BMW M3 vs Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio 2021 comparison | which sports sedan is best | Chasing Cars

[@KENNETH-rh8mz]

When looking at the 2 cars parked alongside, my eyes are constantly peeled on the Alfa. Such desirable beauty

[@yabo1]

As an owner, I've never had a car that made me take more pictures of it, or look back at it more than this. Well, that's if you could peel me out of the driver's seat. 12.8mpg helps with that, though. Kinda keep my Quadrifoglio in Race. ALWAYS. ;)

[@Radiation580]

But m3 is superior

[@boristrninic6709]

Until you step behind the wheel. Might as well been a kia

[@Tonewheelsmile]

My eyes are doing the same ! :)

[@Louis-SRT6.4L]

@@yabo1 smiles per mile. No point having a performance car if you drive it without enjoying it. I have a Jeep SRT that drives and sounds amazing. I didn’t buy it for its mpg.

[@kevind2760]

You called it right! If you live in California or any other place that has rough roads and potholes the M3 is still too stiff and fatiguing. Why they do that is beyond me. The Alfa ride quality is so much better and the chassis is MAGIC. It is the only sedan made today that feels like a 2-seater and seems to defy gravity. And the JOY of the Giulia is incomparable. A test drive doesn't explain it. I've owned many supercars including Ferraris and the QV is the best hands down. And it is dependable. When I climb in the driver's seat I can't hide the fact that I'm so lucky to own one. And this is 3 years in. Never gets old....only better.

[@johnmanciameli9752]

Well said mate. Like you, I have been fortunate enough to own Maseratis and drive quite a number of Ferraris. This QV is just as much fun, has a really comfortable ride and gives the same feeling of accelerating hard in a Ferrari. You can tell this car was made by drivers for drivers.

[@Krasshirsch]

@@johnmanciameli9752 German roads might simply be in good condition, so nobody cares.

[@yabo1]

Nailed it. The fact that the principal designers for the QV were the guy that designed the Speciale, and the guy that designed the F154 motor is clear the moment you sit in it. Everything's just right. The Ferrari-ness just oozes out of every corner, from the paddles that stay where they're supposed to, to that red button on the steering wheel that makes the real magic happen. You press it. The dials flicker to life with a heartbeat pulse, and the Alfa Romeo logo shimmers across the screen... The rumble begins. You turn the DNA dial all the way to the right, then press a little further, as the resistance relents and it enables Race. The exhaust valve opens. The rumble becomes a roar. Pull the shift lever all the way back, then left once. Now you're in control, that is if you can stop giggling like an idiot. Someone please tell me how to stop giggling. It's been two years. People are starting to wonder if I'm schizophrenic. I try to show them the Alfa key but they don't get it because they don't have one. Halp. Edit- forgot to mention I'm at 29k with my Quadrifoglio and I've had three warranty repairs. All cosmetic parts. Mechanically, it's been perfect, and I totally drive it like I stole it.

[@johnmanciameli9752]

@@Krasshirsch No doubt German roads are good, but I live in Australia where German Performance cars are too stiiff. The Alfa Guilia QV has a better ride and on top of that is a more entertaining drive.

[@kurtbilinski1723]

If I lived outside the US, I'd absolutely own this Alfa, but I happen to live in California. Here, Alfa dealerships are few and far between, dealer service is sketchy at best and a nightmare at worst, parts are hard to get, cars languish at the shop for months, etc, etc. It's not a coincidence that the most vocal supporters of the brand are not in the US... makes me sad but that's how it is.

[@chasinglimits]

The Alfa has character, soul and such a passionate car to drive. Sure the M3 puts out slight better numbers, but at the end of the day it’s all about how a car makes you feel. To this day I get that fuzzy feeling inside when I go for a spirited drive….Alfa for me no doubt! Reliability? Nearly bulletproof in my ownership.

[@bc8580]

Agreed. After 4 years of ownership, ZERO issues. No other car I’ve driven feels this special.

[@chasinglimits]

@@bc8580 only people that are willing to give Alfa a chance will understand this. You really have to drive it to believe that it is that good at everything.

[@bigchief2331]

@@chasinglimits may I have a day with your car please ? I have never driven one ..

[@bc8580]

@@chasinglimits Yes one has to be an owner to truly appreciate the car. And I'm a lifetime Lexus owner if that adds some perspective as to one's expectations about reliability. I've really have had no issues. Modern Alfa Romeos are reliable.

[@chasinglimits]

@@bc8580 I had an ISF before along with other Lexus models and yea they are bulletproof but there isn’t too much excitement when compared to a QV.

