Alfa Romeo MiTo
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The Alfa Romeo MiTo is a three door sporty supermini
officially introduced on June 19, 2008, at Castello Sforzesco
in Milan
, with an international introduction at the British Motor Show in 2008. The car was available in all Alfa's major markets in stages from July. The three-door hatchback
is front-wheel drive and will be sold to compete with the MINI
and the newer Audi A1
. Designed by Centro Stile Alfa Romeo, the design is believed to be inspired by the 8C Competizione
.
The MiTo is built on Fiat Small platform
used on Fiat Grande Punto
, also employed by the Opel/Vauxhall Corsa D
.
However, on March 14, 2008, Alfa Romeo announced officially that the name would instead be 'MiTo', an abbreviation of the cities Milano (Milan) and Torino (Turin), because it was designed in the former and was to be assembled in the latter; the name is also a play on the Italian word "mito," meaning "myth" or "legend."
The car has a new "Alfa DNA" system which allows the driver to choose between three different driving settings: Dynamic, Normal, and All-Weather. This system controls the behavior of the engine, brakes, steering, suspension and gearbox. The MiTo also features LED
tail lights and 250 litres (8.8 cu ft) of luggage space. The MiTo also features a Q2 electronic differential on the front wheels, which allows for faster and tighter cornering without loss of traction. The aggressiveness of the differential is linked to the DNA switch.
announced that an open-top MiTo Cabriolet would be added to the range in 2010.
article for the history of this emblem) version of Mito was presented in 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. The Quadrifoglio Verde (green four-leaf clover) has traditionally been the highest line of Alfa Romeo models. The QV version has the new 1.4 litre 170 PS Multiair
engine and newly engineered suspension, steering and new six-speed C635 gearbox developed by Fiat Powertrain Technologies
(FPT). The new multiair technology allows fuel consumption of 6 L/100 km in EU combined driving and CO2 emissions of 139 g/km.
in Verrone. Magneti Marelli delivers the control system which integrates BorgWarner's hydraulic actuation module into its own power and transmission control units. It can handle torque inputs of up to 350 newton metre
navigation to the Blue&Me
infotelematic system.
engines from September 2009. MultiAir engines will increase power (up to 10%) and torque (up to 15%), as well as a considerable reduction in consumption levels (up to 10%) and CO2
emissions (up to 10%), of particulates (up to 40%) and NOx
(up to 60%). This new engine is available with 105 PS ,135 PS and 170 PS power ratings. All multiair versions have start-stop system
as standard. In October 2009 was unveiled a dual fuel MiTo version, this version can run with LPG (Liquefied petroleum gas) or petrol, with this engine MiTo has range of 1200 kilometres (745.6 mi). The LPG version is made colloboration with Landi Renzo
. In Summer 2010 came available Dual Dry Clutch Transmission
called Alfa TCT. From model year 2011 the start-stop system
came as standard to all versions. In the Frankurt Motor Show 2011 was introduced two new engines for MiTo the 0.9 L TwinAir straight-2 and new low emission 85 PS version of 1.3 JTD diesel engine.
Source
The MiTo has seven airbags as standard, and received a ‘good’ or green result from the first ever Euro NCAP rear impact test (whiplash).
The MiTo received the following ratings:
source:
Supermini car
A supermini is a British term that describes automobiles larger than a city car but smaller than a small family car. This car class is also known as the B-segment across Europe, and as subcompact in North America....
officially introduced on June 19, 2008, at Castello Sforzesco
Castello Sforzesco
Castello Sforzesco is a castle in Milan, Italy, that used to be the seat and residence of the Duchy of Milan and one of the biggest citadels in Europe and now houses several of the city's museums and art collections.-History:...
in Milan
Milan
Milan is the second-largest city in Italy and the capital city of the region of Lombardy and of the province of Milan. The city proper has a population of about 1.3 million, while its urban area, roughly coinciding with its administrative province and the bordering Province of Monza and Brianza ,...
, with an international introduction at the British Motor Show in 2008. The car was available in all Alfa's major markets in stages from July. The three-door hatchback
Hatchback
A Hatchback is a car body style incorporating a shared passenger and cargo volume, with rearmost accessibility via a rear third or fifth door, typically a top-hinged liftgate—and features such as fold-down rear seats to enable flexibility within the shared passenger/cargo volume. As a two-box...
is front-wheel drive and will be sold to compete with the MINI
MINI (BMW)
Mini is a British automotive marque owned by BMW which specialises in small cars.Mini originated as a specific vehicle, a small car originally known as the Morris Mini-Minor and the Austin Seven, launched by the British Motor Corporation in 1959, and developed into a brand encompassing a range of...
and the newer Audi A1
Audi A1
The Audi A1 is a supermini-class car launched by Audi at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. Sales of the initial three door A1 model started in Germany in August 2010, with the United Kingdom following in November 2010...
