Especificaciones y análisis del Alfa Romeo Spider
Power
185HP
Torque
230Nm
Consumption
9.1l/100
Emissions
214g/km
0-100 km/h
8.8s
Top Speed
224km/h
Weight
1625kg
Price
35,500€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
FWD
2 / 2 doors
253 L
70 L
136 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.2 JTS 185CV Selespeed (2008-2010)
General description
The Alfa Romeo Spider is the embodiment of the Italian 'cuore sportivo', an invitation to feel the road under the open sky. Born from the Brera and 159 platform, this two-seater convertible is not just a car; it's a statement of principles, a rolling work of art that directly appeals to the emotion and passion for the purest form of motoring.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is like starting a ritual. The 185-horsepower 2.2 JTS engine sings with a distinctive melody, especially as it revs up. It doesn't aim for acceleration records but rather to deliver a rewarding and connected experience. The double-wishbone suspension on both axles gives it superb composure in corners, feeling more like an agile grand tourer than a radical sports car. The Selespeed gearbox, with its robotized manual character, demands involvement and makes you a participant in every shift, immersing you in an authentic and sensory driving experience, where the wind and the engine sound are your best travel companions.
Design and aesthetics
Designed in collaboration with Pininfarina, the Spider is a sculpture. Its front end, dominated by the iconic 'Trilobo' and sharp headlights, is pure aggression and elegance. The waistline rises towards a muscular and perfectly proportioned rear, creating a silhouette that is captivating from any angle. Inside, the cabin envelops you in a purely Italian atmosphere, with a driver-oriented console, recessed gauges, and an attention to detail that prioritizes style and sportiness. It's a car that makes you feel special even before starting the engine.
Technology and features
Beyond its beauty, the Spider housed technology focused on driving pleasure. The JTS direct-injection engine was a testament to the pursuit of efficiency and response. However, the true technological gem lies in its chassis, with a sophisticated suspension architecture that ensures exceptional dynamic behavior. The Selespeed transmission, although with a particular feel, represented a bridge between the convenience of an automatic and the involvement of a manual. Elements like the VDC stability control watched over safety without being intrusive, allowing you to enjoy its dynamic prowess.
Competition
In its time, the Alfa Romeo Spider faced high-caliber rivals like the Audi TT Roadster, the BMW Z4, or the Mercedes-Benz SLK. While the Germans offered flawless execution, greater comfort technology, and bomb-proof reliability, the Spider played in a different league: that of emotion. Its selling point wasn't the numbers, but the soul, a breathtaking design, and a driving experience with a unique flavor that its more pragmatic competitors could not replicate.
Conclusion
The Alfa Romeo Spider 2.2 JTS is a car to be bought with the heart. It is a passionate choice, an indulgence for those who value beauty over practicality and emotion over efficiency. It is not the fastest nor the most reliable, but it offers something few can: the ability to turn every journey into a special occasion. It is a modern classic, a jewel of Italian design that will continue to turn heads and bring smiles for decades to come.