[@johncreedon7847]

Currently own a qv. Had 3 M3's before the qv. Loved the older n/a m3s. Great cars, lost interest after the e92, the f80 and g80 don't really do it for me..the fake sound alone was enough. The qv is a master piece. Feels like a supercar with 4 doors. Absolutely insane machine in race mode, and sounds beautiful. Steering and general handling are nuts. It's just feels so alive yet so balanced and planted at the same time

[@Mario_RX7]

Do you have a QV with the carbon seats?

[@johncreedon7847]

@Mario_RX7 normal seats in mine

[@bc8580]

Six years ago, Alfa Romeo showed the world how you build the best sports sedan that marries all critical attributes of a rear drive sports sedan i.e. daily ride comfort, superb chassis, all around performance, light weight, quick steering, unmatched V6 exhaust note, rapid throttle response, and beauty. Hagerty immediately named the car to its list of future classics when the car was introduced. These days, it takes more than just speed to be special. And that’s where the Giulia’s chassis continues to shine review after review 6 years after its birth. It’s a keeper.

[@johnmanciameli9752]

Very well said.

[@theLEGOguy22]

Even more so now that the Giorgio platform is being discontinued.

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@theLEGOguy22 no it will be continued. They just changed the name to STLA Large

[@netweed09]

Lol nah; this new BMW M3 sounds much better, even the video author acknowledges that. Far more raw and nostalgic. The Alfa still looks better but BMW have caught up now, the G80 looks aggressive and modern. Alfa were sleeping the past 6 years; I suspect they were a bit financially cash-strapped after all their efforts went into making the Giulia line so visually perfect 6 years ago.

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@netweed09 the M3 makes fake engine noises trough the speakers. The problem of Alfa or FCA (now Stellantis) never was the money. They just cant make a good car and keep it going. Ive always said that Alfa could have been the italian BMW (which it was before Fiat took over it) and that Alfa was too much for Fiat. Thanks to Marchionne who loved the brand and knew the potential of the brand, they invested 5 billion € to make this platform and it should have had 7-8 models. Unfortunately after Giulia and Stelvio, Marchionne died and the other idiots in FCA did nothing except oft the 2020 updated model. Now with Stellantis Alfa gets investements for the next 5-10 years and the CEO of Stellantis and the new CEO of Alfa are Alfa fans and until now the new CEO is doing a good job. Maybe this is the last real chance for Alfa.

[@AKA001]

Great review Tom. I’d have the Alfa any day. I’ve had both BMWs and Alfa’s. And the main difference is that the Alfa didn’t make me look like a dickhead.

[@netweed09]

Excuse me? Strange 180 of emotions and word choice there. Sports cars are meant to be edgy and make you look mean, nothing wrong with that. Or just drive a grandma car lol

[@AKA001]

@@netweed09 only if you're trying to compensate for something...

[@studiocalder818]

😁 well said. Alfa makes you be part of a passionate family

[@noelsalisbury7448]

That Beemer kidney-grill is now a joke - it looks like it was designed by a reluctant Audi fanboy.

[@gene978]

To me it’s not the Zero to sixty numbers. It’s the way it drives and makes you feel as a driver.

[@saidalas8381]

Get UGLY song was made for the Giulia

[@kd-bc1lz]

I am falling in love with my Alfa TI Q4! I know it’s no Quadrifoglio, but it’s still a little firecracker that is so easy to live with.

[@hansnordlander2618]

I agree with you that the Alfa QV is an awesome car. I would not even look at the BMW if they were parked next to each other.

[@fabiocene]

Considering that the M3 is a completely new project whereas the Quadrifoglio is 5 years old, well, kudos Alfa!

[@netweed09]

The sad thing is I've never like the QV's sound. BMW's previous gen wasn't any better (as the author here says, both sound muted). The older BMW sounded artificial. But they've fixed it with this new M3 that sounds raw and nostalgic but with the modern power and style. Alfa has just stood still (because obviously, they haven't profited well enough as they would have liked).

[@saidalas8381]

said an italian

[@salvatorevi918]

6 years!!!!! .... kudos Alfa. 🙂🙂🙂

[@ravenblackops]

​@@saidalas8381 does that change the fact that it is true? 😂

[@roger41450]

Alfa Romeo Giulia is still the king 🤴, great review 👏

[@minigiant8998]

king of poor sales lol

[@Deltairony824]

@@minigiant8998because people are badge snobs, bmw could release a truly dreadful car and it will still sell

[@dannyj705]

Love ❤ my alfa giulia quadrifoglia. One of the best cars I had driven. Last car was the c63 amg. This is hands down better drivers car!

