Review | 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia | Rapid Rebirth

[@chrispmoney]

I don't understand how snooze fest saab Kyle has 1 million subscribers with his always positive never critical sub par reviews, yet the goose who shits on everyone doesn't. people are stupid. keep it up, you're honestly the best of the best

[@larrysmith6797]

Candy Crush Saga makes a bazillion dollars and you don't understand why saab Klye has more views than this channel?

[@gregblack8550]

Is the best!!!!!!

[@gregblack8550]

He does not shit on everything. He tries to be honest and put people in the right car for themselves . Bunch of people out there that could be driving vehicles that are much more engaging.

[@ontheaction1]

Saab4kyle did an amazing job of showing the interior and nailed how it really "feels" to be in that car. They are both amazing to watch and I'm sure Saab4kyle inspired alot of the car reviewers here on youtube.

[@GOLD_FEVER]

@jonny j he has 1 million subs . you honestly think that out of 1 million people he hasn't "inspired" even one?

[@overbuiltlimited]

I'd REALLY like to hear the excuses that EVO, Drive, Motor Trend, et al have as to how is it that, even with six camera men per shoot, $100K in video equipment, professional writers and exotic locations, that an amateur, driving around the Chicago suburbs, produces more compelling car videos than they do, time and time again. Well done sir!

[@myaccount__7269]

Motortrend KZbin does a GREAT job with their head 2 head videos. Matt is good but no comparison to mtrend. He does a GREAT AMAZING job but you can't beat people who do it full time with crew, script etc.

[@overbuiltlimited]

I said that the SG vids are more compelling and I stand by that statement. They carry much more information to a car buyer than any MT vid. Mark really conveys what it is like to live with the car. He goes into detail that the other guys just don't. I mean he spends ten minutes talking about the underside of the car. No one else does that. Then there are the truly awful scripts that MT has. They should fire whoever writes them. Truly nails on a chalkboard bad. So yes, SG can and does beat people who do it full time. We'll just have to agree to disagree.

[@weedmastersr]

I'm sorry but I have to disagree. I have enjoyed watching this review of the Giulia QV much more than that of MotorTrend. MotorTrend might have a bigger budget but they're kinda crappy in the writing department. I don't subscribe to and understand their views as much as I do with this guy. They try to insert too much forced, unfunny, humor. Plus, these reviews are way more detailed.

[@oldtwins]

MT and other biggies rely on ratings so they use gimmicks, such as burning rubber, drifting, fake screaming, yelling, good guy/ bad guy rhetoric, and other pre-written tactics to tell an exciting story. none of that here. production done is a piece of art.

[@TassieLorenzo]

The old Motortrend Ignition videos used to be good, when they had a structure: intro, drag strip, figure eight, canyons... but now they are all over the place and have some seriously schizophrenic editing.

[@homiefizzle5260]

Would love to see this revisited with Mark, the mechanic dude is always so negative and just appears uninterested.

[@EzriIkramS]

I don't wanna care about cars. Don't wanna care about cars. Savagegeese releases a video. Gawdemmit!

[@troy9er]

Ezri Ikram , that’s too Funny!!!!😂🤣

[@kiwihame]

Superb review. Scott adds nothing to your channel but a cool name, he's more negative, more awkward. Jack does. He's natural and more relatable. Damn I love this Alfa.

[@pereldh5741]

Well you either got a sense of humour or you don’t! 😊

[@dawidgruchala594]

Dude this guy was making comprehensive, impeccable quality and informative videos 3 years ago?!?! Still 300k views. Much respect brother, hope you keep climbing! 🧗‍♀️

[@JakeXSV]

holy production quality/value. great vid!

[@michelcoulon3923]

It is a shit video from someone who does not know about cars

[@out4lox262]

michel, do you have some kind of personal beef with this guy? because i have no ax to grind, and i don't see where you get this from....