. Designed by Centro Stile Alfa Romeo, the design is believed to be inspired by the 8C Competizione
Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
The Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is a sports car produced by Italian automaker Alfa Romeo. It was first presented as a concept car at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show and later released for sale for the 2007 model year...
.
The MiTo is built on Fiat Small platform
GM Gamma platform
Gamma is General Motors' and Fiat's global subcompact front-wheel drive automobile platform.-GM4300:The first version of the platform was issued in autumn 2000 with the introduction of Opel Corsa C and was a development of the earlier GM4200 platform used in previous Corsa models, developed by Opel...
used on Fiat Grande Punto
Fiat Grande Punto
The Fiat Grande Punto is a car manufactured by the Italian automaker Fiat. It was unveiled on May 5, 2005 and replaced by the Punto Evo in 2010. In September 2011 Fiat unveil the Punto model year 2012, the new version will replaced the Grande Punto and the Punto Evo...
, also employed by the Opel/Vauxhall Corsa D
Opel Corsa
The front-wheel drive Opel Corsa was first launched in September 1982 to replace the Opel Kadett C City, and to fill the gap vacated as the Kadett grew in size and price. Built in Zaragoza, Spain, the first Corsas were three-door hatchback and two-door saloon models, with four-door and five-door...
.
Naming
The new car was provisionally named the "Junior". In 2007, a European competition was launched in which the public had a chance to name the car. The winner from each country could win an Alfa Romeo Spider or an Alfa Romeo mountain bike. The winning name was "Furiosa", which scored well in Italy, France, UK and Germany but not in Spain.However, on March 14, 2008, Alfa Romeo announced officially that the name would instead be 'MiTo', an abbreviation of the cities Milano (Milan) and Torino (Turin), because it was designed in the former and was to be assembled in the latter; the name is also a play on the Italian word "mito," meaning "myth" or "legend."
Features
Light-emitting diode
A light-emitting diode is a semiconductor light source. LEDs are used as indicator lamps in many devices and are increasingly used for other lighting...
tail lights and 250 litres (8.8 cu ft) of luggage space. The MiTo also features a Q2 electronic differential on the front wheels, which allows for faster and tighter cornering without loss of traction. The aggressiveness of the differential is linked to the DNA switch.
MiTo GTA concept
The GTA (Gran Turismo Alleggerita), the sportiest version of the MiTo was unveiled in March 2009 Geneva Motor Show as a prototype. This version has 1.75 litre turbocharged engine with direct fuel injection and variable valve timing both inlet and exhaust. The choice of engine size is very significant - the 1750 DOHC inline 4 engine was the largest engine available in Alfa Romeos for many years, and therefore an association certain to be prized by Alfisti. Therefore, this particular displacement is certain to guarantee sales among enthusiasts. The maximum power is 240 PS. The MiTo GTA has top speed of 250 kilometre per hour and acceleration from zero to 100 kilometre per hour in 5 seconds. The weight of the GTA has been reduced by using carbon-fiber for the tailgate spoiler as well as roof and mirror fairings. Aluminium is also used to reduce the weight. The suspension is lowered by 20 millimetre (0.78740157480315 in) and the car has active rear suspension.MiTo Cabriolet
In June 2008 former Alfa Romeo CEO Luca de MeoLuca de Meo
Luca de Meo is an Italian business executive.He graduated in 1986 at the Liceo scientifico "G. Galilei" in Pescara, and now holds the post of Honorary President of the former students' Abruzzo Galilei "...
announced that an open-top MiTo Cabriolet would be added to the range in 2010.