[@kalpeshsanatani]

Proud Alfa Quad owner and every time I sit in that car it puts a smile on my face. I can’t believe I own that car. Back to you now.. Excellent review though. You put the points right in perspective

[@theLEGOguy22]

Awesome review. I’ve had a 2017 QV for 2 years and still absolutely love it. Hands down the best sports sedan. 2 points. The Alfa upgraded carbon seats are made by Sparco, the standard seats are Recaro. The Alfa’s engine is based off the Ferrari F154 twin turbo V8 - used in the 488 and California. No relation to the V12. ☘️❤️

[@JohnDoe-mh5pr]

Which seats would you recommend?

[@theLEGOguy22]

@@JohnDoe-mh5pr Definitely the Sparcos. You lose the electric functions but they look amazing.

[@greg5143]

@@theLEGOguy22 Have you gone on a long road trip with them? If so, how was the comfort level?

[@theLEGOguy22]

@@greg5143 perfect.

[@ariohd5267]

The Alfa is clearly the winner! - Love it

[@markbrix9385]

You didn't even drive an M3

[@saidalas8381]

no it is not

[@ariohd5267]

@@markbrix9385 yes, and I don't even want to, because it looks ugly to me

[@davidperri8862]

I own a Ti Sport Giulia and it's been fantastic. I still love it after all these years.

[@saidalas8381]

how can italians afford this car? It's too expensive for how it looks

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@saidalas8381 man what do you do in your life? Sitting in front of the computer, waiting for a video about Alfa and hating? You need friends, a woman, hobbys, a life.

[@saidalas8381]

@@DonViToCRLNE you need eye regeneration, taste fix, non bias therapy, a boyfriend and a life in a first world country lmao

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@saidalas8381 my eyes work perfectly, there is no definition of taste and your taste does not represent the ultimative taste of the world, youre not god you religious maniac. I like other car brands too and you already know one. Sry im not homosexual, i dont need a boyfriend. Do you need one or why do you say something like that? And i live in germany with no fear of empty ATMs like in greece🤡

[@tahsin28]

Good man.

[@BojanBojovic]

Aside the looks of that BMW and the famous owner image, that fast steering rack in every Alfa for the past 25 years is what makes it unique as a brand and no brainier choice here. Fast steering rack is something that makes driving fun even while driving slowly, not sure why no one does this.

[@tahsin28]

+1

[@johnmanciameli9752]

Hey Tom. Superb review. Your professionalism and the teams overall editing is first rate. I also wanted to reach out and say thankyou for keeping your love of BMW in check. Class. I can tell you really enjoyed this review! You're understanding of the lineage behind the two cars is impressive. eg you remembered the QV came in a manual at one stage. Well done. For what its worth, I bought a used 2017 QV with 40,000kms on the clock a bit over a year ago. In exactly this same spec, competezione red, same interior, same red stitching, same wheels (minus the 21 model year updates to cabin and infotainment of course). Apart from an alarm that goes off every now and then, which I will turn down the sensitivity at the next service, it has been bullet proof. One Uk motoring scribe said the QV was the greatest 4 door ICE sedan the world has ever produced. High praise indeed. Its so criminally underated by the buying public though. Such a shame. Collegues of mine with M3s, AMgs. etc who have jumped and driven have been left gobsmacked by all the things you mention. Yet the spectre of a tarnished reputation stops them even-though most have spent a fortune on DSG gearboxes, etc. Go figure. I dont think I will ever sell this car. The team of talented engineers from Ferrari truly made something so outstanding that not even the might of BMW with its latest M3 could retake the crown of "pure driving enjoyment" 6 years later.

[@theLEGOguy22]

Hey John I also have a 2017 QV which also had an issue with the alarm sensitivity. It’s a known issue and the fix is a new dome light (which must house the alarm sensor).

[@johnmanciameli9752]

@@theLEGOguy22 Hey mate. Thanks for that. I will definitely ask to replace the done light. Cheers mate.

[@Biaigio]

Good review. Alfa still a competent machine after 6 years and keep the pace of the germans. Alfa much better under the skin (carbon fiber transmission shaft, double wishbone suspension, active aero etc.) and BMW has better interior quality and 100 hp more ( the engine push more than the spec declared).Alfa is underated because germans control the majority of the cars magazines.

[@johnmanciameli9752]

@@giulimarconi1715 Not to mention that in a recent UK magazine, the most satisfied car drivers from any brand on the planet were owners of the Guilia. Thats right. More than Tesla, more than Porsche, Merc, Audi, BMW, etc. Such a shame they arent selling as well as planned. Giuli - what do you put it down to? What would you do to improve sales?

[@DonViToCRLNE]

Alfas engine puts more power out than claimed too.