[@michelcoulon3923]

Hi Steven, my problem is that the video is inaccurate in so many aspects. The whole story about the relationship between Ferrari and Fiat shows no knowledge of the business. Ferrari wanted to get out of FCA because they decided 'they were done with it' is a joke. FCA owned 90% of Ferrari. Sergio Marchionne is both the chairman of Ferrari and chief executive of FCA. The journalist is not comparing the car with its main competitors. I am just listening again his rant about the trunk size, which is the same size as the BMW M3...what the hell? As for the comfort, most people who actually drove this car without prejudice will tell you one of the key strengths of the car is its comfort even on hard suspension mode.

[@michelcoulon3923]

When he says it is the last Alfa designed in cooperation with Ferrari, it is also not accurate. Ferrari helped build the whole platform that will also be used for the Stelvio and key new cars for the next 10 years. The number of non accurate statements in this videos is stunning...

[@savagegeese]

You are cherry picking plenty out of the video. They spun Ferrari off to make that division money. FCA is separated from Ferrari, period. Whether or not they share resources depends on how that spin off is structured. And yes the architecture will be re-used and the Stelvio will be a clone but going forward they will be farther from this car. Lastly The Alfa is a mid sized car, the trunk space in the Alfa is 12 Cubic Feet. BMW M2 has 14. Honda Accord has 15.8 Honda Civic 15.1. Its small no matter how you look at it.

[@zollotech]

those slider shots....so good

[@srulyp1]

I luv ur vids👍🏽

[@flangmasterj]

What an achievement by Alfa. Another car I can only dream of owning. Great review once again guys.

[@mickwrinkles2318]

So well filmed that it's a real joy to watch. You should be a supervisor for the big motoring channels on how to stage cars.

[@cybernetck]

As someone who watches tons of car reviews, this is fantastic. Very detailed, thorough and balanced. First time viewer, and now subscriber! Very intrigued by your closing comments; I'm a former E92 owner and loved that car; I may wait to see what improvements 2018 may bring to address some of the concerns you've raised, but I'm otherwise sold, based on this review! 👍🏿

[@heinkmeister8415]

I really love your editing style, it's so smooth, it really feels even better than the stuff that the big guys like Jalopnik and Car & Driver put out! It's clean, professional, and it makes every video feel like a high-budget feature film. Keep up the great work!

[@steveallan3306]

What a great review - insightful and informed. The quality of the video and the editing is excellent. You deserve far more subscribers!

[@melvinsy2523]

I watch for the production / review quality though sometimes I have no interest in the car being reviewed. Once again 10/10 geese.

[@nickolasroper3237]

I love the absolute no frills no bs reviews this guy gives. He’s not trying to broaden his viewer range as much as he’s trying to provide a clear concise informative review. This is better than 99.9% of car reviewers out there. And his response about the interior is exactly how I thought when I first looked at these cars. I thought to myself, if that was without badges, I’d think it’s a Mazda.

[@RagoFam]

You actually showed us the mechanicals of the car -- Thank you!!! This is the best review of all. Great research on your part, too. Thanks for providing the informed review of the components that matter, along with the test drive and critiques. So far I've driven the Ti Q4 with sport package. That's a shockingly great fun/$ value, with what looks like much of the underpinnings of the Quadrifoglio (but minus lots too, such as the QF's dual exhaust and subframe aero shielding) I hope you can review that less expensive model too, and crank it up on the lift to see how many components it shares with its 2x more expensive big brother. One question on the QF's underbody stuff -- Forward of the rear wheels, it all looks like some sort of compressed jute or such. Is that actually just a fabric material as it looks like? If so, that wouldn't last even a whole year in New England weather!

[@NealsBrush]

I have two Giulia"s with 50K each on the odometer and they still feel new and have been flawless. Best car you can buy for the price.

[@aaroneberle5920]

Just a suggestion, consider revising the title of this video. I suspected it was just the standard Giulia and not the Quad. trim. It will probably increase the viewer count quite a bit. Keep em coming, thanks!

[@Z3sty367]

Aaron Eberle Thought the same thing, think he was trying to keep it short too. Perhaps to add the "sum of parts" description he adds after the vehicle name likes hes been doing for awhile now.

[@MartinodePueblo]

You guys going to do an update on the giulia's? You say there is a lot of room for improvement for next generations, so did they?

