Baby Italian supercar finally set for Aussie showroom arrival
The wait for
Alfa Romeo's 4C is almost over with the Italian brand confirming pricing and specifications ahead of its arrival in local showrooms next month.
The baby Italian supercar has been delayed for over 12 months due to its popularity in Europe - as well as spearheading the revival of the brand in North America - causing production constraints for right-hand drive variants at the Maserati factory where it is built.
Click for more photos Alfa Romeo 4C
But the lightweight carbon-fibre car is finally due to land here in
February with a starting price of $89,000 plus on-road costs.
Alfa's Australian arm has also managed to secure a limited batch of 75 'Launch Edition' models that bring a host of upgraded parts within its $109,000 (plus on-roads) asking price.
Among the modifications for the 'Launch Edition' is race-tuned suspension, matte black alloys, a sports exhaust, revised front bumper, Bi-LED headlights and numerous pieces of carbon fibre exterior and interior trim.
Both models are powered by a 1.75-litre turbo charged four cylinder that produces 177kW and 350Nm and drives the rear wheels through a six-speed dual-clutch transmission.
Alfa claims the 4C can sprint from 0-100km/h in 4.5 seconds.
On-sale: February 2015
Price: $89,000 (plus on-road costs), $109,000 (plus on-road costs) - Launch Edition
Engine: 1.75-litre four cylinder turbo petrol
Power: 177kW at 6000rpm
Torque: 350Nm at 2200-4250rpm
Transmission: Six-speed dual-clutch automatic
Weight: 1025kg
Performance: 4.5sec (0-100km/h)
Economy: 6.8L/100km