There's a lot of anticipation surrounding the new Alfa Romeo Milano . It's not only the Italian firm's first all-electric model, but also the first of its new era under Stellantis's ownership. Meanwhile, over the past few months, there have been many rumors, including about its name. The gossip has been plentiful and varied, but until a few days ago, its name remained a mystery.
Whatever the case, Alfa Romeo is generating a lot of hype with its first-ever B-SUV . As you read, there are many reasons why this model is special. Even though its technology won't be entirely Alfa-designed, its engineers are working to make it feel like one. Well, although we already know many of its secrets, we now find that there is additional information . And if it's true and comes to fruition, it would mark a turning point.
As we already know, the new Alfa Romeo Milano is based on the Stellantis e-CMP platform…
It's no secret that Alfa Romeo's first B-SUV will be based on Stellantis' e-CMP platform . This is the same platform used by its cousins ​​from Fiat, Jeep, Opel, and Peugeot. In all of these models, the technology is simple yet reliable and effective. Thus, virtually all of them are powered by an electric drivetrain that delivers 115 kW (156 hp) and is powered by a 54 kWh lithium-ion battery.
Well, the 600, Avenger, Mokka, and 2008 share a common technical element: they are all front-wheel drive, with no option for all-wheel drive . So far, Stellantis has declined to launch all-wheel-drive versions. However, Jeep has indicated that an all-wheel-drive version of the Avenger is coming very soon to offer greater off-road capability.
Well, it seems the new Alfa Romeo Milano will stand out with more advanced technology . These days, the brand's management has been very active, and several media outlets have taken advantage of the situation to ask Jean-Philippe Imparato, CEO of Alfa Romeo, about certain details of this model and others from the brand. And as he has stated, it seems the new Milano will have an extra dose of "spice" to prove it's a true Alfa Romeo…
But unlike its Avenger and 600 brothers, it will be all-wheel drive and will have more reactive and sporty dynamics...
Jean-Philippe Imparato recently told Auto Express that…
" You'll see it will be an Alfa Romeo . We're dedicating time to designing that car with the same spirit. And the car's handling, its performance, will depend on the fine-tuning we do with the Tonale . We can achieve Alfa Romeo-like handling with this type of product. I have no doubt about that."
When asked about the launch version, Imparato indicated that it will be all-wheel drive . This sets it apart from its siblings, as none of them have had this configuration until now. But there's more: when asked about its driving dynamics, he said that…
" The answer will come on the Balocco test track . This car, of course, follows the Stellantis group's platform strategy. I'm happy about that, because it's profitable for me. But always with an Alfa Romeo touch . When Carlos Tavares asks me what I want Alfa to be champion at, I always answer: 'Handling.'"
Furthermore , regarding the initial all-wheel drive version, he indicated that…
"We have a launch version of the Milano, and then, based on customer feedback and what they're willing to pay, we'll take the next step in making the car compatible with the Quadrifoglio. First, we want to test the market acceptance and the level of the target price and monthly payments."
Therefore, we should expect this new Milano to arrive on the market with more power than the current 156 hp of the versions we already know. This figure could be around 200 hp , but what will happen to the range? If the same 54 kWh battery is retained, it should be worse, so will a new one also be available? We'll have to wait and see.
Source – Auto Express