[@iforc]

I appreciate that you talk about panel gap and even paint quality. Most so called reviewers don’t.

[@robertmartin1116]

5:12 Rumor has it they smashed later that evening.

[@Strike86]

10 years ago the quickest Alfa Romeo money could buy was a Brera with a 260hp 3.2 V6. Now they've got a saloon with less displacement and almost twice the horsepower. Crazy.

[@AyoHues]

Great review. Superb detail. Crazy video res. What was this shot on? History lesson re: Alfa Romeo & Ferrari. 1. Enzo was a test driver for Alfa. He then became a privateer, then a modifier. Then he decided to build his own marque. So, Alfa is the Don and Ferrari is just the bambino! 2. Check out the first Alfa Giulia: 5 speed, fully independent suspension, all round disc brakes etc etc when the contemporaneous Ferrari had none of these features. And who designed the Giulia Coupe at Bertone? A young Italian kid fresh out of military service by the name of Giugiaro. Of course the last 40years have been patchy 😁 but here’s to the next 60 years being as glorious as the first 60!

[@dalouman]

Thank you. Very in-depth review, you hit a new mark. Love the "wanna kick them out of the car" comment.

[@HiddenWen]

Just like certain beautiful women, Italian cars are incredibly alluring and unique, but have tiny issues and details that make the long term relationship more difficult than it needs to be.

[@alakhazom]

Oh man, you're right. They do have tiny issues

[@danielrico3006]

the mechanical operator's face is pure poetry. Handle careful and don't forget the operation manual ;) . Viva la Alfa Romeo

[@The_Original_Default_Username]

In 2020, I'd like to see how many times this car had to be in the shop for troubleshooting and repairs.

[@mrb4211]

Fantastic film. The best car review I have seen. Period. Thanks for making this.

[@jdmercard]

I don't know how you don't have 1M subscribers.

[@aaron5222]

I laughed way to hard at Scott using the engine cover as a shield

[@TheBucketOfTruth]

Are you guys going to revisit this car with the facelift model?

[@JustinBenn]

Very knowledgeable review and commentary. You really make me want to buy this car! Great photography too. Chapeau!

[@marinoint]

To answer your question, the "A" driving mode of Alfa's "DNA" is designed mainly for heavy traffic or when the driver simply want to extend their driving range for various reasons. Since most of the population live in or near metropolitan cities, it's quite easy to encounter heavy traffic.

[@Silentwitness1978]

Best reviewer on any platform. Congratulations on your efforts champ.

[@shaesham]

Dude you HAVE to let Scott add more to the discussion. He adds a few nice comments here and there on all your videos but it's weird he doesn't say more.

[@scringe1]

I'm late to the party but, I was very impressed what Alfa did underneath this car. It's sad that most people won't get to use what is was made for on public roads without getting into trouble. So is life with all fast cars I guess.

[@spanky9067]

Another masterpiece!

[@M3RRIH3W13]

I, still, really love this car. It isn't like everyone's car and the review is stellar. It's 2019 and I wonder if it's falling apart and parts are Ferrari price. Anyone?

[@joelspaulding5964]

Am I the only one who anticipates if the shop is with or without Turbowski? Usually prefer with, as the decades-long rapport between the guys tends towards always entertaining regardless of the vehicle or actual review.

[@rizocars6115]

my Favorited car channel by far, you guys are on the road to be the best

[@daniellesh1782]

Scott playing with the engine cover as a shield in the beginning of "In the Shoppe" had me dying hahaha

[@luckystrike656]

THE BEST VIDEO OF THE GIULIA

[@Relumer]

Thank you for this great video...

[@user_uif_ghg_wer_das]

The photograph of this channel is a whole another level among the car review channel crowd.

[@m1thumb]

Love your reviews. Best car reviewer on the interwebs!

[@stephenneely7385]

Great historical context, and honest reviewing. Considering a Ti, and now I know what to watch out for down market. Pros and Cons. Thanks!

[@stepped0]

What's this?! An American that can actually do car reviews?! Well done. (Apologies if you're Canadian).