[@saidalas8381]

@@DonViToCRLNE And BMW's puts even more

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@saidalas8381 ahh dude i was almost worried that you wouldnt come here.

[@saidalas8381]

@@DonViToCRLNE you came here fanboy. Don't like the BMW, no one cares

[@WazzaG076]

You have really nailed it mate. Having owned 3 Alfa’s over 35 years I admit my bias but there is something very special about the Giulia and you have captured it. Great comparison.

[@saidalas8381]

You summarized the comments in favor of Alfa here. Fans that like good handling and equate driving experience + italian + different looking with beautiful

[@stephenlongfield8492]

I’m typically a Bmw M guy but currently own a Giulia Quadrifoglio. I test drove a new g80 M3 recently and honestly can’t say I was too impressed. Steering wasn’t great, felt far too overly firm and the sound was not only flat but fake. The artificial sound pumped in through the speakers was awful and overpowering. The engine has more turbo lag and the transmission feels slower than the Alfa’s, the paddles also insubstantial and dainty after using the stunning Alfa paddles. It’s such a shame Alfa didn’t update the tech properly on this facelift (no 360 cameras, head up display, wireless CarPlay, led headlights etc available) I don’t buy a car like this for tech personally, but these should absolutely be available on the Alfa. Quite a few reviewers comment on the interior materials but it’s funny they don’t point out all the horrible cheap plastics on the M3/4, I did a video of it I was tempted to upload

[@saidalas8381]

I've seen you everywhere saying the Alfa is better. Even if it was, it's uglier with a weaker brand name. Sorry

[@stephenlongfield8492]

@@saidalas8381 you’ve seen me stating my own opinion based on the experience I’ve had with both cars. But hey, you crack on with your own 👍

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@stephenlongfield8492 dont mind him. Hes under every video about Alfa, hating against Alfa. He must have a boring life.

[@saidalas8381]

@@DonViToCRLNE "the 4C is a good looking car" -Me. "I am a stuuupid Alfa fanboy that love the MiTo's nachos grill" -DonViToCorLeonE.

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@saidalas8381 again with the Mito? 🤣 Man whats your problem? I once wrote a comment that the Mito is not that good but i dont waste my time like you searching for it on the internet. Inform yourself a bit about how the world sees Alfas design. And dont tell us that all 7.5 billion people are biased Alfa fanboys🤣

[@Sav79rio]

This is the most honest review of a Giulia I’ve ever seen. Had to come from Australia.

[@andrewp9725]

Alfa any day! You nailed this one explaining what both cars are about! Keep up the great work! 👍

[@markbrix9385]

You didn't even drive an M3

[@saidalas8381]

Have you driven the M3? No. Just an Alfa fanboy who probably is religious

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@saidalas8381 have you driven the Alfa or the M3? No. Just the Alfa hater that is under every youtube video about Alfa.

[@saidalas8381]

@@DonViToCRLNE it's slower and uglier. It just sounds a little bit better. Now go pray to your sky daddy, since you probably are religious too

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@saidalas8381 its your opinion that you dont like the car, start to understand that. Religious? Me and religious? 🤣🤣🤡

[@vsboy2577]

The Alfa looks so good

[@saidalas8381]

not.

[@aredoplloci8459]

@@saidalas8381 I bet your comment changed his mind and he's buying 3 M3s next week

[@edovol3]

The Quadrifiglio is an amazing car. Mine puts a big smile on my face every time I go for a ride: a lot of personality, great handling and amazing look.

[@saidalas8381]

too bad those that see it's front won't smile

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@saidalas8381 hahaha who said this? You? 🤡

[@saidalas8381]

@@DonViToCRLNE anyone with 2 working eyes

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@saidalas8381 source? ,,Trust me bro" 🤡

[@saidalas8381]

@@DonViToCRLNE sales numbers

[@samcas707]

Had both an f80 comp and giulia qv at same time, difference in ride quality was huge, and ultimately why I sold the m3. what you’re seeing is the difference between a cheap low tech mcpherson strut Bmw persist with and a double wishbone front end on the Alfa - that’s where the money went

[@saidalas8381]

if you want a comfy car buy a granpa's bentley. The F80 looks miles better

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@saidalas8381 and this will be your personal opinion (which i have nothing against it) until the end of time.

[@saidalas8381]

@@DonViToCRLNE well most people's opinion. Until the end of time.

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@saidalas8381 im sorry but if you search around the internet you can see that the majority likes the design. A frustrated greek, jealous of italy cant change it.

[@saidalas8381]

@@DonViToCRLNE zealot

[@miroslavm2553]

In the past, Alfa was always much better than BMW in anything measurable. Not to mention Alfa’s stunning look. Today, Alfa is significantly better in absolutely everything including price. This new BMW looks like work of the drunk kids.

