete more directly with BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi by using higher-quality interior materials. Several levels of trim were available depending on the market. Four trim levels namely Progression, Distinctive, Exclusive, and Turismo Internazionale (TI) were generally available.
What is the difference between the Mercedes-Benz 159 and 156?
Due to its platform, the 159 is 225 mm (8.9 in) longer, 85 mm (3.3 in) wider than its predecessor. The considerable growth in dimensions deterred many 156 owners from considering the 159 as a direct replacement model.
Why did the 156 become a replacement for the 159?
The considerable growth in dimensions deterred many 156 owners from considering the 159 as a direct replacement model. Thanks to its new platform, a high level of passive safety was achieved, and the torsional rigidity of the chassis reached 180.000 daNm/rad.
