1.9 JTDm vs 2.9 V6 Biturbo

Side-by-side reliability comparison

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

Specifications

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

Character

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."

2.9 V6 Biturbo

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

Issues Comparison

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

2.9 V6 Biturbo 0

No documented issues.

Models

1.9 JTDm 0

No models listed.

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
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