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Always regarded as a masterpiece of design and desirability, the Alfa 147 is renowned for its distinctiveness and verve. It enhances everyday driving satisfaction to the point where an ordinary trip becomes an experience packed with emotion. Contemporary Italian design both inside and out contains unique details such as the striking headlight clusters which accentuate the prominent shield with its five metal bars topped by the famous Alfa Romeo badge. With a range of powerful diesel and petrol engines, impeccable roadholding and the latest in technology, safety and comfort, the Alfa 147 is a true luxury hatchback. Available with either three or five doors, the Alfa 147 exudes the pride, the passion and sheer exuberance of Italian design that is uniquely ‘Alfa Romeo’.

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ALFA ROMEO 147 reviews by year of make: 2002 2004 2007 2008
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Joe, Scotland

Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 TS Lusso 3 dr 2002

I was some what sceptical about buying this nearly 4 years ago due to Alfa’s reputation, but can honestly say that this has been probably the most reliable and best looking and handling car I’ve owned, after Fords, VWs, Renault. The car, even now at 7 years old is still unrivalled for styling on anything you’ll see day to day on the road. Quality of build and interior is excellent and is very comfortable and great to drive. Space is a bit tight in the back and the boot is pretty small, but this car’s not about practicality. Only downsides are the higher than average cost of servicing and parts, but then that’s what has probably meant that I’ve had no problems; only other issues are sometimes stiff gearchange but this can be cheaply rectified every couple of years (gate gets gunged up). Overall a great fun car that is well styled and put together and will make you smile on the open (twisty) road.

Submitted: 05/12/2009 23:02:59 | ID: 4021

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Neil Griffiths, Surrey

Alfa Romeo 147 Q2 Sport 2007

This is by far the best looking hatch on the market, really love the alloy’s on the Q2 & the sliver wing mirrors. The 16v JTD engine nice and punchy, MPG pretty good, the diff really digs in on the corners. The rides a bit too crashy at speed & it’s developed a nasty squeak which I can’t locate. I would buy a Alfa again although depreciation is a killer on new Alfa’s. I would probably buy second- hand next time.

Submitted: 26/08/2009 08:39:52 | ID: 3479

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Paul, London

Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 TS Lusso. 2002

Great handling and ride, only let down is expensive servicing and aftersales...But had no major problem from new...I would consider buying another Alfa but I just hope they improve the aftersales.

Submitted: 06/07/2009 10:22:24 | ID: 3192

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Kevin, Surrey

Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDm Lusso 2007

Love mine too - inside and out. Yes the Sat Nav is out of date but it does a reasonable job. My car was imported and came with the wrong steering wheel and, since being sorted by the importer, the car has developed a few squeaks - a pain for a car less than a year old but hopefully I can get it sorted. But that’s my only gripe. Yes, the paintwork was damaged on delivery, so was an alloy and I had an oil leak but it’s all been sorted and it never seemed like a problem really because we all wanted to sort it out. My girls hated the idea of me buying but, the day it arrived, there view totally changed and has remained so. I suppose that’s it really; it’s great to drive, really comfortable, mid 40s mpg, good looking inside & out so it’s little foibles are forgiven (I had a Peugeot before that I nearly returned it was so poor so I do know bad when I see it). I’d buy another tomorrow.

Submitted: 06/08/2008 09:17:59 | ID: 1750

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Paul, Somerset

Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 2004

Brilliant little car - good fun to drive and looks good. Service can be expensive, but don’t let that detract from the fun.

Submitted: 30/06/2008 09:03:36 | ID: 1610

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Jim, Lanarkshire

Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 TS Lusso 2002

The 147 is a very enjoyable car and at six years old still providing very reliable motoring. I have had all sorts of cars including three Audis, a Saab, two VWs and a Jaguar (it was rubbish) and the Alfa is as relaible as all of them and much better fun to drive. Other than service costs, the only repair has been the back bushes - replace them with the polyurithane variants and they will last for a long time and give better handling. The ride & handling are far better than others in the class I have driven and the engine is wonderfull when wound past 5000RPM. This car really puts a smile on your face and has style in spades. If you are thinking about another bland badge from Bavaria, treat yourself to a car with real pedigree you never know, you might enjoy driving again.

Submitted: 25/06/2008 15:57:52 | ID: 1599

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AN Other, England

Alfa Romeo 147 147 Lusso 2002

Looks good but: Service very expensive. Last service > £1200 for a 6 year old low mileage (42000) car. Unreliable. Several ’collapses’ labeled ’engine control centre failure’. Very expensive to fix. Piston fracture requires new engine at cost of >£3000. At 6 years? Never an Alfa again.

Submitted: 14/05/2008 09:05:55 | ID: 1455

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Ian Knight, Kent

Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDm Turismo 2008

There is no doubt that this is a great looking car but it is badly let down by the poor suspension and handling. The engine is pretty good though, the 1.9 JTDm Turismo is the best of the lot.

Submitted: 07/05/2008 15:44:58 | ID: 1425

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David Sumner Smith, Surrey

Alfa Romeo 147 JTD Lusso Multijet 16V 2004

The 147 is like a fiery Italian mistress. Great for an enjoyable fling, but not so wonderful for a long term relationship. On the plus side, the 147 looks fantastic, the seats are comfortable, the 6-speed manual gearbox is great & the multijet turbo-diesel engine is fantastic, offering strong performance & better than 40mpg economy. And it’s compact enough to be great fun for a B-road blast. But there are too many niggles to recommend it wholeheartedly: The protective tray under the engine keeps coming loose. The ride quality is poor on roads that aren’t smooth (ie most). The body panels (particularly the roof) pick up dents very easily. The factory-fit sat-nav is quaint at best & the stereo is temperamental. The colouring on the leather is easily worn away. And the Bose speakers in the rear doors are for show only - they don’t have wires attached!

Submitted: 25/03/2008 09:05:52 | ID: 1179

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Arif Alli, London

Alfa Romeo 147 2002

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Submitted: 02/01/2008 12:17:41 | ID: 877

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Daniel Lewis, Swansea

Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 Turismo

Steering good, handling not so good. Everything about this car is slightly too fiddly and this detracts from what is otherwise a pretty good car. All in all an OK car but interior space is limited and not the most comfortable of drives.

Submitted: 22/10/2007 09:51:37 | ID: 328

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Eric Kralicek, London

Alfa Romeo 147

I also LOVE my 147. Both fun to drive and reliable.

Submitted: 28/08/2007 11:58:55 | ID: 122

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Ryan, Oxfordshire

Alfa Romeo 147 2001

I bought this car on the back of it's winning car of the year ib 2001. It's six years old now and still going strong. Excellent reliability and does not look dated despite it now being now classed as an "older" car.

Submitted: 23/08/2007 14:17:25 | ID: 98

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Kevin, Essex

Alfa Romeo 147

I LOVE my Alfa Romeo 147. Although it has received a bit of a bad press in the UK I have found it to be the best sports car that I have ever owned. The 1.9 JTD engine makes it very nippy and this is a very good looking model. Don't believe the press, this a great car!

Submitted: 25/07/2007 14:25:53 | ID: 16

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