Alfa Romeo Giulia Veloce - a Half Price Quadrifoglio ? | 4K

[@Mr_Sunseeker]

I've owned my Giulia Veloce for 3 1/2 years & has been 100% reliable. Mine is in Stromboli Grey with red interior & calipers, I get complements all of the time, especially when I'm filling up fuel. You won't get that driving a dull default Audi or BMW, driving an Alfa makes you feel a million dollars but you will have to drive one to experience it.

[@lookupparagliding]

My 2017 'Super' currently has electrical gremlins since autumn. New battery, cleaned up battery fuse unit contacts, repaired/modded hvac vent but still plays up when out in the rain. Still in love with it tho :)

[@willielarsson9651]

Alphas get bad press in the same way that people believe German cars are far superior than all other cars, which is completely untrue.

[@Scheltokeeper]

I've had the same experiences since owning this car. I regularly receive compliments. Often even from Porsche and Mercedes drivers. I have mine in Blu Misano with red calipers! Same rims as in the video.

[@PetrolPed]

Nice 👌

[@adriansutherland7948]

Currently own a Guiletta sprint speciale & am looking at the Veloce as a replacement. Will be my 3rd Alfa, I've had zero mechanical or electrical problems on my last 2 (just the usual wear & tear stuff) but recommend using Michelin pilot sport 4's on them ( Much better than the Pirelli) & in the winter Michelin all seasons, you can just drive & not worry about conditions. I live in yorkshire & during a cold snap recently overtook dozens of 4x4's clogging the roads on summer tyres sliding around in the snow like beached whales (But it's a 4x4! thefore better!) Use the right tyre is my advice.

[@watchcommander2012]

At the end of the day it’s an Alfa Romeo! They always put a smile on your face

[@spice3767]

Ace review….but the Veloce 0-60 is just under 6 seconds, 5.7 to 5.9…it’s the quad that is 3.9 seconds.

[@rlsedition]

The Q4 version is slightly quicker, at 5.4 seconds 0-60.

[@stephenperron6539]

As per Alfa it's 5.1 sec for the Q4

[@Vinnisaurus]

And 0-100 on tuned veloces Q4 can do around 4.5 sec and Q2 around 5.2

[@MrSpecialad]

Yep, I have a lightly tuned Q4 ti sport (2020 equivalent trim to veloce) and 0-60 is between 4.7-4.9 secs

[@simsalb]

Yup, my thought, too.

[@adamsard6010]

I have a Quadrifoglio absolutely love it, there isn’t a car out there to match it

[@mattjukes8151]

I’ve run Giulia Veloces for the last 5 years and have been absolutely delighted with them. The look, the feel and the performance are perfect, and all you really need for UK roads. My current Veloce Ti also has most of the nice bits of trim from the Quadrifoglio too 👍

[@PetrolPed]

Great to hear!

[@AP-cc1uw]

I got an Estrema a little over a year ago and fell in love with the looks and driving dynamics. However, after a few months I found myself imagining what that sublime chassis tuning and steering would feel like with 500 hp, and what that engine would sound like under acceleration vs the 2.0T, which, while a great engine, does sound a little like a rental car. So just 12 months later I am taking delivery of a 2024 Giulia QV Carbonio Edition and could not be more excited.

[@ahmedvorajee2430]

Excellent, enjoy!

[@danielnak2634]

Spot on, "heart Qudrifoglio - head Veloce", so I bought both, one for me and one for my wife. After owning an Audi and desperately trying to like BMW we haven't looked back . Hello from Australia.

[@pauld2037]

Great review. My MY2020 mid-life upgrade Veloce in Misano Blue, yellow callipers, I've loved it since I bought it new (after a 2019 Giulia 200bhp supersport and a 2018 Giulietta SuperSport). Have never had a reliability issue with any of them, simply no probs. Have taken Veloce from Drogheda Ireland to Nice France and back, it never missed a beat. The Veloce makes me smile every time I drive, its potent enough for everyday, 0-100 km in 5.7, 400 nm of lovely creamy torque, brilliant steering and seats. The aluminium paddles, a work of wonder - they are fabulous, the positive "click" on action and gear-change speed from the ZF8 is phenomenal. Cabin quality very good/solid, I dont care if its (perfectly acceptable) tech is not up there with my wife's 2022 BMW coupe, its a driver's car not a computer. More involving, more real than the BMW which is more clinical. And people want to talk about it, you dont get aggression from other drivers. And Alfa drivers wave at each other, we know we made the right choice, but we're rare enough to acknowledge each other. Go try one, no way will you be disappointed. I'm keeping mine.....

