2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia AWD Review - Good Or Garbage?

[@ShootingCars]

This car is an 8 speed automatic, not 7 speed. Thank you for the correction!

[@andycalenzo1590]

I bought my 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia Q4 in July of 2020 and love driving it! I got it for a great price & have had ZERO issues with it. I'm using it as my daily driver here in Upstate NY & as you would expect, the winter weather has given the Q4 AWD system a work out. This AWD system is incredible as I have run flat summer tires on the car and in 2 to 3" of snow, no issues. It climbs my ice covered slippery driveway like it was a summer day which I find amazing considering the summer tires that are on the car. For anyone who is interested in buying a used Giulia, there are Service Contracts available for the car as I purchased one with a 5 year, 75,000 mile coverage plan. My car is also still covered under the 4 year, 50,000 mile factory warranty so I'm somewhat shielded from out of pocket repair expenses. I highly recommend this wonderful automobile & in my neighborhood, populated with Audi's, BMW's, & Mercedes, it's nice driving something different...

[@versify9340]

What was the name of the dealership

[@jeff346]

I found so many 2017 TI C4 in a local dealer ship. All priced around 20k, is it a good buy ? Any problem?

[@Velocidadalmaximo1234]

It’s dangerous to drive summers on winter my guy hopefully you don’t crash

[@wavegod9387]

how much did u pay for the warranty (don’t ignore this comment)

[@JoseHernandez-ql3ux]

When I traded in my 05 nissan 350z for a base 2017 giulia q4 w/ winter package and sport package, I honestly fell in love with the Giulia everyday. There was something new I discovered every time I got in the car. Also drives flawless (in "a" mode) in these past snow days here in Chicago. You should of added the small interior and exterior lighting it has as well, very luxurious and convenient.

[@thecatalyst6790]

Just bought one myself best car I have ever owned hands down.

[@akash_goel]

Got this a couple of weeks ago! Been enjoying driving this beauty so far :)

[@GF0033]

enjoy the hell out of it! I purchased mine this past march and it has been such a loyal vehicle. best decision, vehicle-wise, that i have ever made.

[@effa114]

Nice review! I’ve watched a lot of reviews of the Giulia and you have found some genuinely unique little features that I haven’t seen elsewhere, and I appreciate you giving your opinions so readily, including calling out Clarkson where it’s due, and being fair to the infotainment. This is my first time watching any of your content and I think you’re doing a great job!

[@LuisSoto-ho5fw]

Performance driving 101: Better do all your shifting in a straight line.

[@maverick1562]

Most helpful review ive seen so far! Liked 😊

[@NOrlando952]

I’m surprised this video doesn’t have more views. This was very well made. You earned a sub!

[@iraklikh6619]

its transmission is perfect ! in dynamic very hard and fast changes , in advance very smooth and slow . perfect working algorithm

[@dunhamjr5531]

about the paddles being column mounted and not being able to reach them when the wheel is turned... thats because you are SUPPOSED to move your hands. every performance driving school/instructor i have been to suggests this. mostly with a shuffle steer, aka dont cross one arm over the other. but anything is better than stiff arm locked grip. and IMO having had both wheel mounted and column mounted... column mounted is vastly superior since you always know where they paddles are. always.

[@davidn5334]

Good Job Bro ! Very clear, transparent, and distinctive !

[@IraTopp]

Got the exact same car, but in volcanic black, with a glossy red wrap. Overall 9/10. 10/10 when there was a local OKC dealer, and while I haven't had any issues outside of what was covered under the warranty (car gets flatbedded to nearest dealer), I worry that when something does break, it'll set me back a bit at the local Stellantis dealer (Fiat Chrysler). I will say it does have a slight bit of difficulty going from a stop to moving on a steeper incline, but 34mpg on the highway is quite nice. I also don't like the fact that in the 2017 model, the drivers seat automatically goes back when you open the door. I kind of wish they made that a feature that you could tweak in the OBD2 setup, but it was fixed in the 2018 version. 🤷‍♂️

[@eclypse3d]

That is not a BASE model either, it does not come with paddle shifters in the base trim, I think that is the TI sport or above trim levels.

