Alfa Romeo Junior (2024)

Alfa Romeo Junior
Overview
ManufacturerAlfa Romeo
Also calledAlfa Romeo Milano (pre-production)
Production2024–present
AssemblyPoland: Tychy (FCA Poland)[1]
DesignerCentro Stile Alfa Romeo under Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV (B)
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformCommon Modular Platform
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor
  • 28 PS (21 kW) 48 volt Motor in Transmission
  • Permanent magnet syncronus motor (Junior Elettrica, Speciale & Veloce)
Power output
  • Petrol:
  • 136 PS (100 kW)
  • EV:
  • 156–282 PS (115–207 kW)
Transmission6-speed e-DCT
Hybrid drivetrain48 volt MHEV (1.2)
Battery54 kWh lithium-ion battery
Electric range347–410 km (216–255 mi)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,550 mm (100.4 in)
Length4,170 mm (164.2 in)
Width1,780 mm (70.1 in)
Height1,500 mm (59.1 in)

The Alfa Romeo Junior (Type 966) is a subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment) produced by the Italian company Alfa Romeo since 2024. At its introduction, it is the smallest Alfa Romeo currently on sale.

During its introduction, the Junior was launched as the Alfa Romeo Milano. Following a complaint from the Italian government that claimed it is illegal to sell "Italian-sounding" products that were not produced in Italy, Alfa Romeo renamed the vehicle to Junior. The nameplate was previously used by the brand for an entry models of the 105- and 115-series Giulia coupes as well as Zagato-bodied Giulias in the 1960s and '70s.[2] The previous name, Milano was the US-market name for the Alfa Romeo 75 saloon, and a reference to Alfa Romeo's hometown, Milan.[3]

  1. ^ Struk, Maciej (9 December 2023). "Oto nowa Alfa Romeo z tyskiej fabryki. Wyciekły pierwsze zdjęcia". magazynauto.pl (in Polish). Retrieved 14 December 2023.
  2. ^ Silvestro, Brian (15 April 2024). "Italian Government Forces Alfa Romeo to Change Name of Milano SUV to 'Junior'". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2024-04-15.
  3. ^ "Baby Alfa Romeo SUV Gets Name Familiar To American Fans". carbuzz.com. 14 December 2023. Retrieved 14 December 2023.