[@155andRising]

I leased a Veloce as a 40th birthday treat to myself. Misano blue , yellow callipers and 19" Dark hole alloys. Most people I met thought it was a Quadrifoglio . I loved it and miss it very much.

[@anthonyhoward8223]

2017 Veloce owner from new , 44K miles later and love the car more than ever. No reliability issues whatsoever and the car is actually £10,000 more expensive than when I bought it. It’s a quick car when driving in dynamic mode manually, and handles well on any road. So underrated.

[@PetrolPed]

Great 👍

[@garrold1849]

Had mine from new since 2020. Just shaved off 30 minutes Northumberland to Sheffield no drama whatsoever 😆 Great car with zero problems

[@HarveyMushman]

I got the 2024 Veloce. It’s gorgeous and the driving experience is great.

[@johngarnham5772]

The thinking man's choice, the Veloce all day long! I love seeing the twisty road warning signs when driving mine (MY21 Volc black met/mica with red interior, petal alloys). It's a fun, sporting, beautifully balanced saloon with almost 2 personalities. Good motorway car as well. Dealership network a little thin on the ground but apart from that a great ownership experience. Very good review that says it all really. Forget the boring looking German stuff and buy a car with real road presence and respect from true petrolheads. Saving for a Quad. But Veloce is a wonderful 'in route' to the world of, what is, the truly historic brand of Alfa Romeo! Once again, a great review, thank you...

[@DW-dd4iw]

You summed it up nicely: Head = Veloce Heart = Quadrifoglio An excellent compromise would be a Veloce Ti

[@shakesnbake]

Bellissima 🤩 It's aged so well. Sometimes you can miss a Quadrifoglio on the road. I wish the Veloce did do 0-60 in 3.6s - petrolheads would be lining up round the block. 5.7 is no slouch though.

[@brianward9973]

Love my 2022 Veloce, wonderful handling, styling, comfort and…reliability too. Zero issues in a year and a half and 17,000 miles. It does receive a lot of attention, helped by the Misano Blue paint and the 19” teledial alloy wheels. I have got 0-60 in 5.4 in my own car, they do have a momentary hesitation from a dead stop when accelerating, compared to my old Camaro that used to strain against the brakes until unleashed.

[@PaulAndBiscuit]

Definitely a fair bit of turbo lag, part of the charm though.

[@srimalsiriwardena3816]

Loved the review..great insight. Was that a Monaco I saw on your right wrist? 😉

[@PetrolPed]

Yes it was. Good spot 👍

[@guylambrechts2303]

Nothing a mild tune and an exhaust upgrade won't solve! Drove Alfas in the nineties. Lots of issues but oh my days was it fun!!

[@jflscenic]

get Giulia then, honestly, what r u waiting for....it is last fun car and honestly quite reliable car around, but if u have reliable and good mechanic, even for normal service... last time i had problems only with guys in service guy broke pipe on my engine.... thats a disaster....

[@misano_alfa]

Just completed a 10k road trip to Tasmania from Perth,Western Australia, with no issues. I can't think of any car I'd sooner of taken

[@PetrolPed]

Cool 😎

[@johnbillyard1837]

Great honest review, Veloce is by far the best option for an every day drive. But every morning when you wake-up and look out of the window at your purchase, wouldn’t always think…..should have spent the extra 35 to 40 grand and bought the Quadrifoglio….

[@WazzaG076]

Great review. As a previous Alfa owner over 34 continuous years only ended by health you have raised my expectations of one last Alfa before I go. Thanks 🙏

[@natashaharrington1500]

Don’t hesitate, you know you want to… 😉 So much fun to drive! 😆

[@Konszky]

Finally, a motor reviewer who really gets it! My 2018 Veloce Q4 is still the best total package on the market. I mounted a Ragazzon catback exhaust so it gives me a few more horses and a better soundtrack. I´m never selling it.

