2018 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

Introduction

The 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is a compact hatchback that offers a sporty and stylish driving experience. It comes equipped with a 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 170 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed manual transmission. Other engine and transmission options include a 1.8-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 240 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 280 horsepower and 306 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.

Owners of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta have praised its sleek design, responsive handling, and engaging driving dynamics. However, some issues have been reported with the vehicle, which are detailed below.

Engine

• 1.4-liter Turbocharged Four-Cylinder
  • Engine Stalling
    • Description/Symptoms: The engine may stall intermittently or during deceleration.
    • Solution: Software update and/or replacement of the fuel injector harness.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 1.8-liter Turbocharged Four-Cylinder
  • Timing Belt Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The timing belt may fail prematurely, leading to catastrophic engine damage.
    • Solution: Replacement of the timing belt and associated components.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: N181706000 (2017-2018 Giulia and Giulietta)

Transmission

• Six-Speed Manual
  • Grinding Gears
    • Description/Symptoms: The transmission may grind gears when shifting.
    • Solution: Replacement of the shift linkage or synchronizers.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
• Eight-Speed Automatic
  • Transmission Slipping
    • Description/Symptoms: The transmission may slip or jerk when shifting.
    • Solution: Software update and/or replacement of the transmission control module.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500+
    • Recalls: N182159000 (2018 Giulia and Giulietta)

Suspension

• Front Suspension Squeaks
  • Description/Symptoms: Squeaking noises may be heard from the front suspension when driving over bumps.
  • Solution: Replacement of the front strut mounts.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Electrical Faults
  • Description/Symptoms: Intermittent electrical faults may occur, causing various components to malfunction.
  • Solution: Diagnosis and repair/replacement of faulty electrical components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Rear Bumper Trim Detachment
  • Description/Symptoms: The rear bumper trim may detach from the vehicle.
  • Solution: Reattachment or replacement of the bumper trim.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Roof Liner Sagging
  • Description/Symptoms: The headliner may sag or detach from the roof.
  • Solution: Replacement of the headliner.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Climate Control Malfunctions
  • Description/Symptoms: The climate control system may malfunction, causing it to not blow air or not adjust the temperature properly.
  • Solution: Diagnosis and repair/replacement of faulty components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is a stylish and fun-to-drive hatchback, but it has experienced some reliability issues. The most severe and expensive issue is the timing belt failure on the 1.8-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Other issues, such as engine stalling, grinding gears, and suspension squeaks, are less serious but can still be annoying and costly to fix.