You don't mess with near perfection, so the US-spec Alfa Romeo Giulia understandably carries over largely unchanged for 2023, even though overseas markets such as Europe and Australia will be getting facelifted Giulia models. The U.S. market isn't entirely left out, though, as two new trims will be arriving at our shores in 2023 as part of the Giulia lineup: Lusso and Estrema.
The 2023 Alfa Romeo Giulia Lusso is a midrange model that builds off the Ti trim with genuine leather upholstery and a 14-speaker Harman Kardon sound system. For its part, the 2023 Alfa Romeo Giulia Estrema improves on the Veloce model with advanced performance goodies such as an adaptive suspension and a limited-slip differential. Although given Alfa Romeo's reputation, any Giulia grade will be a good opportunity to enjoy an extraordinary performance. Here are 10 reasons why the 2023 Alfa Romeo Giulia is one of the coolest sports sedans available.
10 Ferrari-Sourced Twin-Turbo V6
While the standard 280-hp 2.0-liter turbo-four under the hood of base Giulia trims is no slouch, the Quadrifoglio grade achieves output more in line with a grand touring car designed for pleasurable longer journeys than a sedan with a focus on luxury and perfection. That's thanks to a robust 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 engine developed jointly with Ferrari.
The V6 develops a whopping 505 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. That also means the Quadrifoglio is outstandingly quick, with a top speed of 191 mph and a 0-60 mph time of just 3.8 seconds.
9 Spry Handling
Like its predecessors, the 2023 Giulia has been designed to be an incredibly balanced, well-handling luxury sedan with exceptional ability to put power to the ground.
Based on the Giorgio platform, which also underpins the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Maserati Grecale, the Giulia's small, lightweight print brings it into the realm of Bavaria's best where cornering is concerned.
8 Q4 All-Wheel Drive
For a sedan of Giulia's standing, keeping that fun-to-drive factor alive is crucial to the behind-the-wheel experience. Aware of this fact, Alfa Romeo offers the Giulia with an optional all-wheel drive system with Q4 technology that manages the sedan's grip in real-time. The system distributes power well, which, in turn, benefits handling.
That being said, only Giulia versions with the four-cylinder engine can be equipped with Alfa Romeo's AWD, as the Quadrifoglio is rear-wheel drive-only. All Giulia trims feature an eight-speed automatic transmission.
7 Broad Array of Models To Choose From
With the introduction of the Lusso and Estrema grades for the 2023 model year, the Alfa Romeo Giulia now comes in six trim levels, giving you plenty of choices when considering a luxury sedan.
The trims include the Sprint (starts at $43,950), Ti ($45,990), Lusso ($51,185), Veloce ($49,590), Estrema ($55,090), and Quadrifoglio ($79,430).
6 Contemporary Italian Styling
The Alfa Romeo Giulia has been a shining example of poise since it launched in 2015, and the 2023 model is no different. The latest model maintains the tradition of exotic Italian looks, thanks to its V Scudetto grille, a confident stance, and refined, aggressive lines.
Meanwhile, the carbon-fiber mirrors (Estrema grade) and brushed aluminum exterior trim (Lusso) add to the already striking appearance of this car. If you want to emphasize Giulia's athleticism, Alfa Romeo offers a sporty appearance package on the Quadrifoglio. It bundles a carbon-fiber spoiler, a rear diffuser, a unique carbon-fiber hood, a quad-tip exhaust, and special wheels.
5 Tastefully Designed Cabin
Giulia's captivating design cues continue into the interior, which is very carefully designed and tastefully decorated to evoke a modern sense of style.
That means you can expect to be surrounded by a plethora of nice textures and materials, ranging from soft-touch plastics to fine leather, as well as a choice of textured metallic or genuine wood trimmings that are inviting in taste.
4 Generously Supportive Front Seats
As in previous years, the new Giulia was built with comfort in mind and, thanks to the nicely-calibrated suspension, has been designed for those looking for a vehicle that feels safe and composed through corners.
Speaking of corners, the impressively comfortable front seats are heavily bolstered to help keep front occupants in place during maneuvers on twisty roads.
3 Dual-Pane Sunroof
The Alfa Romeo Giulia is available with a twin-panel sunroof that bathes the interior in lots of natural light and enhances the ability to stargaze at night.
Considering the Giulia's compact nature, this feature is handy, as it helps ensure a less enclosed feel by adding an open, airy ambiance to the cabin.
2 Respectable Amount of Driver Assistance Systems
As with many modern cars, the 2023 Giulia takes the safety of its passengers seriously. Hence, it comes with a reasonable amount of standard driver assistance systems to help protect occupants. These include forward collision warning, adaptive cruise control, forward automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, front and rear parking sensors, and a rearview camera.
Those wanting a comprehensive safety package can add available safety amenities like driver drowsiness monitoring, lane-keep assist, lane departure warning, traffic sign recognition, rear cross-traffic alert, and traffic jam assist.
1 Healthy List of Standard Tech
Of course, technology isn't exactly the biggest plus point for the Giulia, but there's enough equipment to keep you entertained and up-to-date. As standard, you get an 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and navigation.
Additional tech include a wireless smartphone charger, USB ports, Bluetooth, HD radio, satellite radio, and an eight-speaker audio system. A 14-speaker Harman Kardon sound system is available as an option.