1.3 JTDm vs 2.0 GME Turbo

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Reliability score
Tied 72/100
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE 1.3 JTDm Alfa Romeo
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE 2.0 GME Turbo Alfa Romeo

Specifications

1.3 JTDm
2.0 GME Turbo
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Alfa Romeo
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
72
72
Years
2008--2018
2016--present
Displacement
1248 cc
1995 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Diesel
Petrol Turbo
Power
85--95 hp
200--280 hp
Known Issues
1
3
Total Risk Cost
€400--€800
€950--€3,100

Character

1.3 JTDm

"MiTo. Same Fiat 1.3 MultiJet. Timing chain. Swirl flap at high mileage. Economical. Alfa badge adds minor parts premium. Reliable for a small diesel."

2.0 GME Turbo

"Giulia/Stelvio heart. FCA-developed, strong output. Oil consumption reports early on but improving with updates."

Issues Comparison

1.3 JTDm 1

● MODERATE
Timing chain stretch €400--€800 120,000 km--200,000 km

2.0 GME Turbo 3

▲ HIGH
Electrical/ECU system faults €500--€2,000 0 km--∞
● MODERATE
Battery drain / management issues €150--€500 0 km--80,000 km
● MODERATE
Turbo O-ring oil leak €300--€600 50,000 km--100,000 km

Models

1.3 JTDm 1

MiTo 955 2008--2018

2.0 GME Turbo 3

Cherokee 2.0T KL 2013--2022 SUV Giulia 2.0 GME T4 952 2016--2024 Sedan Stelvio 2.0 GME T4 949 2017--2024 SUV
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