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Alfa Romeo 159

Giugiaro lines meet a 256 hp 3.2 V6 in the Q4 Sportwagon.12

Researched October 25, 2026 from 23 sources

At a glance

0150300
118–256 hpPower
07.515
7–11 s0–100 km/h
0125250
191–250 km/hTop speed
0200400
175–400 N·mTorque
01,0002,000
1,385–1,740 kgWeight

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.111

Engine
Petrol: 1.75–2.2 L I4, 3.2 L V6; diesel: 1.9–2.0 L I4, 2.4 L I51
Layout
Front engine; FWD or Torsen Q4 AWD (3.2 petrol/2.4 diesel)1
Gearbox
5/6-speed manual; 6-speed Selespeed automated manual or Q-Tronic automatic1
Built at
Pomigliano d'Arco plant, Italy1
Units built
247,661 total; production ended November 20111

The story

Built to replace the 156 and challenge BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi, the Type 939 combined Giorgetto Giugiaro/Centro Stile styling with the GM/Fiat Premium platform shared with Brera and Spider.1

2001: Stola takes on Tipo 939 engineering20012005: March 2: the 159 debuts at Geneva20052006: Sportwagon and five-star safety20062007: Ti lowers the stance by 20 mm20072008: 45 kg shed; electronic Q2 arrives · 250 UK Bond Limited Editions20082009: 1750 TBi sedan: 197 hp, 7.7 seconds20092011: Super adds navigation in Italy · November production finish: 247,6612011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (116): 1977–1985116Alfa Romeo 75 (Milano) (161 / 162B): 1985–1992161 / 162BAlfa Romeo 155 (167): 1992–1998167Alfa Romeo 156 (932): 1996–2007932Alfa Romeo 159 (939): 2004–2011939 19801990200020102020
GenerationsBefore and afterMilestones116171819
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YearWhat happened
1977–1985Alfa Romeo Giulietta (116)
1985–1992Alfa Romeo 75 (Milano) (161 / 162B)
1992–1998Alfa Romeo 155 (167)
1996–2007Alfa Romeo 156 (932)
2004–2011Alfa Romeo 159 (939)
2001Stola takes on Tipo 939 engineering
2005March 2: the 159 debuts at Geneva
2006Sportwagon and five-star safety
2007Ti lowers the stance by 20 mm
200845 kg shed; electronic Q2 arrives
2008250 UK Bond Limited Editions
20091750 TBi sedan: 197 hp, 7.7 seconds
2011Super adds navigation in Italy
2011November production finish: 247,661
  1. 2001

    Stola takes on Tipo 939 engineering

    With Wolfgang Egger leading Alfa's styling team, Stola took on the Tipo 939's exterior and interior engineering.3

  2. 2005

    March 2: the 159 debuts at Geneva

    The 156 replacement debuted on the GM/Fiat Premium platform, shared with Brera and Spider.13

  3. 2006

    Sportwagon and five-star safety

    The estate debuted at Geneva on March 6; the 159 earned five Euro NCAP stars with seven airbags, though pedestrian protection was rated Poor.1345

  4. 2007

    Ti lowers the stance by 20 mm

    Australia's Ti combined 19-inch wheels and red Brembo calipers with lower suspension; an uprated 2.4 JTDm diesel reached 207 hp.16

  5. 2008

    45 kg shed; electronic Q2 arrives

    The model-year update added electronic Q2 across the range and a front-wheel-drive 3.2 V6 capable of 250 km/h.1

  6. 2008

    250 UK Bond Limited Editions

    Quantum of Solace inspired a black 1.9 JtdM diesel edition with 19-inch wheels, red Brembo calipers and a lower stance.7

  7. 2009

    1750 TBi sedan: 197 hp, 7.7 seconds

    The new turbo four delivered 320 Nm, with a claimed 7.7 seconds to 100 km/h and 237 km/h top speed.18

  8. 2011

    Super adds navigation in Italy

    Italy's Super paired a 2.0 JTDm2 diesel with 17-inch wheels, navigation and Blue&Me; sedan prices started at €23,700, Sportwagon at €24,900.9

  9. 2011

    November production finish: 247,661

    The last 159s left production in November. The replacement had slipped from a planned 2012 launch to an expected 2014.110

Every generation

  • Alfa Romeo Giulia
    105
  • Alfa Romeo Alfetta
    Alfa Romeo Alfetta
  • Alfa Romeo Giulietta
    1161977–1985
  • Alfa Romeo 75 (Milano)
    161 / 162B1985–1992
  • Alfa Romeo 155
    1671992–1998
  • Alfa Romeo 156
    9321996–2007
  • Alfa Romeo 159
    9392004–2011
  • Alfa Romeo Giulia
    952

Power over the years

From 118 hp to 256 hp in 0 years.

0100200300 2004200620082010 hp 2005 · 118 hp · 1.9 JTDM 8V2005 · 148 hp · 1.9 JTDM 16V2005 · 158 hp · 1.9 JTS2005 · 182 hp · 2.2 JTS2005 · 197 hp · 2.4 JTDM2005 · 256 hp · 3.2 V6 JTS Q42007 · 138 hp · 1.8 MPI2007 · 207 hp · 2.4 JTDM power update2009 · 168 hp · 2.0 JTDM 16V2009 · 197 hp · 1750 TBi2010 · 134 hp · 2.0 JTDM 16V 256 hp 3.2 V6 JTS Q4 118 hp 1.9 JTDM 8V
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YearHorsepowerModel
20051181.9 JTDM 8V
20051481.9 JTDM 16V
20051581.9 JTS
20051822.2 JTS
20051972.4 JTDM
20052563.2 V6 JTS Q4
20071381.8 MPI
20072072.4 JTDM power update
20091682.0 JTDM 16V
20091971750 TBi
20101342.0 JTDM 16V