[@PetrolPed]

👍

[@frankbasile3662]

Nice car but the best total package is my 18 Monte Carlo blue Quadrifoglio,..takes a great car and makes it Amazing...

[@Konszky]

@@frankbasile3662 I´d love a QV but I wouldn´t swap my Veloce for it. As I live in Norway, the Q4 makes it the ideal car. On average through a year, I can drive faster that you.

[@frankbasile3662]

@@Konszky With Blizzak snow tires it handles New York Winters must fine,..While awd is nice addition,..Still think the Quad would win With right tires even in the snow

[@Konszky]

@@frankbasile3662 I tell you what. I'll put on good snow tires and you do too, then we go out in the mountains together 😉

[@vladimirart758]

Oh my God what a car 2.0 200 or 280 hp…. 8gear auto, sport seats …. What a besuty

[@ianmackenzie-pi9ee]

I absolutely love my MY 23 Veloce. Best daily driving car I have owned. Agree with all of your comments, Alfa need some love and respect for producing what will surely become a classic.

[@RobertMackenzie-yn8ig]

Love Alfa’s , everyone has to own an Alfa in their life time Had two 156 , and 164 both utter reliable I love this car , at last a great review on my a proper car , not a electric car in sight thank god , Fantastic Thanks Pete for a brilliant review

[@markgray9751]

we purchased one last week and boy what an absolute joy this is to drive.

[@PetrolPed]

Nice 👌

[@TheHutchRuns]

I'd love one of these, had a run out 155 TS in Champagne Silver and a 156 2.0 TS in Alfa red when they first came out, tele dial wheels and the works, felt fragile but wonderful to drive and made you feel great. Quad is 3.9 secs to 60, Veloce is 5.5 but that's rapid enough!

[@lookupparagliding]

I've owned a 2017 200hp petrol 'Super' Giulia for just over a year. In autumn it developed electrical issues (dash lights). Forums pointed to failing battery so I got a new one. Still problematic so currently looking into water ingress via hvac system which I've done some work on (no joy so far). Despite all this headache, I still love it. All the clichés are valid here, sublime handling, sharp steering and a constant smile on my face. That could be in part to the stage 2 remap from Celtic Tuning though :) (324hp now) Guessing low to mid 5s for the 0-60 run.

[@stevehaydenakajagman]

I take it you're getting wet carpets in the footwells? Check and clear the AC drain, it's a small gaiter/boot with a tiny short tube that sits above the gearbox. A pain to get to and the easiest way is car up on a lift and slightly lower the gearbox to improve access. Good luck!

[@lookupparagliding]

@@stevehaydenakajagman hi, thanks for that. I did see a KZbin video where a guy dropped his gearbox a couple of inches to get to it. I only get the dashboard lights issue after rain. Car can behave for several days if weather been dry.

[@johngriffiths3394]

Giulia 280hp is a brilliant car -for doing lots of miles SUPERB. I now own a Quadrifoglio which is UNBELIEVABLE but best for more 'special occasions' - the 280 is a stupendous 'daily'. If anyone is thinking about it - DO IT!!!

[@JohnIreland-n6o]

For me, my Giulia Sprint is all the car I could ever ask for...and the best Alfa I've ever owned.

[@JohnE99]

Loved this review Peter. As a former Alfa Romeo owner (156 1.9 jtdm sport) I can say Alfa reliability is better than the reputation. In 7.5 years of ownership mine never broke down or failed to start. I'd love another Alfa, but I'm currently enjoying open topped motoring & Alfa don't have a car that covers this requirement. Keep up the good work. Your reviews are always honest, interesting and informative .

[@madjohn72]

Had my white ‘21 Veloce for just over a month and the amount of looks I get and comments at petrol stations……never had that with any other car I’ve had. Yes….i would love to have a QV maybe in the future but the Veloce is more than enough especially on UK roads…..I love it….best drivers car for the money at the moment.