[@riccardodellicolli2568]

The Alfa is just stunning, looks fantastic and the engine is probably the best on today's market

[@yendor86]

I've owned my 2018 Giulia Ti Sport since new, so 5 years now. I'm still completely in love with it. I've driven the whole cast and crop of new competitors, including the BMW M340i, and none of them compares to the driving experience and the oneness that you feel with the Giulia. There's a magic built into it that no other car has which I think has much to do with the telepathic steering. Plus its absolutely beautiful to gaze at, inside and out. My only "problem" with the car in 5 year is I had to have 1 fuel injector replaced last year. That's it.

[@35itsracer]

I tested the BMW. But, I absolutely fell in love with the Alfa and bought it...Chassing Limits (below) says it all...The Alfa has soul.

[@Hali88]

from what I've heard the Alfa's V6 is a V8 with 2 cylinders cut off, not half a V12

[@paolov73]

Great review but as someone stated below, the Giulia Quad lump is a Ferrari V8 with two cylinders chopped off, not half a V12. Same bore, stroke and V angle dimensions as the V8.

[@stevekang1729]

Both great cars, but Alfa is just so much more unique and special. Yes, the interior quality is not great and infotainment system sucks, but when you are driving the car, none of that interior stuff matters. Giulia gives you the raw driving experience that puts a smile on your face. I love the massive column-mounted paddles that punch you back to your seat when you shift.

[@stephenlongfield8492]

To be honest the bmw has lots of low rent scratchy plastic too. No reviewers seem to point it out though!

[@saidalas8381]

Why this comment section is filled with fanboys? It's uglier and no one's buying it

[@stephenlongfield8492]

@@saidalas8381 it’s not fan boys, it’s people having an opinion. I can’t speak for others but mine is based on my own experiences with both vehicles

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@stephenlongfield8492 dont mind him. Hes under every video about Alfa, hating against Alfa. He must have a boring life.

[@malcolmscott4150]

Alfa Giulia everyday 😍

[@franka1621]

Another cracking review, Tom - sounds like you have found your next car… will you be taking yours in red?

[@damorocksaor2032]

Without a shodow of a doubt I will definitely choose Alfa Romeo. Great car.

[@numi2000]

I love the Giulia completely, I love the sound, such a beautiful sound. Is the kinda type of car who makes you fall in love completely for driving.

[@stefanrook706]

The Giulia is the most distinguised car by far😀!

[@Food_n_Driver365]

I don’t think I’ll ever let mine go. It’s pure joy to drive quickly 💯💪🏼

[@Jokwoo]

Marvelous review! I have to add that although I tend to drive “spiritedly” behind the wheel, I do appreciate the reasonable driving shots rather than drifting through corners which is all the rage with KZbinrs these days! One last thing: does the QV no longer offer their ivoryish and red interiors? You suggested that only the stitching can set it apart from an all black look but earlier model years provided three different leather interiors. BTW, I’ve driven the QV and it was as much fun as my lap time in a Ferrari 458!

[@richo2501]

Holy crap!!! That BMW is UGLY!!!!!! Wouldn't matter if it was the best car ever built, there's no way I'm buying that car. And as always, the Alfa is a thing of beauty. 33min review summarised in less than 33 seconds writing this comment! Lol! Great video as always.

[@saidalas8381]

taste and yourself dont get along very well

[@richo2501]

@@saidalas8381 Man it looks like a Lego car. Look where the back doors meet the wheel arches. Looked like they couldn't be bothered finishing the car off! It's an ugly car. No chance of spend my money on that. Imagine how depressing you'd feel if you caught a glimpse of yourself in it next to that Alfa! That's the definition of regret!

[@saidalas8381]

@@richo2501 the Alfa looks bad. Nachos grill, fussy front, short back disproportioned body for it's low hood and short but tall back

[@richo2501]

@@saidalas8381 Haha! The M3 looks like a regular 3 series with a cheap body kit slapped as sort.if an after thought. You must prefer that look! 😝 All good, variety is what makes the world go round.

[@thomashussel8518]

The BMW looks like it was designed by a fully drunken plumber…but there are enough wankers that will buy it

[@hokikole6266]

najbolji i najljepsi sedan u danasnje vrijeme je giulia,a o voznim karakteristikama da ne pticamo.....najvozniji automobil u klasi...jedan level vise od konkurencije....

[@MisterTia76]

Thank you for this great and complete review. Just a little remark: the engine of the Giulia It derives (unofficially) from the V8 Ferrari (same angle, same cylinder bore & stroke, etc) and not from the V12.