MiTo Quadrifoglio Verde
The Quadrifoglio Verde (see Alfa Romeo in motorsportAlfa Romeo in motorsport
During its history, Alfa Romeo has competed successfully in many different categories of motorsport, including Grand Prix motor racing, Formula One, sportscar racing, touring car racing and rallies. They have competed both as a constructor and an engine supplier, via works entries and private...
article for the history of this emblem) version of Mito was presented in 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. The Quadrifoglio Verde (green four-leaf clover) has traditionally been the highest line of Alfa Romeo models. The QV version has the new 1.4 litre 170 PS Multiair
Multiair
Multiair is an electro-hydraulic variable valve actuation technology controlling air intake in petrol or diesel engines . It is compatible with both naturally aspirated and forced-induction engines....
engine and newly engineered suspension, steering and new six-speed C635 gearbox developed by Fiat Powertrain Technologies
Fiat Powertrain Technologies
The Fiat Powertrain Technologies is a part the Fiat Group, which includes all the activities related to powertrains and transmissions to Fiat Automobiles Iveco , Centro Ricerche Fiat and Elasis....
(FPT). The new multiair technology allows fuel consumption of 6 L/100 km in EU combined driving and CO2 emissions of 139 g/km.
Maserati Version (2010)
In 2010 Alfa Romeo announced it would produce a limited 100 car series of Mitos to be distributed to Maserati dealerships in Europe. Maserati version MiTos feature same 125 kW (170 PS) engine as the Quadrifoglio Verde, new special leather interior with badging called Pelle Grau and exclusive blue paint Blu Oceano. Aluminium kickplates of the car bear words "Alfa Romeo for Maserati". The cars are to be used as courtesy cars for Maserati service customers very much like Ferrari version of Fiat 500.TCT Dual Dry Clutch Transmission
A new transmission for the MiTo was unveiled at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, the six speed TCT is produced by Fiat Powertrain TechnologiesFiat Powertrain Technologies
The Fiat Powertrain Technologies is a part the Fiat Group, which includes all the activities related to powertrains and transmissions to Fiat Automobiles Iveco , Centro Ricerche Fiat and Elasis....
in Verrone. Magneti Marelli delivers the control system which integrates BorgWarner's hydraulic actuation module into its own power and transmission control units. It can handle torque inputs of up to 350 newton metre
Blue&Me–TomTom
In Geneva was also unveiled Blue&Me–TomTom, this new system integrates TomTomTomTom
TomTom NV is a Dutch manufacturer of automotive navigation systems, including both stand-alone units and software for personal digital assistants and mobile telephones. It is the leading manufacturer of navigation systems in Europe. TomTom's customer service is located in Amsterdam, Netherlands...
navigation to the Blue&Me
Blue&Me
Blue&Me is an infotainment system for Fiat Group cars based on Microsoft Auto and developed in a partnership between Magneti Marelli and Microsoft Corporation. The system is based on modular structure which allows installation and use of arbitrary services. The system offers Bluetooth and USB...
infotelematic system.
Engines
At launch the MiTo will feature low-displacement turbocharged petrol and diesel engines. Also, a power limited 79 PS naturally aspirated engine variant is produced to meet the new Italian legislation for young people. MiTo got new electro-hydraulic valve control system MultiairMultiair
Multiair is an electro-hydraulic variable valve actuation technology controlling air intake in petrol or diesel engines . It is compatible with both naturally aspirated and forced-induction engines....
engines from September 2009. MultiAir engines will increase power (up to 10%) and torque (up to 15%), as well as a considerable reduction in consumption levels (up to 10%) and CO2
Carbon dioxide
Carbon dioxide is a naturally occurring chemical compound composed of two oxygen atoms covalently bonded to a single carbon atom...
emissions (up to 10%), of particulates (up to 40%) and NOx
NOx
NOx is a generic term for the mono-nitrogen oxides NO and NO2 . They are produced from the reaction of nitrogen and oxygen gases in the air during combustion, especially at high temperatures...
(up to 60%). This new engine is available with 105 PS ,135 PS and 170 PS power ratings. All multiair versions have start-stop system
Start-stop system
In automobiles, a start-stop system or stop-start system automatically shuts down and restarts the internal combustion engine to reduce the amount of time the engine spends idling, thereby improving fuel economy and reducing emissions...
as standard. In October 2009 was unveiled a dual fuel MiTo version, this version can run with LPG (Liquefied petroleum gas) or petrol, with this engine MiTo has range of 1200 kilometres (745.6 mi). The LPG version is made colloboration with Landi Renzo
Landi Renzo
Landi Renzo S.p.A is a multinational company headquartered in Cavriago, Province of Reggio Emilia, Italy. Landi produce autogas and compressed natural gas kits for cars....