[@PetrolPed]

Nice 👌

[@amparr]

Great vid … but you’ve GOT to correct that 0-60 mistake! What a clanger! 😂

[@PetrolPed]

My bad

[@dagnut]

Lol I just just gonna say you'd need 280bhp in an atom to do that time

[@geoffharrison3409]

I have a Stelvio Veloce in Alfa Red with those wheels and absolutely love it. My local Alfa dealer is excellent up in North Yorkshire👍🏼

[@PetrolPed]

Nice 👌

[@richscrinsonphonegg8842]

Thanks for the review PP! Perfect timing, as have whittled down my extensive shortlist to one of these! Amazing buys at three years old!

[@PetrolPed]

Glad to help!

[@richscrinsonphonegg8842]

@@PetrolPed one question... Taking styling out of the equation, which do you think is more fun on an open road, the Alfa Veloce or Golf R??

[@paulmussett94]

Agreed, seen these on forecourts at 3.5 years old for under 30k. Look a lot of car for the money. On my shortlist.

[@TJ-db9lg]

​@@paulmussett94 in March I bought one 2yrs 4 months old with 17000 miles for £27500 with 12 month's warranty 👏

[@DavidFisk-q8d]

Ah this takes me back (late 60's) to a first encounter with Alfa's, the first being a test ride in an Alfa Guilia Sprint GT ? Veloce. Felt really impressive in twisty roads. My father was deciding what was to replace his lease car at the time. The old Cooper S was his best toy about then. Once again thank you for showing us this too. Two friends had Alfetta's in the 70's they were nice as well. Cheers

[@HQBProductions]

Hello Peter. A fine car that not enough people buy as they stay with ugly BMW’s which these days,are probably no more reliable than the Alfa. My cousin had a Green Cloverleaf 33 for any years and did over 100,000 miles, no troubles of any sort and even on the Somerset levels with Winter mud, it didn’t even rust! An Alfa is a car we all should buy and never forget..it might be brave and it might not be perfect but it has something else….it has excitement and inspiration….a little like spending a night out with a young Gina Lollobrigida ….a German librarian might be safer but you would always remember Gina! Stay safe…keep building!😀😀😀😀😀Richard.

[@fraz3364]

I had a Veloce which I tuned and added a Remus exhaust and I loved it and was very pleased that I had an 80% QV but I eventually had to scratch the itch and bought a QV. I recently drove a mates Veloce that is tuned and although “rapid” it’s more like 60% of a QV on the boil. The sensory experience of the QV is next level. Both cars totally reliable and a joy to own. The dealer network is woeful.

[@PetrolPed]

Nice 👌

[@jackfoley2542]

My 2020 Giulia Ti has been fantastic. With zero issues. I think the big mechanical problems were the transmissions and now you’re getting a ZF 8 speed that’s one of the most reliable and top performing transmissions in the world. So yeah, awesomely underrated, and a tremendous value and way cooler and more fun than a three series or A4. Black with red interior and silver Y wheels looks pretty damn good too. Highly recommended 👍🏻

[@PaulHughes-ww9yg]

Forge Motorsport now offer an induction kit for this engine and it does give the engine some extra bark and character. Great review, on a super car I love them.

[@marcomorgante3772]

I can just 200% agree with you enthusiasm ! I'm owning my 2nd Giulia Véloce since 2017, a very rare one in VERDE VISCONTI. An amazing daily driving car who brings a lots of fun and a daily pleasure just to look at it. I'm not already sur if my next car will be my 3rd venice or a QV, anyway both decisions aren't a mistake!

[@TheJohnnydriver]

Enjoyed watching the video very informative. I will soon be a proud owner, my first Alfa. Can't wait

[@PetrolPed]

Best of luck!

[@richardtraut1431]

Beautiful cars , love the new signature headlights too , enhance the already great stance , look in the mirror "oh whats that" its Ped in the alfa again 😃

[@MiniBrothas]

Great review. I had a Giulia Q4 for the first 2 years they were in the US. Did many roadtrips. Such an amazing driving car!

[@mharvey3185]

Fab Review Mr. Petrol Ped, Such A Stunning Car ... 👍👍👍

[@PetrolPed]

Many thanks

[@Echoes1910]

I run a more humble 2018 Giulia Diesel. The car has now covered 121k, it’s taking the miles well, very happy with it.

