2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia

Pure Italian style, truly stunning

The Giulia is arguably the best-looking car in its segment, featuring a sleek, flowing profile that has aged remarkably well. Its design is a masterclass in subtlety and aggression, instantly recognizable by the iconic Scudetto grille and long hood. The Adaptive Full LED Matrix-style headlights give the front end a modern, high-tech signature. The build quality feels solid, with precise panel gaps. Color options are vibrant and include the famous ‘Rosso Alfa’ red and metallic blues. Customization options include various wheel designs and optional carbon fiber accents, which further enhance sporty appeal.

Driver-focused, but some plastics

The interior features a small, thick-rimmed steering wheel and aluminum paddle shifters that feel fantastic. The front seats are comfortable, supportive, and highly adjustable. Material quality is a mix: high-quality leather and soft-touch surfaces where you touch most, but some lower plastics and switchgear feel less premium. Cabin space is generous in the front but cramped for adult rear passengers. The infotainment controller is intuitively placed in the center console, making it easy to use while driving, upholding the driver-first philosophy.

Good crash results, solid ADAS

The 2025 Giulia is well-equipped with standard safety technology and benefits from solid crash test results applied from earlier models on the same platform. Key features include standard Automated Emergency Braking (AEB) with forward collision warning, Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and Lane Departure Warning. Adaptive Cruise Control is also standard across the lineup, providing near-full Level 2 semi-autonomous driving capabilities. While it has not yet received new ratings from NHTSA or IIHS, the underlying structure and ADAS suite are modern and robust.

Standard coverage, free first service

Alfa Romeo provides a competitive warranty package that is in line with most of its luxury European competitors, though it falls short of the longer bumper-to-bumper and powertrain coverage offered by some Asian luxury brands. It has a 4 years / 50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper warranty and a similar powertrain warranty. One benefit is that Alfa Romeo offers 4 years of roadside assistance and 1 year of complimentary scheduled maintenance

Average for a luxury sport

The Giulia's fuel economy is respectable but not class-leading, earning 24 MPG city and 33 MPG highway for RWD models and slightly less for AWD. This is acceptable performance for a high-output, 280-hp gasoline engine. Real-world efficiency often dips closer to the combined 27 MPG average, especially when taking advantage of the car’s performance. While not a fuel sipper, its performance justifies the average fuel consumption, though keep in mind it requires premium gasoline.

Functional but not class-leading

The Giulia uses an 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system that is functional and relatively quick. The screen's graphics and resolution are not as sharp as the massive displays found in some German rivals, but it benefits from excellent physical controls and a redundant rotary controller, which enhances ease of use while driving. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard and accessible via USB. The biggest highlight is the 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, which is fully customizable, sharp, and modern. Standard sound systems are acceptable, but audiophiles should opt for the available premium Harman Kardon system.

World-class steering and dynamics

This is where the Giulia truly shines. The 280-hp turbocharged engine is potent, propelling the car from 0-60 mph in a scant 5.1 seconds (AWD). The handling and steering are world-class, offering instant response, surgical precision, and a level of communication that makes every drive engaging. The suspension is firm but remains comfortable on most road surfaces. The optional performance suspension on higher trims tightens this up further. This car is built on a performance-focused platform that offers a perfect 50/50 weight distribution, delivering pure, unadulterated driving joy.