. In Summer 2010 came available Dual Dry Clutch Transmission
Dual clutch transmission
A dual clutch transmission, commonly abbreviated to DCT , is a differing type of semi-automatic or automated manual automotive transmission. It utilises two separate clutches for odd and even gear sets...
called Alfa TCT. From model year 2011 the start-stop system
Start-stop system
In automobiles, a start-stop system or stop-start system automatically shuts down and restarts the internal combustion engine to reduce the amount of time the engine spends idling, thereby improving fuel economy and reducing emissions...
came as standard to all versions. In the Frankurt Motor Show 2011 was introduced two new engines for MiTo the 0.9 L TwinAir straight-2 and new low emission 85 PS version of 1.3 JTD diesel engine.
Petrol
| Model | Engine | Displacement | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h, s (0-62 mph), s |
Top speed | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.9 TwinAir | I2 | 875 cc | 63 kW Watt The watt is a derived unit of power in the International System of Units , named after the Scottish engineer James Watt . The unit, defined as one joule per second, measures the rate of energy conversion.-Definition:... (85 PS) @5500 rpm |
145 N·m (107 ft·lbf) @2000 rpm | n/a | n/a | 2011- |
| 1.4 MPI Fully Integrated Robotised Engine The FIRE is a series of automobile engines from Fiat. It was designed by Italian design firm Rodolfo Bonetto . It is constructed by robot assembly plants to reduce costs.... |
I4 Straight-4 The inline-four engine or straight-four engine is an internal combustion engine with all four cylinders mounted in a straight line, or plane along the crankcase. The single bank of cylinders may be oriented in either a vertical or an inclined plane with all the pistons driving a common crankshaft.... |
1368 cc | 58 kW Watt The watt is a derived unit of power in the International System of Units , named after the Scottish engineer James Watt . The unit, defined as one joule per second, measures the rate of energy conversion.-Definition:... (78 PS) @6000 rpm |
120 N·m (89 ft·lbf) @4750 rpm | 12.3 | 165 kilometre per hour | 2008- |
| 1.4 MPI | I4 | 1368 cc | 70 kW (95 PS) @6000 rpm | 129 N·m (95 ft·lbf) @4750 rpm | 11.2 | 180 kilometre per hour | 2008- |
| 1.4 TB Fully Integrated Robotised Engine The FIRE is a series of automobile engines from Fiat. It was designed by Italian design firm Rodolfo Bonetto . It is constructed by robot assembly plants to reduce costs.... |
I4 | 1368 cc | 88 kW (120 PS) @5000 rpm | 206 N·m (152 ft·lbf) @1750 rpm | 8.8 | 195 kilometre per hour | 2008–2009 |
| 1.4 TB | I4 | 1368 cc | 114 kW (155 PS) @5500 rpm | 230 N·m (170 ft·lbf) @3000 rpm | 8.0 | 215 kilometre per hour | 2009- |
| 1.4 MPI (multiair Multiair Multiair is an electro-hydraulic variable valve actuation technology controlling air intake in petrol or diesel engines . It is compatible with both naturally aspirated and forced-induction engines.... ) |
I4 | 1368 cc | 77 kW (105 PS) @6500 rpm | 130 N·m (96 ft·lbf) @4000 rpm | 10.7 | 187 kilometre per hour | 2009- |
| 1.4 TB (multiair) | I4 | 1368 cc | 99 kW (135 PS) @5250 rpm | 206 N·m (152 ft·lbf) @1750 rpm | 8.4 | 207 kilometre per hour | 2009- |
| 1.4 TB (multiair) TCT | I4 | 1368 cc | 99 kW (135 PS) @5250 rpm | 230 N·m (170 ft·lbf) @1750 rpm | 8.2 | 207 kilometre per hour | 2010- |
| 1.4 TB (multiair) | I4 | 1368 cc | 125 kW (170 PS) @5500 rpm | 250 N·m (184 ft·lbf) @2500 rpm | 7.5 | 219 kilometre per hour | 2009- |
Diesel