[@PetrolPed]

Nice 👌

[@pedromoreira3551]

I have a 2021 Veloce TI in blu annodizatto and will not swap it for any other salon. This version was even more "Quadrifogliozided" with spoiler and more other bits. Even my wife loves it! I use it daily as a long runner (100 miles/day) and it does 30 mpg. Excellent and comfortable on motorway, fun on the twisties and with a good sound engine for a 2.0 turbo. Shame Stellantis is electrifying Alfa. Excellent review from you both!!!! Keep up the good work!!!!

[@howardthompson2121]

I have a 4C and a Stelvio. I completely understand what you mean when you say the Quad tries to kill you. It's the same with the 4C. If you're not paying complete attention, it will try to throw you into the woods. The Stelvio is a joy! We take it everywhere and anywhere. Alpha Love.

[@owenmcdonald5922]

Best looking car around. Especially in Alfa red. 2.0 litres with 280HP is plenty for for me and I suspect most people.

[@frankbasile3662]

I prefer my 505 horsepower Quadrifoglio,but the TI is pretty good also

[@Toy-War]

another great review Ped, keep them coming....

[@PetrolPed]

Will do 👍

[@AlfaGrale]

Very nice video!! Excellent review! The Giulia is still, in my opinion, the best saloon in the market now. But seriously, if you can afford a Quad, you will go for a Quad, even if the Veloce comes very close

[@ianashton1593]

Currently thinking about a change and one of these is on the list to try…… great timing and a great review…. thanks 👍

[@PetrolPed]

Glad it was helpful!

[@natashaharrington1500]

Great review! I watched the entire video with a smile on my dial for the whole duration (I think this is the obligatory Alfa grin that everyone who has had the pleasure of driving an Alfa can’t help) 😉 Watch other Giulia reviews and every reviewer has one! I’m looking forward to collecting my new 2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia Veloce in Vesuvio Grey from the dealership next week 🙌🏼 Can’t wait! 😆

[@samhicks2220]

Dear Petrol Ped, Excellent video and excellent car. This Veloce goes 0-60mph in about 5.4 seconds. You might be thinking about the 2.9 liter V6 in the Quadrifoglio. In my mind, hopefully, it will be time to purchase a 2024 Veloce in Feb. 2025. I have really enjoyed your videos. The car also comes with a 5 year 50000 mile warranty which is really quite nice.

[@jasonborn1978-h1i]

First 10 seconds in. 5 hole alloys with red paint. It a gorgeous looking car.

[@PetrolPed]

👌

[@thereandback167]

A superb car. I ran a veloce for 18 months, 24,000 miles, several European road trips, only one quality issue, but resolved relatively quickly by the dealer. Would have another without question.

[@PetrolPed]

Great to hear 👍

[@richardhargrave6082]

Nice video again, Pete. This is my ideal saloon Its not trying too hard, it doesn't have to, its Italian

[@georgiosdedes]

2018 MY Giulia Quad and 2023 Tonale Veloce. The latter, fine daily driver, the former weekend car. Works well for an Alfista family over 50 years and some 9 Alfa Romeo vehicles. The Giulia Veloce is a good car. Noone will be let down driving one of these fine examples from the Milanese marque.

[@frankbasile3662]

I also got a 2018 Guilia Quadrifoglio,..Just got it delivered from Miami to New York last month.The car is a Beast,Superb road feel and handling with such robust Turbo power. Always puts a smile on my face Ive got two Lincoln LS V8s ,one a sport the other LSE edition.280 horsepower from the 32 valve V8 .,Used for everyday driving ,but only used them once as the Quad is too much fun,.

[@chrisswizz]

Ive just purchased my second 280 stelvio, gone from Misano Blue Veloce to Montreal Green Tributo. I think the 2 litre is perfect for uk roads. Fills you with confidence & eggs you on in D mode. Always suprises me with the performance, the Q4 really makes it unbeatable in its class.

[@dinan4459]

Got the misano blue stelvio with 280hp last week absolutely beastly handing and power is well enough for me in london roads shame everything is going to 20mph nowadays

[@PetrolPed]

Nice 👌

[@kidda74]

Had beemers and Audi's, had my Veloce 5 months and I love it 😊

[@coltoncleveringa8004]

Seems like a great car and great looks! But an Alfa just ain’t a car brand that makes sense for my life. Great review Sir Pete!!

