2.9 V6 Biturbo vs 1.9 JTDm

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
2.9 V6 Biturbo ACCEPTABLE 68/100
+2 points over 1.9 JTDm
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE 2.9 V6 Biturbo Alfa Romeo
0 / 100
CAUTION 1.9 JTDm Alfa Romeo

Specifications

2.9 V6 Biturbo
1.9 JTDm
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Alfa Romeo
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
CAUTION
Reliability
68
66
Years
2016--2023
2003--2011
Displacement
2891 cc
1910 cc
Layout
V6
I4
Type
Petrol Turbo
Diesel
Power
510 hp
120--170 hp
Known Issues
0
2
Total Risk Cost
€0--€0
€800--€2,000

Character

2.9 V6 Biturbo

"Quadrifoglio engine. Ferrari-derived. Incredible but expensive maintenance. Not for neglect."

1.9 JTDm

"GT/159/Brera. Fiat 1.9 JTD based. DMF failure common. EGR fouling. Swirl flap issues on intake manifold. Turbo actuator. Alfa tax on parts. Fun to drive, expensive to keep."

Issues Comparison

2.9 V6 Biturbo 0

No documented issues.

1.9 JTDm 2

▲ HIGH
Dual-mass flywheel failure €600--€1,400 60,000 km--120,000 km
● MODERATE
EGR + swirl flap clogging €200--€600 60,000 km--120,000 km

Models

2.9 V6 Biturbo 7

Stelvio 949 2017--present Giulia 952 2016--present Giulia 952 2017--present Stelvio 949 2017--present Giulia 952 2016--present Giulia 952 2016--present Stelvio 949 2018--present

1.9 JTDm 0

No models listed.

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