[@NoGaragE30]

Man, I was really hoping you would highlight the fact that the infotainment screen was seamlessly integrated into the dash! Since you always call out the horrible tablet style design in most modern cars. Anyways, great video as usual.

[@theLEGOguy22]

Excellent review. Probably the best I’ve seen on the Giulia Quad.

[@HankDCFC]

I love your channel and reviews, but why do you use that Turbowski guy? I've never once heard him offer any meaningful input or technical observations and he just seems really negative about everything. I like the idea of getting a vehicle on the ramp and looking at the construction etc, but get someone more knowledgeable and enthusiastic please?

[@ryanshannon7703]

This is my first SavageGeese review vid and I was wondering if that was a regular thing. It's almost as if he's just using the mechanic for his lift/shop.

[@johntechwriter]

Turbowski is a surrogate for the audience. Rather than talk to the camera for 37 minutes, during the middle portion Mark pretends to be informing Turbowski. But in reality he is talking to us. It’s just a production technique.

[@notme7339]

I like how you have to Chrysler minivan in the background when you are in the garage haha. Paying respects to FCA... @9:33. Great video and great car! It is nice to see cars built with passion; a dying art it seems.

[@KuyaArbee]

Bro amazing content! I love how detailed you get with what matters most! We get to learn more more about the suspension and how everything is! I love your ford focus rs video and how it shows that the suspension is flawed on normal roads

[@nusretkallaba6773]

Best review of the QV on youtube.

[@kirk9899]

I am so glad you finally put out another video and what a car! What kind of video equipment do you use for your videos?

[@AmarothEng]

"Handy carbon fibre handle to close the trunk" 🤣 straight up savage

[@japanesecinema6736]

You deserve way more subscribers. Keep doing what you do.

[@jeffsloane8628]

So many comments in this video are spot on. Nice work and thumbs up. I am surprised the small front door size was not mentioned... Must be a hobbit thing. And you know the repair and maintenance cost on this thing are going to make a modern BMW M car feel like owning a Camry.

[@Vestastic]

Geez, Man, Turboski's bitterness is such a clash to the sweet, sweet, sarcasm and plethera of elaborate information. Guess that's what peasant camio in a top tier presegious KZbin car review. Jokes aside your videograohy talent, intelligence, articulation, and work ethic are so far beyond practically everyone else it's marvolous. Personally even inspirational, to no settle for basic quality anything, and ifbibcreate or work on something never to produce trash. Because your channel is ateetimate to how much more enjoyable it is when someone smart really takes their time to present their honned craft. jk suck it dummy Turboski rules FCA rocks. Interiors should be 123% black plastic cookies and girls scouts r gay

[@josephandreuccetti8043]

Alfa by design and interior has always blown everyone out of the water. To bad we didn’t get there hot hatches

[@Chironex_Fleckeri]

My god the Giulia is so beautiful I think I want one just for that. It might be a mistake, but I am in love with this car after this review. I'd just get the base engine; it's probably plenty for me to play with.

[@anthonyc9425]

Masterfully produced, highly educating video but 2 things: Why called a QV? Shouldn't it be QF, for Quadrifoglio? The remark about fitting a girl scout in the trunk is more than a little creepy.

[@maxant4285]

Nobody ever called it QV. He made it up.

[@karolstopinski8350]

Everyone is doing the QV review but the regular Giulia is also tons of fun and at a pricepoint of Typer R or STI. I dont see anyone trying to compare this to an STI or something like that. Ugh.

[@stephenr8781]

Does this guy ever crack a smile while driving a fun/enjoyable car?

[@savagegeese]

Yes, indeed. These videos are not about my personal enjoyment so when the camera is rolling its business.

[@stephenr8781]

Good to know.. otherwise good review. Thanks for the reply

[@andrewdacosta6440]

34:20 it's about time that touch screens arent special! I hate the smudges, they're wack!

[@noahmatthew6658]

I love this car hopefully they still make them in 5-7 years when I can afford one. My grandma drives the normal guilia and it’s awesome

[@ak2112]

Flawless production on the video. Well done. And that interior is so black. It's in dire need of some brightening.