[@DonViToCRLNE]

The engine was developed together with former Ferrari engineers. Thats why the similarities.

[@saidalas8381]

@@DonViToCRLNE too bad the design wasn't developed with Pininfarina, and it shows.

[@DonViToCRLNE]

@@saidalas8381 too bad that most of the people still like it and your personal jealous greek opinion cant change it.

[@princeamg]

@@saidalas8381 I think you don’t like Alfa because you can’t afford one at this point

[@saidalas8381]

@@princeamg I like the Jag XE but I can't afford that either. Try again

[@informationexchange4085]

I love my Italian cars... which includes a Stelvio Quadrifoglio.

[@brunov.7411]

Giulia Quadrifoglio all day!

[@saidalas8381]

no

[@bto7779]

This is one of the best car reviews I have ever watched. Period! And I’ve watched many.

[@bigchief2331]

My friend.. alfa romeo , every day .. so gorgeous bellisimo !

[@FOXHOUND4143]

WHAT A SUPERB REVIEW! THIS GENTLEMAN IS ELOQUENT AND VERY INTELLIGENT. LOOKING FORWARD TO MORE REVIEWS!

[@Red-zr6vd]

Love the video! Only thing I disagree about is that I don’t think the Alfa is underrated. It wins almost every comparison test I see on the internet lol keep up the great work!

[@mesasartworks]

Yes, but no one wanna buy an Alfa thanks to the journalist at Jalopnik... I'm afraid when he talk underrated, he mean this car is not a selling success

[@bigchief2331]

this gentleman in australia , where the brands like alfa romeo and peugeot is very underrated and hardly anyone buys

[@vomErsten]

@@bigchief2331 Hardly anybody is buying this Alfa Romeo world-wide. IMHO it's the lack of a middle engine option and lack of marketing that are killing it.

[@Liban46227]

Alfa more soul more beauty more character and better sound.

[@markbrix9385]

You didn't even drive an M3

[@marcelhandsome6042]

Alfa Romeo the inventor and creator of the sports saloon! the original! the authentic! and the best!

[@MrThewy003]

Great review - picking up my Alfa this week :)

[@garymclaughlin4457]

Great video and I have drove BMW all my life and love these cars but the Alfa has stole my heart forever. My next but is the quadrifollia .

[@spagbowlsparmacheese629]

Giorgio (ferrari) platform for the Alfa is so good it took BMW three updates to catch up. BMW also uses augmented engine noise which is really faking sounds through speakers. Rather go Alfa Romeo and "live".

[@bc8580]

After 6 years, the Giulia still is ahead in driving dynamics. No other luxury sports sedan is as supple as a daily driver. It’s dual personality continues to be unmatched.

[@DonViToCRLNE]

The Giorgio plattform is not a Ferrari platform, its a completely new platform developed for Alfa Romeo and its used in Maserati too.

[@georgiosgrigoriadis6200]

Both are great cars but i agree with you. I prefer the Alfa.

[@definitiveenergy1]

I'm partial to the Alfa, I own the Stelvio. I'll take an Alfa over the BMW because of the performance and style, I don't care so much about the luxury.

[@sylenzyostampa]

Alfa all day.....reliable and gorgeous !!!

[@thulaneking-priest6229]

Excellent! Not chasing car brands but giving honest feedback despite a potential backlash from the bema fanatics. Kudos to you Mate!

[@marstralia]

I think this car journalist does a great job formulating his sentences, to bring a cross his opinion very clearly. Pleasure to watch/hear.

[@ghostridertom]

To learn default modes (if somewhat nicely set up) is much better than wizardring with hundreds of choices. I am buying QV in 2024. I will probably get 2021-22 because of the analog dials.

[@barrynevison9472]

Really nice review, Tom. You're lucky to be able to try these two cars side by side; some of us might get a chance to try one, but then to jump straight into the other? Unlikely. I think your overall balance of review was a real credit to you. Some reviewers jump quickly to one side or the other and then fail to keep enough impartiality. Not in your review. You managed to balance all the great features and show what outstanding cars these BOTH are, in their own way. They might be in the same segment but they offer a different proposition. For me, the Alfa has the effervescence and exuberance of that cheeky upstart who's not bothered to get a few [little] details slightly wrong provided it brings a massive smile to your face when driven hard. It also looks so beautiful. The BMW has the solidity, the confidence, the raw power and just the overall better luxury experience even if it throws a few points away on the back roads. So what swings it for many people will likely be other stuff like dealer network, warranty and fear of the unknown. I am one of those lucky QV drivers (and hence not truly impartial), but I can confidently say that I have never owned a car with fewer issues. My QV is 4 years old now and was one of the early versions with the somewhat inferior infotainment. It's been into the garage just once for an unscheduled reason cropping up within the first 3 months of ownership. Since then it hasn't missed a heartbeat. I think this car is NOT like the Alfa's of old (whether deserved or [sometimes] not) where passion always had to jump in and make the excuses for the reliability. You really can buy this car with your head.

