1.75 TBi vs 1.3 JTDm

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
1.3 JTDm ACCEPTABLE 72/100
+7 points over 1.75 TBi
0 / 100
CAUTION 1.75 TBi Alfa Romeo
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE 1.3 JTDm Alfa Romeo

Specifications

1.75 TBi
1.3 JTDm
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Alfa Romeo
Verdict
CAUTION
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
65
72
Years
2010--2020
2008--2018
Displacement
1742 cc
1248 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Turbo
Diesel
Power
235--241 hp
85--95 hp
Known Issues
2
1
Total Risk Cost
€800--€2,200
€400--€800

Character

1.75 TBi

"Giulietta QV/Veloce. Alfa's own turbo petrol. Variable geometry turbo. Direct injection. Carbon buildup. Turbo VGT actuator failure. Oil consumption. Characterful but needs specialist care."

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."

Issues Comparison

1.75 TBi 2

▲ HIGH
VGT turbo actuator failure €500--€1,500 60,000 km--120,000 km
● MODERATE
Carbon buildup (DI) €300--€700 60,000 km--120,000 km

1.3 JTDm 1

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

Models

1.75 TBi 2

Giulietta 940 2014--2020 4C 960 2013--2020

1.3 JTDm 1

MiTo 955 2008--2018
Full 1.75 TBi Report Full 1.3 JTDm Report