ALFA ROMEO JUNIOR MAKES ITS OFFICIAL IRISH DEBUT ON VALENTINE’S DAY
ALFA ROMEO JUNIOR MAKES ITS OFFICIAL IRISH DEBUT ON VALENTINE’S DAY
Today, Alfa Romeo Ireland ignited passion among motoring enthusiasts with the official Irish launch of the all-new Alfa Romeo Junior. Hosted at Gowan Auto, the headquarters of Alfa Romeo Ireland, the event took place on Friday, 14th February, Valentine’s Day, perfectly aligning with the current advertising campaign tagline, “Learn to Love Again”.
The Alfa Romeo Junior was designed to inspire a new generation of drivers with its unmistakable Italian style, cutting-edge technology, and exhilarating performance. A true embodiment of Alfa Romeo’s racing heritage, the Junior offers a dynamic and sophisticated driving experience, reawakening the joy of the open road.
Unveiled to the Irish public at the Nevo EV show at the RDS in November, the Junior Elettrica is now available at Alfa Romeo Dealerships throughout Ireland from €34,995 (including SEAI Grant + VRT Relief).
The Junior is the first fully electric model from Alfa Romeo and will also be available as a hybrid. Ciaran Cusack, Communications and Brand Manager at Alfa Romeo Ireland, commented: “The Alfa Romeo Junior represents a bold new chapter for the brand, combining iconic Italian design with modern electrification. We are thrilled to introduce this model to the Irish market and believe it will capture the hearts of drivers who crave style, performance, and innovation.”
The full EV “ELETTRICA,” comes in two power variants with 156 hp and a range of up to 410 km WLTP, as well as the sportier 280-HP VELOCE, the epitome of Alfa Romeo's sporting DNA. The 54-kWh battery offers high energy density and a very good ratio of rated to usable energy. With its high power, torque, and specific calibration of the electric powertrain, the new compact sports car offers uncompromising driving pleasure with segment-leading dynamics. Charging the batteries from 10 to 80% takes less than 30 minutes when using a 100-kW DC fast charging station.
The Junior Veloce 280 HP boasts segment-leading agility and best-in-class road handling. This is made possible by two unique features of the Junior VELOCE: the new 280-HP/207-kW electric motor and the latest Torsen “D” mechanical limited-slip differential. The new car also adopts exclusive technical solutions, including the most direct steering in the segment of
14.6:1, specially calibrated to enhance its exceptional road-holding qualities. Additionally, the suspension has been lowered by 25 mm, and the extra sporty anti-roll bars ensure quick, precise cornering. The braking system includes 380-mm discs at the front with 4-piston monobloc calipers, while the 20” performance tyres are specific for high-performing electric vehicles.
A hybrid option “IBRIDA” will be available later this year, which comes in a 136-hp 48-V Hybrid VGT (Variable Geometry Turbo) and will be available in a front wheel drive and a Q4 all-wheel drive variant with automated rear-wheel drive axle management, a first in the segment. Junior IBRIDA offers a smooth driving experience in urban driving using electric mode more than 50% of the time, with electric driving also possible on out-of-town roads under certain conditions.
The new Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica is available now at your local Alfa Romeo Dealer. Pricing for the Junior Ibrida is due in April. For more information see www.alfaromeo.ie.