[@plasticpenguin1]

Hi Pedro. I blagged a test drive of the Veloce back in 2017. Compared to a similar-aged Audi 2.0 S-Line, my nieces car, the Veloce feels so much more dynamic and direct. The steering is more communicative and just fun on 4 wheels. The only things I don't like are infotainment, and I wished they'd back-lit the steering controls for phone, radio etc etc, as they have on my 156 Sportwagon. Otherwise, Giulia Veloce is a gorgeous thing.

[@caymanblack9567]

Best looking saloon by far.

[@caymanblack9567]

0-60 is what?

[@lookupparagliding]

@@caymanblack9567 0-62 is supposed to be 5.7s. Mine is remapped by Celtic Tuning to 324hp and getting mid 5s.

[@ijoseluis]

Yes, you got the soul of the thing. A car with a soul. Some years ago, while being a disenchanted owner of a Series 3 2 liter of 2016, I had a contact with the Veloce equivalent. What a joy. My wife won: we bought the very good CX-5. But I failed to get the soul.

[@andymartinez767]

I bought one a month or so ago, and love it. From Australia 🇦🇺

[@PetrolPed]

Nice 👌

[@glynjarvis8629]

45,000 untroubled mileage on two Veloces in 6 years - fabulous car!

[@briangriffiths114]

I agree with the general sentiments here. It is a lovely car and worth every penny.

[@PetrolPed]

👍

[@trev8591]

I'm biased - former Alfa owner (156 V6), Pete. What a thing of automotive beauty! Cue "Gentleman's Crisis" in the pants! Veloce works, enough power for UK roads and looks to die for.

[@PetrolPed]

😂😂😂

[@FOXHOUND4143]

love the enthusiams for the brand, good video. 0-60 in a veloce q2 is 5.7 seconds though, not 3.6!

[@Scheltokeeper]

Yep! The Veloce Q4 is even a bit faster (5,4) than the Veloce Q2 due to its AWD drive. 3,6 is for the Quadrifoglio.

[@FOXHOUND4143]

@@Scheltokeeper 👍 yes

[@PetrolPed]

My bad 😣

[@JulianParkin-fm9zr]

I love mine. Fast enough on normal roads and acceleration for overtakes is lightning.

[@darksideemt]

We have a 22 Veloce that we have had for almost 2 years and we do love driving it. It is a terrific road trip car and in eco mode with the cruise set at 80mph I can do 500 miles to a tank. Driving sporty and it is amazing and one of the most fun cars to drive that I have owned. Now for the huge negative, mainly here in the states, is their pathetic value they hold and the increasing closing of dealers. So like now when we were thinking about trading it we can't be cause of how negative we are in it due to how much they plummeted lately. Definitely a slightly used is the way to go if you are thinking about getting one. So far we have had no issues with our's and hopefully it stays that way since we are going to have to keep it for a while longer.

[@davidPerry-b5n]

I have had five alfas, 1980 Gtv was great did over 200 000 km reliably, 84 sportiva (Alfetta with fuel injection) which was a nightmare, 33 which was reliable, still have my old 159 which was great and may restore (350 000 km and needs a lot of work) now have a veloce which is brilliant.

[@martynb9]

Great video as always but I wish you'd review the car info system good or bad rather than the iPhone. I use CarPlay as well but sometimes I just jump in the car and hit favorites in the Sat Nav to get me home on the vehicle. Just my opinion. I'm staying in a hotel just round the corner from Alpine F1 team base just South of Paris this week. Keep up the good work.

[@philhares3937]

Great car, i owned a AlfaSud Sprint Veloce 1979 and i loved that car, in fact its one car i regret selling, but if i had the money I would have to buy the quad.

[@PetrolPed]

Very nice!