[@Sold_a_dummy]

Your work is brilliant as usual. I think I'm one of the few that really dislikes all the _modes_. I dislike modes because I have such a difficult time just choosing a mode. I think it's great for the majority though who probably set it and forget it. This car seems like the business. I think there are quirks but most seem to really like it. I wonder how good the follow up will be ...with a Vw motor? 🤓

[@robertwilliams1286]

You mentioned that this is too much power to actually use in everyday life. How much is the most reasonable power a car should have to not murder yourself behind the wheel? 200hp, 25hp, 365hp, +400hp? Great video btw!

[@mikebirkenheier3740]

“After market shit box” was the phrase that earned a subscribe

[@tigerbalm666]

I has to admit, impressive. I paintd my brake covers yellow (my car is red), really stand out form all the Porsche with red brakes.

[@tmh44]

I'm seriously looking at the Ti model with the Sport Pack as my new (leased) daily...I love the design and in a sea of BMWs, Mercs, and Audis it's refreshing. Yes, I'd lease it, I do not want to own one before seeing what long-term reliability is. Great video!

[@cynthiahenry5065]

can you do a review of the Stelvio QV please?

[@furtivedig]

while I agree with most he said I think the development time was a few years longer. There was a rumour that the first iteration was send back and was designed from scratch a second time. I also expect the manual to be somewhat lighter, for those lucky markets. I wouldn't miss it though, because even on the diesel Stelvio the ZF was sublime :D

[@fakealexstrong]

At 20:19 those finger prints on the carbon would bug me so much

[@rockwellspipe6115]

I love the color. I had thought the Giulia only looked right in red (and unfortunatly I dont like red cars, even though I love this car).....but now that I see it in grey with yellow brakes wow

[@coreyjames7157]

Love your reviews, easily the best on KZbin. Any way you could do a review of the Stelvio?

[@dmitriy5833]

Have seen a lot of reviews for this Quadrifoglio QV but haven't seen many for the standard model that 90% of buyers will opt for. Think you're going to review that one? Going to be in the market soon in this class.

[@savagegeese]

+Dmitriy I think a lot of it is because the production of the regular models really kicked off in early 2017

[@dmitriy5833]

Gotcha, good to know. I actually sat in a couple at the Alfa dealer and shared your sentiment about the interior; I felt like I was sitting in my Mazda 3. Not necessarily a bad thing.

[@mramritbhatia]

Fantastic review of what I can only agree is a breathtaking car (from my 20 minutes of driving it)

[@ghostridertom]

It is the year 2024 and the era is ending. It is time to get this one time sparkle of what could have been in case Mr. Marchione would not have left us early :-(. My question is: Go for the 2024 model with digital dash (not terrible tablet style at least) and mechanical limited slip dif plus new Matrix LED headlights OR go for 2021-22 car with Torque vectoring and mechanical dials, same interior improvements but older Xenon units in front. Mr. Geese did you drive the mechanical LSD Giulia? It would be so great you did and tell us. Because of your reviews I bought a GS F and Lotus Evora. Now it is time for a real Forza Italia Emotione. With all the + and - :-)

[@gregblack8550]

Best reviews out there. Still confused on the car I want.

[@tomhertz1614]

GREY and silver show off the lines of the car. Color is great

[@mberezh]

I actually quite like it in grey. I find the front to look a bit odd in red. The same can be said for white, which is my favorite color for many cars.

[@renrie]

Fantastic review and quality all around. Glad I found this channel. New sub!

[@lkjh00on89]

Please incorporate a standard trunk test: can it fit a set of golf clubs! Thanks!

[@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow]

I think the Mazda3 was developed in the same amount of time. But it also shows many signs of being rushed to market.

[@ChrisDorgan]

Seriously... want.... but in coupe form. Personally wasn't a fan of the sound, totally agree needs an option to open flaps whenever ya want... so to speak :P & I do wish they had used a DCT, surely they could have nabbed Ferrari's n thrown it in haha I realise the ZF is a great box day to day. Great review dude, one of the best most comprehensive reviewers out there.

