The Alfa Romeo Giulia stands as a true icon in the automotive world, blending timeless Italian craftsmanship with cutting-edge performance and technology. Since its debut in the 1960s, the Giulia has embodied a passion for driving, combining elegant design with spirited powertrains that thrill enthusiasts and daily drivers alike.
Today’s Giulia carries forward this legacy with modern innovations, refined styling, and dynamic capabilities that place it firmly among the top luxury sports sedans. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore everything about the Alfa Romeo Giulia—from its storied past and design philosophy to its latest features and performance specs.
The Origins of the Giulia: Type 105 (1962-1978)
In 1962, Alfa Romeo introduced a compact four-door sports sedan that quickly became a hallmark of spirited Italian motoring. The original Giulia stood out with its lightweight chassis, aerodynamic bodywork, disc brakes, lively twin-cam engines ranging from 1.3 to 1.6 L, and a five-speed manual transmission. Racing models like the Sprint GT and Giulia TZ, the latter with its iconic “coda tronca” tail, underscored the model’s motorsport pedigree. Backed by Autodelta, the Giulia TZ achieved race success at events like Monza and Mille Miglia, reinforcing the Giulia’s racing DNA.
Dormant Years (Post-1978)
Production of the original Alfa Romeo Giulia ceased in 1978, leaving a performance-shaped void. Subsequent Alfa models like the 75 and 155 maintained some sporting traits, but none captured the essence of the Giulia. By the 2000s, Alfa Romeo had lost global momentum, necessitating a strategic rebirth. With the formation of Stellantis and design-led leadership, the Giulia name came back in 2015, marking a strategic return to the rear-wheel-drive, performance-focused ethos that defined the brand’s iconography.
Modern Giulia Revival: Type 952 (2015-2025)
Unveiled in 2015, the new Alfa Romeo Giulia leveraged the Giorgia platform—a rear-wheel-drive chassis shared with the Stelvio and Maserati Grecale. The reborn Giulia boasted Italian flair with its signature “Trilobo” front grille, sculpted fenders, athletic proportions, and balanced stance.
The engine lineup was topped by the 2.9L twin-turbo V6 Quadrifoglio, developed with Ferrari and producing over 500 horsepower—propelling it from 0 to 60 mph in under 3.9 seconds. Lower trims were equipped with a turbocharged 2.0L straight-four delivering up to 280 horsepower. Transfers were managed through an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission, with RWD and AWD drivetrains available.
Alfa Romeo Giulia 2019 Enhancements
In 2019, Alfa Romeo updated the Giulia to meet Euro 6d emissions standards, introduced AdBlue for diesel engines, and added Apple CarPlay/Android Auto touchscreen systems. The Veloce Ti trim was added in select regions.
Alfa Romeo Giulia 2020 Refresh
Later in 2019, for the 2020 model year, Alfa released a facelift in Los Angeles featuring interior redesigns, a new steering wheel, an 8.8-inch touchscreen, and Level-2 driver assistance systems, complemented by suspension tweaking and improved materials.
Alfa Romeo Giulia 2022-2024 Facelifts
In late 2022, the Alfa Romeo Giulia underwent a significant facelift, released for the 2023 model year, adding adaptive 3+3 LED matrix headlights inspired by the SZ Zagato, a revised Trilobo grille, smoked rear lights, OTA software updates, digital service logs via NFT, and a new 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with Evolved/Relax/Heritage modes. Quadrifoglio hardware included a mechanical limited-slip differential, active suspension, and 520 PS output. The new Competizione trim added active suspension, Harman Kardon audio, and luxury-appointed interiors. For 2024, the Giulia Lusso and Estrema trims were discontinued, and Quadrifoglio’s 100th anniversary edition was released: 100 units with distinctive gold accents.
Alfa Romeo Giulia 2025 Transition and Simplification
Alfa Romeo simplifies the 2025 Giulia lineup, discontinuing the Sprint, Ti, Veloce, and Quadrifoglio trims in favor of a single, well-equipped core model. This core model can be customized through three main packages: the Veloce Package, the Tributo Italiano Edition, and the Driving Assist Package, along with the choice of a striking Verde Fangio Metallic paint. Production of the internal-combustion Giulia Quadrifoglio ended in March 2025, concluding an era of high-performance gasoline power for this model. Now, let’s look closer at the 2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia specs:
2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia Powertrain and Performance
Every 2025 Giulia is equipped with a 2.0L turbocharged inline-four engine delivering 280 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 306 lb-ft of torque from 2,000 to 4,800 rpm. Power is managed through a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission, which drives either the rear wheels or all four. Rear-wheel-drive models complete the 0-60 mph sprint in approximately 5.1 seconds and have a top speed of 149 mph.
2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia Fuel Efficiency
The rear-wheel drive version's EPA fuel economy figures are 24 mpg city, 33 mpg highway, and 27 mpg combined. The all-wheel drive version trades a mile per gallon for a rating of 23 city, 31 highway, and 26 combined.
2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia Interior
Every Giulia includes a configurable 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and an 8.8-inch infotainment touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, HD radio, SiriusXM navigation, four USB ports, and a wireless charging pad. Comfort features include leather seats (heated front and rear), a heated steering wheel, keyless entry, remote start, ambient lighting, and a universal garage-door opener.
2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia Exterior
The standard model has 18-inch dark turbine wheels, adaptive LED headlights, smoked taillights, and power-folding mirrors. Optional upgrades include 19-inch wheels and gloss-black trim. The new Verde Fangio Metallic paint option adds an eye-catching green finish.
2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia Trim Levels and Pricing
The 2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia is available in four trims, each designed for a unique driving experience:
- Giulia: Starting at $43,995
- Giulia Tributo Italiano (Limited Edition): Starting at $49,690
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Giulia Intensa: Starting at $50,690
The Electric Horizon for Alfa Romeo Giulia (2026 and Beyond)
Alfa Romeo is set to unveil the next-generation Giulia in 2026, marking a significant departure from its traditional design and powertrain offerings. The new Giulia will be built upon Stellantis' STLA Large platform, which supports both electric and hybrid powertrains. This platform enables the Giulia to offer a range of powertrains, including a hybrid gasoline version alongside the fully electric option.
In terms of design, the 2026 Giulia will adopt a fastback body style, moving away from the traditional sedan form. This change is in line with current market trends and is expected to enhance the vehicle's aerodynamic efficiency and overall appeal. The Giulia will also feature a slightly larger size compared to its predecessor, providing more interior space and comfort. This new Giulia is expected to be released by the end of 2026.
Ultimate Throttle Response Controller: Pedal Commander® for Alfa Romeo Giulia
Pedal Commander® is a transformative upgrade for Alfa Romeo Giulia (2016+ models) owners seeking to eliminate throttle lag and enhance driving dynamics. What sets this cutting-edge throttle controller apart is its fully customizable driving experience. With four dynamic modes, including Eco, City, Sport, and Sport+, Pedal Commander® comes with fine-tuned levels, so you can dial in the perfect performance for any road, any time. You can operate these settings with the Pedal Commander® app equipped with advanced Bluetooth connectivity.
Plus, Pedal Commander® goes beyond performance thanks to its Anti-Theft feature. When activated, this feature disables the vehicle’s gas pedal, preventing unauthorized use of your vehicle. Enjoy the Anti-Theft feature for the first 14 days FOR FREE, then easily subscribe through the Pedal Commander® mobile app and choose from two subscription plans: $0.99 per month or $9.99 per year—cheaper than a gas station snack!
