El Alfa Romeo Junior It is one of the great releases of the biscione signature in this year 2024. With it they fully enter the B-SUV segment, one of the most competitive since practically all brands have a model in it. Furthermore, it is the model that in one way or another takes over from the now forgotten MiTo since the Tonale has done the same in the C segment with the Giulietta. However, his approach has nothing to do with that of his direct predecessor...
As we have indicated, we are now looking at a B-SUV and the MiTo was a “usual” urban vehicle. Furthermore, its technique is common with other Stellantis models so it could be said that it is no longer a pure Alfa Romeo. However, it is a much more attractive and competitive car because although plays the distraction with its SUV-like style brings much more. For example in the mechanical range since it is the first model of the brand to equip a pure electric drivetrain.
Technical characteristics of the Alfa Romeo Junior
The Alfa Romeo Junior is the first model of the Italian house to use the e-CMP platform by Stellantis. This is the latest version of the EMP1 from the now defunct Groupe PSA that also gives life to its cousins Peugeot 2008 or the 208. Thanks to its multi-energy conception, it can equip different electrified powertrains as well as not. Furthermore, with respect to its group cousins, the firm's engineers have introduced changes to make it an Alfa.
Externally It measures 4,17 meters so it is located in the range below the Tonale 35 centimeters smaller in size. In terms of width and height, it measures 1,78 meters and 1,53 meters respectively with a wheelbase of 2,55 meters. Thanks to the use of this platform and the combination of different materials, it offers a weight that ranges between 1.380 kilos and 1.635 kilos. This last figure is for the electric one, being one of the lowest in the segment.
To offer sportier driving dynamics Alfa engineers have recalibrated the steering. The suspension setting also varies with a lower ground clearance in the 280 HP electric Veloce version or with the inclusion of a new Torsen limited slip differential. The stabilizer bars are sporty, as is the braking system with front discs measuring more than 380 mm with four-piston monobloc calipers.
Mechanical range and gearboxes of the Alfa Romeo Junior
The mechanical offer of the new Alfa Romeo Junior is made up of hybrid gasoline and pure electric versions. Open the range Junior Ibrida that comes to life thanks to a 1.2 hp 136-liter three-cylinder gasoline engine of power and another electric one of 29 HP. This engine is mated to a six-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. The high-voltage battery has 0,9 kWh of gross capacity with 0,43 kWh of net capacity.
Second is the Junior Elettrica that splits its power into two levels. The "access" version produces 156 HP and is powered by a 54 kWh gross battery (51 kWh net) for an approved range of 410 kilometers. The most powerful corresponds to Veloce finish providing 280 HP powered by the same battery. For charging, direct current at 100 kW can be used, which allows the charge to go from 10 to 80% in 30 minutes.
In a second commercial offensive, Alfa Romeo will expand the mechanical range of the Junior. It is a hybrid that will be called Q4 Ibrida with four-wheel drive thanks to the fact that it uses two electric motors. In addition, a new specific driving program called Q4 for driving in low grip conditions is added to its range of driving modes. This hybrid system will be shared with its cousin, the Jeep Avenger.
Alfa Romeo Junior equipment
The versions of the Junior, for now, are limited. There is a basic one, for both the hybrid and electric motors, which includes as standard, among others, LED headlights, active cruise control (ACC), traffic sign recognition, emergency braking in the city with pedestrian and bicycle detection or parking sensors. Climate control, digital cockpit and 10,25-inch touch screen with “Hey Alfa” assistant and ChatGPT are also standard.
About the basic version there is three packs: Tech, Premium and Sport. The Tech package includes adaptive LED headlights, lane departure warning with centering, semi-automatic parking system or hands-free entry and start. The Premium pack adds the Spiga atmosphere with mixed leather and synthetic leather upholstery or sports pedals. Lastly the sports package includes sports steering wheel, mixed leather and Alcantara upholstery or Sabelt sports seats.
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Alfa Romeo Junior rivals
Despite being a B-SUV, the Junior could compete with models from both this segment and the compact ones. However, the main rivals with which it can be associated are Lexus LBX, Listen Q2, Toyota yaris cross, DS 3 o jeep avenger. Another model with which it can be associated is the Mini Aceman which, in this case, is only for sale with an electric drivetrain although its commercial arrival is still some time away.
Highlight
- Differential image
- Execution quality
- Wide range of electrified versions
To improve
- Price
- Design that can polarize
- Central touch screen a little low
Alfa Romeo Junior prices
The commercial offer of the Alfa Romeo Junior is, since its debut, very broad. The Ibrida version 100 kW (136 HP) with eDCT dual-clutch automatic transmission starts at 28.147 euros. In the middle is the Junior Elettrica with 115 kW (156 hp) and a 54 kWh battery capacity for 37.362 euros. In last place is the Junior Elettrica 280 HP in Veloce finish with identical battery and a sale price of 47.500 euros. All this without offers or promotions.
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