[@paulcarter3271]

I too had a Sprint Veloce in 1980 - and numerous other Suds but the Sprint Veloce is the one I'd most likely to drive again. Have had Alfa's almost continuously ever since including a '66 Giulia Sprint GT and almost every Busso engined model. 164 QV is another stand out car but have a Giulia Quadrifoglio and it is quite simply the best car money can buy. I write this in Italy having driven here by a circuitous route for the second year and nothing covers the ground more effectively or enjoyably. Forza Quadrifoglio 🍀💯🇮🇹🏁😊

[@peterf46]

This is a brilliant review. Spot-on with most points. I’ve owned over a Veloce since2020 and It’s important to understand that the dealer network in the south-east of England sucks big time. I’ve had three electrical issues now on the car and the last time it went to the dealer in Maidstone, it took about five or six weeks to do the repair and I was left with a hire car to go on a road trip which I had planned earlier on. when I picked up my car, they had managed to take a chunk of paint out of the door and make a nice scuff on the drivers seat. This car has been cherished but has been way too unreliable. The idea of buying an electric or hybrid Alfa Romeo must be for people who are out of their minds. It’s a superb drivers car when it works, but at the moment the dashboard lights up like a Christmas tree with only 11K miles and a local garage is waiting around three weeks for an ABS sensor which may or may not cure the problem. The engine on this car has been superb but the electrics are a joke. It’s my 8th Alfa Romeo and probably my last.

[@markbroadheaf1593]

The Veloce is a good steer and you can pick one up from £ 15k these days. Mine had a few issues ( electrics ) but drove very well. The engine pulls well especially with the excellent box which is very well calibrated. Handling and steering and particularly the ride are better than the German competitors.

[@ChrisHooperOnCars]

Hi Pete. I’ve got a specific dog related question please. I’ve got a 3 year old border terrier and she just pants like mad in my newly acquired I20N. I’ve also driven a Veloce. Loved it. Thought it could be a bit fruitier engine noise wise but maybe a better pup/low frequency noise option. Thanks, as ever .

[@johnbrown3951]

Your analogy is probably bang on do you buy the ST or RS the S3 or RS3, Quadrifoglio or Veloce. I would love the RS, RS3 & Quadrifoglio but monthly's, Insurance & fuel usually put a stop to the heart & the head wins unless of course its a Mini and I did own the full fat Mini Hatch JCW with the Pro Performance exhaust but those days are over and my options are now whether I buy an S, SE or HSE and in that respect I always feel top of the range is best for residuals. I am glad you plumped for Red as the colour it certainly stands out. I have not driven an Alfa but I assume it gives you that certain feeling you get from iconic cars when you get behind the wheel of them close the door and drive. To sum up in this case I think it would have to be the V6 for me as I love the soundtrack of a V6 so the head would be over ruled.

[@sokete7]

Excellent review,thanks

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks for watching!

[@MikeyBee1]

Great review a always fella. Although it's a great car, the truth is that most Alfisti wanted a sportwagon not a saloon. And although the Stelvio goes someway towards this (and is dynamically brilliant) it's just unnecessary for most petrol heads.

[@simonh870]

Nice looking car. I always liked the Giulia. Shame they didn't fit a smaller/ less powerful V6 rather than a Tesco value 4 cylinder turbo.

[@PB200559]

Excellent review and a great option

[@dangreasley7934]

Great review Pedro. Thanks

[@SurlySteve1]

Beautiful looking cars. I owned a 147. It was superb to drive. I ve wanted one of these since they were introduced. Perhaps they are affordable for me now, cheers.

[@sevesellors2831]

Beautiful car best in class this engine is all you need, a car that stands out from the mass of blobs and suvs.

[@ianmcwilliams6453]

I've had three, including the Veloce you test here. I LOVED IT! But reliability was hopeless, breaking down within a month of having it, first time of many and yes the dealer network (I tried two different ones) are absolutely HOPELESS! Would not recommend at all unfortunately. Best looking saloon around though. And deffo has the Italian brio

[@PetrolPed]

Sorry to hear that

[@PaulAndBiscuit]

Great handling and looks. The biggest issue for me has been parts availability and parts cost. Make sure you have good insurance because the car could be out of action for 6 months plus on even fairly minor accidents.

[@alasdairwilson4806]

Nice looking car and very nicely reviewed.

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks! 👍

[@philzvids3577]

I think you will find 0-62 is about 5.7 secs for the Veloce.

[@Konszky]

5,1 but yeah. Not sub 4.

[@jflscenic]

@@Konszky 5.2 Q4, UK has only Q2 so 5.7.... is why....

[@MikelTube]

Hi there, thank you. Got a question : this car did not have the optional HARMON KARDON sound system. Was that Ok? Switching from a A8 tfsi to this at the moment.