[@damiendipietro2413]

A great review. Good to have an honest and fair comparison without gimmicks.

[@heinedenmark]

The engine is a Ferrari F154 V8 with 2 cylinders chopped off. Got nothing to do with Ferrari's V12 🙄👏

[@rogerchadwick3452]

At 60 years of age ,and with children having flown I'll keep the 4c, until I need to go fast with passengers..

[@aadi8568]

both of these cars look very nice, the bmw grille has definitely grown on me, but I still think alfa looks slightly nicer

[@napolmen]

alfa Is best

[@saidalas8381]

said an italian

[@thnktank1]

Alpha is Alpha

[@_hashtag]

Alfa is Italian Trash

[@tommyhall7043]

I once thought like that! Had bmw for years then took the plunge and got 2019 Giulia, first year was fine great car, not as refined as bmw but other areas more than made up for it. After first year it was toed to factory 3 times in 8 month! Sold it after that, back to bmw, shame as I really loved that car. PS never had so many compliments with Alfa than any other car but end of day electrics are shit..

[@IrishStar]

Comparison?? There is no comparison, Alfa Romeo every single time. 🇮🇹🍀🏎️🐍👌😎

[@johnedds2327]

It's hard for any enthusiast to overcome the Alfa past with it's attendant mechanical issues; brave review on the facts and the feel. Great conclusion with which I agree . Good work Tom.

[@abedrawas5692]

Alfa Romeo anytime anywhere

[@ignaciofernandezmartinez185]

I completely agree with you. I bought a Giulia Quadrifoglio and is like nothing else I've ever driven. I really hope they release a new 2023 version. Thanks for your detailed review, very nice job!

[@Alfa-yk2qh]

I love the comments in this video. So many people supporting alfa ! Its a very special car ! The 4c and giulia deserve respect.

[@mesasartworks]

Thanks for the great comparison! 7-8 liter/100 km fuel consumption is a joke. Germans used to lie about this, easily gives you 3,6 L in their catalogues - an AMG for example. So i'm sure the M3 is closer to the Giulia in terms of fuel consumption IRL.I don't care about the orange, white or even pink interiors, a sportscar/sportsedan should wear black interior only. The only thing i should pay more is the carbon seat options in the Giulia, looks much better the car with them I like both car, but i love the Giulia only.

[@supaahflyy]

My F82 M4 gets me 8-9.5L in morning traffic on my commute to work in its most basic settings 'efficient'. The Germans use way less fuel. They use less fuel compared to Asian 4 Cyl cars making 150hp. Can't comment on Alfa though as I have no experience with them

[@erikwolf3479]

My first car was an Alfa 147 and every car i owned since then was an Alfa. Wouldn't drive a BMW if you gave it to me for free.

[@johngriffiths3394]

The Alfa is a future classic. The BMW is avery good car, but will never be remembered in the same way. Quadrifoglio wins. 👍

[@spider5604]

I like how you drive it like a snail

[@MattBHerz7]

Great review! I'm so pleasantly surprised to see auto journalists and youtubers stick with the Alfa over the new M3. Ive had my 2020 Giulia QV about a month and am constantly amazed at the balance it strikes bw a luxurious, supple ride and blinding performance. I hope to keep it forever. My only gripe is the lack of a middle ground between the torque limiter/ESC/TC fully ON in Dynamic mode and fully OFF in Race mode. My 2017 Cadillac ATS-V and even my Golf R had an in between setting that would let you get have all the fun while still having a safety net. Still though, I wouldn't trade the baked-in alfa drive modes for the infinite adjustability of the Bimmer. I'd drive myself nuts constantly messing with those settings!

[@chasingcars]

Agree with those comments. ESC fully off in Race shouldn't be mandatory

[@svetoslavtodorov2427]

I still don't get why people care so much about Interior. Perhaps the people that get chauffeured around or passangers do. As a driver as long as I have viable nav and music and the seat is comfortable, I simply don't care about gimmicks. Care not if the door handle is polished gold or plastic if the car is pleasure to drive. My audi looks smart and good inside and out but that's before you start driving it... Sensible it is but that's where everything else related to driving ends...

[@coccioman]

You know that in Italy there is a car ownership tax based on horsepower that cost you 20€ for each kW over 185. Plus the regular tax. For these cars means around 5000€ per year, decrease at 60 - 30 and 15% after 5 - 10 - 15 years. So 10 years of ownership you pay 40k in taxes. It’s a thing only for rich, not middle-high class. Despite to that, the Giulia is my dream car and hopefully I’ll buy a 10 years used one in few years.