[@owenigbinoba1475]

Correct

[@landisreynolds8496]

Just to let you know a lot of car enthusiasts and professional drivers (not that I am one) are always talking about how they prefer the paddle shifters being stationary. So that way if you’ve got the wheel turned every which way, you’ll always know where they are

[@ertp3938]

Dude, looks like you were having a blast, thanks for the car review. Looking into one of these in the future…

[@Danny-fk3px]

Really great video! Well done, nice camera usage, fun verbal content, good structure. Great job, man.

[@MrIEnigma]

I have 2017 Giulia with muffler delete. Just did 3 year maintenace, $970.00 @36K miles. I simply love to drive this car. Let me know if you would like breakdown of 970?

[@MrIEnigma]

I have 8 speed not 7.

[@xhonkeri4066]

I’m interested

[@Winningsince95]

Is this car reliable? I saw one for $14k 2017

[@xhonkeri4066]

@@Winningsince95 If you’re on a tight budget, I wouldn’t get one

[@davewallace7645]

breakdown of 970 please?

[@Sbinott0]

4:08 the first pronunciation is correct, if followed by letters "e" and "i" both g and c are pronounced soft in italian, the second thing you said would be written "ghiri", which means dormice (yes, for letters e and i you put the h to make g and c hard)

[@rlsedition]

The dark color doesn't do the exterior justice.

[@NWCI]

Generally I buy cars when they're 10 years old and my only concern about most of recent cars is the turbo, and the expense of replacing it when it fails. Let's see how this one will fair. So far no complaints about it but the same time not many off these have high miles yet.

[@joshuaholiday9760]

That's not the base model you're driving the t.i sport awd

[@andyhughes1776]

I own the 2018 Base Giulia and I beg to differ about the steering weight - needs to be heavier. Other than that, the Giulia is better than any other cars in that price range for sure.

[@NOrlando952]

I have a 2017 TI with the sport pack, I agree that it’s on the light side, but the feedback and ratio makes up for it. Since it’s on the lighter side I think it makes it even more tossable and darty.

[@jeff346]

I found some guilia for 20k with very low miles from local dealer , is it a good deal ?

[@matthewmaier2647]

You got the like when you said “not that I would arbys is garbage”😂

[@slandon1977]

I like it, but would never own one for fear of the maintanance costs as I keep cars for on average 10-15 years.

[@davidperri8862]

More reliable than any comparable German. That's a fact

[@xhonkeri4066]

If you really want one, perhaps lease it

[@Usef320]

already 5 years old and not a serious issue to be reported that I've found on forums. And you know these are being driven hard

[@1KhaliDP]

I really enjoyed this video. I’m considering buying one but I’m 6’4 240 pounds. Do you think it’d be a comfortable fit?

[@MrIEnigma]

Yep but no one can sit behind you.

[@davidperri8862]

Yes. I'm 6'3 and 235lbs. Fit just fine. Very comfortable

[@jetmirjetmir8021]

the most beautiful car

[@ZenityStudios]

Just found you. Subbed bc I work in Naperville, might buy this haha

[@dave11686]

Lol Arby’s menu.😂

[@Arvi1821]

Is it a manual?

[@pt020]

It is 8 speed automatic.

[@MrIEnigma]

Yep 8 speed

[@jasondesur8912]

Better than BMW Mercedes Audi

[@sugaryslothvr4217]

I’m thinking about buying one at around 19 years old and I need peoples opinions who have one. I heard it’s pretty reliable is that true? Is it expensive to maintain? And how often do you have problems with it?

[@Mj-hk2ny]

I’m also 19 looking to buy one

[@owenigbinoba1475]

It’s a 8 speed also

[@Q__tube]

Id love to lease an Alfa beautiful cars, but longterm ownership 😬yikes

[@MrIEnigma]

3 years in on base, not so bad. More upgrades more problems so i didn't get ti model.