| Model | Engine | Displacement | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h, s (0-62 mph), s |
Top speed | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3 JTD | I4 | 1248 cc | 66 kW (90 PS) @4000 rpm | 200 N·m (148 ft·lbf) @1750 rpm | 11.8 | 178 kilometre per hour | 2008–2009 |
| 1.3 JTD | I4 | 1248 cc | 70 kW (95 PS) @4000 rpm | 200 N·m (148 ft·lbf) @1500 rpm | 11.6 | 180 kilometre per hour | 2009- |
| 1.3 JTD | I4 | 1248 cc | 62 kW (85 bhp) @3500 rpm | 200 N·m (148 ft·lbf) @1500 rpm | 12.9 | 174 kilometre per hour | UK version |
| 1.3 JTD | I4 | 1248 cc | 62 kW (85 PS) @3500 rpm | 200 N·m (148 ft·lbf) @1500 rpm | n/a | n/a | 2011- |
| 1.6 JTD | I4 | 1598 cc | 88 kW (120 PS) @3750 rpm | 320 N·m (236 ft·lbf) @1750 rpm | 9.7 | 198 kilometre per hour | 2008- |
LPG
| Model | Engine | Displacement | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h, s (0-62 mph), s |
Top speed | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 Turbo GPL | I4 | 1248 cc | 88 kW (120 PS) @5000 rpm | 206 N·m (152 ft·lbf) @1750 rpm | 8.8 | 198 kilometre per hour | 2009- |
| 2008 |
Fuel consumption (EC 1999/100) and CO2 emissions
| Model | City l/100 km | Highway l/100 km | Combined l/100 km | CO2 Carbon dioxide Carbon dioxide is a naturally occurring chemical compound composed of two oxygen atoms covalently bonded to a single carbon atom... emission g/km |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.9 TwinAir (85 PS) | n/a | n/a | n/a | 98 |
| 1.4 MPI (78 PS) | 7.7 L/100 km | 4.8 L/100 km | 5.9 L/100 km | 138 |
| 1.4 MPI (78 PS) Start&Stop | 7.3 L/100 km | 4.6 L/100 km | 5.6 L/100 km | 130 |
| 1.4 MPI (95 PS) | 7.7 L/100 km | 4.8 L/100 km | 5.9 L/100 km | 138 |
| 1.4 TB (120 PS) | 8.1 L/100 km | 5 L/100 km | 6.1 L/100 km | 145 |
| 1.4 TB (155 PS) | 8.5 L/100 km | 5.3 L/100 km | 6.5 L/100 km | 153 |
| 1.4 MPI (105 PS) | 7.6 L/100 km | 4.8 L/100 km | 5.8 L/100 km | 136 |
| 1.4 TB (135 PS) | 7.4 L/100 km | 4.5 L/100 km | 5.6 L/100 km | 129 |
| 1.4 TB TCT (135 PS) | 7.1 L/100 km | 4.5 L/100 km | 5.5 L/100 km | 126 |
| 1.4 TB (170 PS) | 8.1 L/100 km | 4.8 L/100 km | 6 L/100 km | 139 |
| 1.3 JTD (90 PS) | 6 L/100 km | 3.6 L/100 km | 4.5 L/100 km | 119 |
| 1.3 JTD (95 PS) | 5.5 L/100 km | 3.6 L/100 km | 4.3 L/100 km | 112 |
| 1.3 JTD (95 PS) Start&Stop | 5.5 L/100 km | 3.6 L/100 km | 4.3 L/100 km | 104 |
| 1.3 JTD (85 bhp) Start&Stop | 4.6 L/100 km | 3 L/100 km | 3.6 L/100 km | 95 |
| 1.3 JTD (85 PS) Start&Stop | n/a | 2.9 L/100 km | 3.5 L/100 km | 90 |
| 1.6 JTD | 5.9 L/100 km | 4.1 L/100 km | 4.8 L/100 km | 126 |
| 1.6 JTD Start&Stop | 5.9 L/100 km | 4.1 L/100 km | 4.8 L/100 km | 114 |
| 1.4 Turbo GPL | 10.6 L/100 km | 6.6 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 131 (petrol mode) |
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Safety
The MiTo received the following ratings:
2010
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2009
- "Auto Europa 2009" - UIGA (Union of Italian Motoring Journalists)
- "Best cars 2009" - Portugal Motopress Magazine - Utilitarian category - (February ‘09)
- "Best car 2009" - Slovenia - Avto Magazin - Small cars category - (February ‘09)
2008
- "New car of the year" - Readers of Quattroroute
- "My favorite cars" - Readers of Quattroroute - Small cars category
- "Most beautiful car of 2008" - Republica.it
- "Auto lider 2008" - Poland - Survey of automotive press (February ‘09)
- "Top cars of 2008" - Poland - "Motor" and "Auto Moto" (February ‘09)
- "Most beautiful car of 2008" - Poland - "Motor" e "Auto Moto" (February ‘09)
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