Five years on the Giulia is still gorgeous.
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The compact luxury sport sedan segment has long been one of the most competitive in the industry, at least from the perspective of journalists and enthusiasts. While the BMW 3 Series was always the go-to, no-brainer choice, it got softer in the 2000s, allowing other models to claw their way to the top. Then, in 2015, the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio burst onto the scene and shook everything up, instantly becoming the coolest and best-driving sport sedan on sale.
Like
- Fantastic looks
- Class-leading driving dynamics
- More standard features
Don’t Like
- Tech isn’t up to par
- Annoying ergonomics
- Lacking some luxury options
The 505-horsepower Quadrifoglio isn’t the only Giulia you can buy, though. The base Giulia 2.0T uses a turbo-four engine that’s far removed from the Quadrifoglio’s Ferrari-derived V6. Does the low-end Giulia feel just as magical as the high-performance version? It does to an extent — but it’s mostly to the car’s detriment.
Over five years after its debut, the Giulia is still stunning. It’s easily one of the best looking sedans in its class even without the Quadrifoglio’s larger intakes and wider stance. I love the silver 19-inch wheels