[@AlexTenThousand]

Kinda late, but still wanna point this out - Alfa's Q4 is a "smart" four-wheel-drive system, under normal conditions the car is kept as entirely rear-wheel-drive, but if the on-board computer detects slippage, it sends part of the power to the front wheels to keep you straight.

[@harrisonsiegel9536]

Those wheels ain't it

[@Motown21203]

About to get me one today for 25k

[@_sabre_492]

Anyone know why the paddles are reversed on the giulia? I feel like it would be REAL awkward to upshift with the right than the left

[@owenigbinoba1475]

This is not a base it’s a TI OR TI SPORT buddy thanx

[@brianpopelka3165]

Beautiful car but those rims are disgusting!

[@michaelhoskins832]

This isn't a real Zack video.. there's no Big Friggin Bottle test. Fraud!

[@Andyface79]

Boy Alfisti's are grumpy.

[@joelstatosky1817]

The intro should say a lot , get a Lexus

[@doddsalfa]

It’s nice you find time in between meals reviewing Alfa Romeo but Americans can’t use words like garbage talking about Alfa Romeo

[@owenigbinoba1475]

Redo whole video

[@miroslavm2553]

Only an ignorant can think that any Alfa could be a garbage. Or someone who works for Lexus, LOL. FYI Alfa has more victories on racetracks than any other brand except Porsche. To put a Lexus plate on Alfa is very unprofessional and insulting, by looking at your behaviors and evil laugh for no reason tells everything about you.

[@MrCveedub]

The hell are you talking about? He talked positively about the car. The "Lexus Plate" is because he is test driving a USED car from a LEXUS dealership. All dealerships in the states brand the plates.

[@MultiJiggaWho]

I had to stop watching after 2 minutes. 1. Stop yelling. It’s very annoying and makes people stop watching. 2. Don’t zoom the camera all the way into your face while you’re in the car. It’s not pretty and people don’t come to watch car reviews to look at your face and hear you yell. 3. Get the facts straight before the review. Anything else is lazy. 4. Try to look like you didn’t just get out of bed, i.e. fix yourself up, put on some decent clothes, etc. 5. Show more of the car, interior and exterior and show less of yourself.

[@ROMANRASH445]

Shutup. stop being negative he did good

[@MultiJiggaWho]

@@ROMANRASH445 What is it that he did well?

[@ROMANRASH445]

Everything.. he put forth effort to help people out. Don’t spend your days being negative. Your soul will route, uplift.

[@MultiJiggaWho]

@@ROMANRASH445 Hahahah everything?! You’re right. I’ll be more positive and stay away from shitty reviews like this one. BTW, your “shut up and stop being negative” comment is really positive. It really makes me want to take your advice seriously. 😉

[@kirostar12]

@@MultiJiggaWho Of course you can do better. It is not normal for a person with 2 subscribers to rate someone with 48,000. You are funny :)

[@Sbinott0]

Even we italians hate it It's a car born old. Ps:omg those rims are horrible on it

[@larams61]

77777Carlo parla per te. Hai capito cio' che dice il Signore? Anyway your english is terrible!!! The Giulia is a great car.

[@Sbinott0]

@@larams61 che ha il mio inglese di terribile? E se é tanto una buona auto come mai é stata un flop di vendite?

[@larams61]

@@Sbinott0 The Giulia is very well engineered. In my opinion It drives very well and also looks great. The problem is selling it and Italians are not very good at doing that. Try to appreciate the good things Italians are capable of doing. If you haven't yet done so I suggest you test drive one it might change your opinion. Have a nice day.

[@Sbinott0]

@@larams61 I drove one, it feels like a bmw 3 series. The problem is that it's already outdated, it has no new features, interior quality is bad, it has xenon light AS A PAID OPTION where other cars offer even led for standard, the whole car is overall 5 years behind the competitors. Having said this, I appreciate good italian stuff, which the giulia is not

[@MrIEnigma]

We hate most US cars. German cars have cost me too much over time

[@marvinaquino4120]

This Car is garbage cause it's brakes failed