Versions

12 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • Turismo

    Standard

    Turismo

  • Standard

    Turismo Sport

  • Elegante

    Standard

    Elegante

  • Lusso

    Standard

    Lusso

  • Standard

    Sportwagon

    2006–2011

  • Ti / Turismo Internazionale

    Performance

    Ti / Turismo Internazionale

  • 1750 TBi

    Performance

    1750 TBi

    2009–2011

    197 hp

  • Performance

    Sportwagon 3.2 JTS V6 Q4

    256 hp

  • Special

    Super

    2011

    134 hp

  • Special

    Edizione Centenario

    2011

    118 hp

  • Limited

    Edizione Imola

    2011

  • Limited

    James Bond Limited Edition

    2008

    150 hp

How to spot one

Look for

  • A V-shaped grille pairs with a matching V-shaped hood.1
  • Hooded headlights contain cylindrical lamp clusters.115
  • The high waistline grows broader toward the rear roof pillar.1
  • The Sportwagon wraps its cargo area in curved rear bodywork.2

Year by year

  1. 2006

    The Sportwagon added a five-door estate body alongside the sedan.1

  2. 2007 (Australia)

    The local Ti launch added 19-inch wheels, red calipers and suspension lowered by 20 mm.6

  3. After 2010

    Ti sports seats switched from leather upholstery to a leather/Alcantara mix.12

  4. 2011

    The revised range received a darker cabin, including the headliner and side trim.14

Don’t confuse it with

  • Photo of a Alfa Romeo 159
    159
    Photo of a Alfa Romeo 156 (2003 facelift)
    Alfa Romeo 156 (2003 facelift)

    Alfa Romeo 156 (2003 facelift)

    Look for the 156's concealed rear door handles and prominent retro front handles.16

  • 159 Ti and James Bond Limited Edition

    Both wear 19-inch wheels and red calipers; the black Bond edition omits the Ti's side skirts and sports seats.712

Prices

Value today $1.2K–$11.4K22

Price when newAuction saleValue todayPrices on a log scale
$1K$10K$100K 20052010201520202025 Value today: $1,157–$11,408 2006 · $37,493 · Australia base, approx USD2006 · $56,243 · Australia range top, approx USD2006 · $51,980 · UK 3.2 V6 Q4 Lusso, approx USD2007 · $39,990 · UK 1.9 JTS Turismo, approx USD2007 · $46,192 · Australia 2.2 JTS Ti, approx USD2007 · $64,672 · Australia 3.2 V6 Ti, approx USD2008 · $37,000 · UK Bond Limited Edition, approx USD2011 · $32,943 · Italy Super sedan, approx USD2011 · $34,611 · Italy Super Sportwagon, approx USD 2006 · $49,990 · Australia base, 2006 MY; approx A$1 = US$0.75 2022 · $3,454 · 2008 Ti JTS; £2,808, approx USD, Anglia Car Auctions2022 · $6,888 · 2007 3.2 V6 Q4; £5,600, approx USD, Barons2024 · $4,465 · 2010 1750 TBi Ti; £3,488, approx USD, Hampson Auctions2024 · $11,232 · 2009 TBi; £8,775, approx USD, Classic Car Auctions2024 · $9,518 · 2007 3.2 V6 Q4; £7,436, approx USD, Historics2024 · $1,139 · 2008 Lusso; £890, approx USD, WB & Sons2026 · $4,550 · 2008 Ti V6; £3,500, approx USD, Mathewsons2026 · $3,900 · 2009 Ti JTDM; £3,000, approx USD, Mathewsons $11.2K Classic Car Auctions, 2024
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YearPriceAmountDetail
2006Launch price$37,493Australia base, 2006 MY; approx A$1 = US$0.75
2006Price when new$37,493Australia base, approx USD
2006Price when new$56,243Australia range top, approx USD
2006Price when new$51,980UK 3.2 V6 Q4 Lusso, approx USD
2007Price when new$39,990UK 1.9 JTS Turismo, approx USD
2007Price when new$46,192Australia 2.2 JTS Ti, approx USD
2007Price when new$64,672Australia 3.2 V6 Ti, approx USD
2008Price when new$37,000UK Bond Limited Edition, approx USD
2011Price when new$32,943Italy Super sedan, approx USD
2011Price when new$34,611Italy Super Sportwagon, approx USD
2022Auction sale$3,4542008 Ti JTS; £2,808, approx USD, Anglia Car Auctions
2022Auction sale$6,8882007 3.2 V6 Q4; £5,600, approx USD, Barons
2024Auction sale$4,4652010 1750 TBi Ti; £3,488, approx USD, Hampson Auctions
2024Auction sale$11,2322009 TBi; £8,775, approx USD, Classic Car Auctions
2024Auction sale$9,5182007 3.2 V6 Q4; £7,436, approx USD, Historics
2024Auction sale$1,1392008 Lusso; £890, approx USD, WB & Sons
2026Auction sale$4,5502008 Ti V6; £3,500, approx USD, Mathewsons
2026Auction sale$3,9002009 Ti JTDM; £3,000, approx USD, Mathewsons
2026Value today$1,157–$11,408

The rest of the story is in the app

The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.

  • Versions

    • Why each of the 12 versions matters

  • Legend

    • 13 stories from its legend
    • “Three diesel-class wins at Bathurst”
    • “Nine Alfas for Bond's opening chase”

  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 8 generations

  • Market

    • 5 things to check before buying one
    • Where prices are heading, and why
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Sources

Every fact on this page links to the source it rests on.

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  • en.wikipedia.org
  • evo.co.uk
  • studiotorino.com
  • carsales.com.au
  • ancap.com.au
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  • motortrend.com

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