[@sebastiano8565]

Same here. I test drove the Quadrifoglio and had sleepless nights. Then I woke up and realized that I neede a car for all year every day, also in rainy and winter conditions - so I bought a Veloce Q4. Best car I have ever had and when I need to drift and slide and hear the phantastic sound of a 1970's Alfa bialbero, I open my garage and take my 2000 GTV Bertonefor a spin :-D.

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks for sharing

[@yuribezmenovwasright5625]

If you buy one. Get the software, do your own oil and spark plugs. Hard finding a mechannic that'll touch it.

[@Back_Road_Hero]

Used Quads are in the £30k region now. I’d have a used QV over a newer Veloce any day. Yes the Veloce is great fun but it lacks the Kudos and Fizz of the QV. Ed

[@dinan4459]

Only thing the insurances are a scam on the quads got quoted 5k a year

[@johnking8288]

Totally agree with your assessment. I've had mine now for 5 years now and I absolutely love it. Fortunilty here in CT isn the US we have a great dealer. Only issue was a small leak in the radiator and it was fixed under warranty, even though I was 6 months over the time limit. When I bought mine there were two identical cars in the showroom, one white with black interior QV with carbon roof and the other was 2 liter Q4 with with carbon package...witch was the same carbon on the QV.. However I happen to love sunroofs and prefer Q4 for our winters months here in New England. I really had a hard time being practical.....as that sound of that 6 is so orgasmic! It's the price you pay for trying to be an adult!

[@nick6895]

Your vid has landed on a dilemma day for me I’ve had a Quad for 18 months now & love it but I’m having major problems my insurance premiums on the car unfortunately. So I’m thinking of changing down to a Veloce as I am also starting to do more miles I love my Quad & you’re right the dealer networks are crap however if I am forced to do so am I going to miss it this vlog however has made me a little more confident if I am to down grade. Why are insurers in UK so bad now the amount of stress they cause you I’m a 57 yo man clean license & full no claims it’s disgusting what they want to charge you &!also so many demands garaged limited mileage etc🤬

[@dinan4459]

My insurance was quoting 5k a year for the quad which put me right off it, so bought the 280hp stelvio in misano blue which has been brilliant

[@nick6895]

@@dinan4459 yes it’s crazy how can that be justified god forbid you would want to buy a Ferrari or Lamborghini all I can think is there’s a lot of uninsured motors on the road in UK at the moment due to these crazy insurance premiums. Glad to hear you are enjoying your Stelvio .

[@ThomasHudson-n6v]

So you think you can drive a £80,000 car but cant afford to insure it lol. Live to your means millionaire lifestyles on a champagne budget springs to mind

[@nick6895]

@@ThomasHudson-n6v What a knob you are Sir you're obviously considerably richer than me a poor peasant that i am. You stick to you're champagne & ill keep sipping my half of mild, apologies for my comment i should know my place.🤣

[@ThomasHudson-n6v]

@@nick6895 you stiick to your leased veloce and mild ale 😂

[@user-qq2mo1ek2r]

Ran a 159 as a company car, still a great looking car, for me its still better looking than the Giulia. Did just over 100k miles in 3 years and never put a foot wrong, very reliable but just a little too heavy on the front. It would chew through front tyres in around 12k miles. I would have snother in a heartbeat.

[@jvessey8726]

I recently test drove one. Really good and certainly on my list when replacing my A4. Only issue I found was side bolster of seat digging into my right thigh. Might have been my driving position but anyone else had this ? Would have to be red with 19” wheels.

[@danielenticknap7540]

I miss the Veloce Ti I had. It was wonderful. However, it was the third Giulia we had and when it started playing up it was made very clear to me that we weren’t getting another . ☹️

[@rodpeacock4078]

Like you, I was at Goodwood when the Giulia was launched - the interior soon got muddy, due to the rain. I bought a Giulia Speciale, which was, and still is, a diesel. Loved it, but after six years and 23k on the clock, I had to sell it, due to knee and back issues. Part exchanged it for Tonale Special - petrol- which hasn’t been the enjoyment as the Giulia, but now I have had a knee replacement, everything has settled down, and yes, I regret selling the Giulia.

[@PetrolPed]

👍