[@v_isforvictory9366]

I like how the infotainment is part of the interior and doesn't look like an afterthought

[@ChrisSmith-fu7fo]

Maybe the specs are different here in the UK, but the seats do have standard electric side bolster adjustment and the boot release on the key fob allows you to pop that up automatically and remotely. The overall build quality is also first rate on the 2021 model year, albeit the lower door trim materials still lag behind the rest of the recently updated interior and will be inferior to the BMW.

[@rogerchadwick3452]

If a pop up boot and some trim are the be all and end all, that's a little sad.

[@svetoslavtodorov2427]

@@rogerchadwick3452 gimmicks. That being said for a car that munch £20 per 60miles at best is, well quite steep nowadays. Empty petrol stations and queues aside.

[@dailyphotography]

The alfa is not 130,000$. The alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio starts at 79,000$

[@davidchambers6769]

Absolutely love the quality of your content Tom and team. This type of review reminded me of your M140i v Golf R comparison you did a while back, keep it coming.

[@noeljohns196]

Great review Tom. Captures the essence of Alfa Romeo perfectly.

[@MrMAY-ji8fr]

Alfa Romeo for me 😘👌🏻

[@Mr2pint]

Excellent review man, you really get a feel of what these two cars are about 👍 I would go for the Alpha...

[@doddsalfa]

Alfa

[@saidalas8381]

@@doddsalfa ugly*

[@Mr2pint]

@@doddsalfa the age of voice typing, constant spelling corrections R2 tedious..

[@Kruse1]

09:48 - The plastic rear flare extensions on the M3 are such a fail, and the rear doors haven't been flared out to match either (obvious at 10:30). So cheap.

[@hellothere4342]

Now that you've pointed it out you just can't unsee it. Had to check out the M4,RS4 and C63s and they don't seem to have this oversight.

[@pt020]

The back door looks like from another car.

[@saidalas8381]

the giulia looks so cheap, but as a biased fanboy you didn't mention it

[@tigerpjm]

I adore my Giulia QV. One disappointment - although I do prefer analogue gauges, I was hoping they would be Jaeger as per my Alfa 33 from many years ago. Not so!

[@thnktank1]

Sports sedans are my shit too! And that Ferrari V12 cut into a V6 is so necessary for me at this time. I'm already saving up.

[@thejohnnerparty]

Really good overview of these two cars. A big thumbs up!

[@jamesclarke2380]

I disagree with you are obviously very bias towards the BMW the Gulia QV is a far superior car in most aspects

[@Fioravanti.80]

Good review. Alfa for me, by far. Before buying an F355 Berlinetta manual, the Alfa was the only other option for me. This is how good the car is in my humble opinion.

[@pocketaces777]

That F355 is a classic man. Only seen maybe 2 F355s where I live - Toronto. Also seen just 1 Porsche 993 Turbo. Such beautiful rare cars those two.

[@Fioravanti.80]

@@pocketaces777 Thanks Brian - the F355 really is very special and I would encourage anyone to experience one, and better still get one. A wonderful car to behold and drive with enthusiasm!

[@gordonclark7632]

Both cars have beautiful styling (the nose of the M3 apart) but I preferred your review of the M4 which doesn't have the panel fitment oddity of the four door.

[@pomaze1]

Alfa for me. The design of the BM is just too disjointed and fussy from panel to panel. Ugly nose.

[@targaflorio3239]

Great review. And good you gave the Alfa a chance and didn’t take the automatic default of “German car superiority” attitude so many reviewers do. Looking to buy the QV.

[@robertzupanic2784]

Giulia for me❤️

[@leftright8826]

Giulia just looks way better than that other abomination!

[@PriitKaru]

Great overview! Is the Carwow outro music a coincidence or a tribute :D?

[@chasingcars]

We’ve used the track for nine months. No idea what other channels use.

[@saidalas8381]

@@chasingcars do you seriously the giulia looks better with the nachos grill? lmao Most non biased people prefer the M3.

[@PlaAwa]

great review as usual. why isn't there an all wheel drive version of the alfa?

[@edombre4637]

why do people call the Alfa a QV? Should it not be QF (QuadriFoglio)?

[@chasingcars]

Because it used to be known as quadrifoglio verde.

[@edombre4637]

OK thanks!@@chasingcars

[@simonturner8431]

Is the speed limit in Oz 25 mph?

[@robertljungberg5282]

Italy🇮🇹 BEATS Germany🇩🇪