[@TerryFT86]

Lovely revview as usual @ savagegeese Please do a review for TOYOTA C-HR :)

[@paulusandronicus]

Hell i like the interior of the Alfa better than the BMW i8 and thats a 150k car.

[@tjk9263]

The i8 is a way overpriced car

[@MrHav1k]

It's absolutely gorgeous!

[@MisterDillPickle]

Giulia QV review by savagegeese? Insta watch! Oh and how dare you prefer those wheels over the classic teledials or whatever they're called.

[@TassieLorenzo]

I think the wheels are OK, they are just an off-the-shelf forged BBS wheel design I think, their latest lightweight design... I am more bothered by the bland seats and monochrome steering wheel badge. :P I would take the interior in red or tan leather, thank you very much Alfa!

[@adamhayden5152]

I’ve always had cars with what would be called regular OEM brakes. Yeah I’ve put slotted and drilled rotors and better pads and I always thought they were pretty good. Then I got a 2005 Cadillac STS4 with JE5 brake package and I thought wow! These are great brakes and I did the same thing with pads and rotors as I did before. Then I bought a Cadillac ATS with brembo’s and I was surprised how sensitive they are and it actually took me while to get used to them. They are just 4 piston brembos up front and single piston floating caliper in the rear. Best brakes I’ve ever used! I haven’t done anything to them and I don’t know if I will. I may upgrade the rear brakes to 4 piston brembos off ats V

[@canchume]

Dude you are the fucking best, no one in this stupid page had the quality of your videos

[@ElricX]

These are really interesting cars! I'd love one but I've heard they cost an arm and a leg to keep them running. Too many reliable cars out there to risk that kind of money.

[@philstaples8122]

There would be no Ferrari without Alfa Romeo, Enzo Ferrari was the race team boss for Alfa prior to founding Farrari and he only did that because Alfa withdrew from racing. Many Alfa engines were designed by Alfa and Farrari engineers as they used to swap between companies a good example is Giuseppe Busso who worked for both Alfa and Farrari and developed the beautiful Alfa Romeo V6 engine also known as the Busso V6.

[@tomhertz1614]

STARTING price is $37k which is a steal.

[@ernanv24]

Tom Hertz that's not the one with 500hp+ that's with either 200hp+ or 300hp+

[@ReDiiKuLuS]

Tom Hertz And 74,000 for a 505HP Ferrari designed car is amazing

[@TheMorning_Son]

Tom Hertz i want to 280 hp one with white interior

[@tomhertz1614]

matrixlone NICE!! White interior looks so good.

[@out4lox262]

that is what i thought. really got my attention.

[@TSi99999]

Great review. Great choice of vehicle many are curious about. Was sold on a Charger Hellcat now not so sure. Make mine bright red!

[@rainmaker1119]

Best review in the world.

[@DearMajesty]

I know it'll probably pain you, but I'd like to see a video of the Hyundai Ioniq or the Hyundai Elantra GT (Sport with the 1.6T + DCT) if it isn't too similar to the regular Elantra for you. Also, I know you probably hate them, but I want to hear your thoughts on the Tesla P100D or any Tesla for that matter. I think you'll actually appreciate them more than you think....mostly because you can drive like a complete asshole and get away with that because you just zip by silently :P

[@pvtcmyers87]

superb job with this review!

[@megustaQAQ]

I don't usually comment. But this is really, great.

[@johntyson]

Okay...here goes...I'd rather have a Chevy SS 6-speed manual. I'll show myself out.

[@savagegeese]

+Johntyson Yeah I have to admit that is also a good choice, not sure why no one bought it

[@johntyson]

savagegeese Doesn't look kick ass enough.

[@MrR2185]

I think it looks good asd I like that it looks so low key. Less likely to get pulled over. My heart says go for the Alfa Giulla....my brain likes the SS.

[@TheSaint491]

So annoying. Alfa recently stated good luck getting a manual in any performance car now. For a brand that totes that heritage of theirs and cashes in so frequently on it and a passionate fantasy, it's interesting to see them almost turning their backs on them. Yes I am bitter about the manual situation, no I won't forget it and become apathetic.

[@stillnottellingyoumyname8193]

Brad_0 It's a manual in other places except America