Alfa Romeo: here's what the large sedan inspired by future models could look like

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If a large sedan Alfa Romeo were to exist, it wouldn't be for tomorrow. In fact, the brand's priorities are currently focused on the launch of other models, such as the Stelvio, Giulia, an E-SUV, a new Tonale (C-SUV), and most likely a C-segment Alfetta. This range, once successfully launched, could pave the way for more daring projects, such as a coupé, a spider or even a large E-segment sedan, but that remains a dream for now.

It's important to note that Alfa Romeo does have a large sedan in the pipeline, with the code name A7S. To date, however, there is no indication that this project is planned for the short or medium term. Indeed, the brand prefers to concentrate on SUV and crossover models, and the future of the large sedan still seems remote.

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Yet this is not the first time that a project for a large Alfa Romeo sedan has surfaced. In the past, a model derived from the Giulia had been envisaged under the code name 961. A prototype of this E-segment sedan had even been spotted in 2016, raising hopes of a promising future for this type of vehicle. However, the direction taken by former CEO Sergio Marchionne put an end to this project, mainly due to the disappointing sales of the Giulia and Stelvio, which failed to achieve the hoped-for commercial momentum. The prototype of the Alfa Romeo 961, which should have represented the large sedan, never saw the light of day, and the project was cancelled before the brand could realize its ambitions.

Prototype of the Alfa Romeo 961 E-segment sedan. Photo from 2016.

Although this project has been shelved, it's always nice to dream a little. Designer Alessandro Masera, meanwhile, has proposed an interpretation of what a new large Alfa Romeo sedan might look like. Inspired by the elegant lines of the Maserati Granturismo, he imagined a five-door sedan, while retaining the brand's distinctive new design. The front of this sedan is inspired by the new Junior SUV, while the rear would take elements from the light signature of the future Stelvio SUV. A blend of sportiness and luxury that could well embody Alfa Romeo's future in this segment.

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Unofficial illustration by Alessandro Masera
Unofficial illustration by Alessandro Masera

Although this large sedan won't be appearing on Stellantis' calendars in the near future, brand enthusiasts continue to hope. With the success of its other models, Alfa Romeo could well surprise us in the years to come. In the meantime, we can continue to dream of what could be the Milanese brand's next great adventure.


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20 opinions on "Alfa Romeo: here's what the large sedan inspired by future models could look like"

  1. Alfa Romeo is probably the brand with the most fantastical stylistic DNA on the planet. Modernizing the light signature doesn't detract from the purity of the timeless AR lines. Let's hope that the future Stelvio will live up to this fantastic heritage!

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  2. Is there room for a small Alfa, built on the same platforms as those small Fiats and Abarths, together with a small Coupe & Coupe-with-a-Soft-Top version?
    Not everyone needs or wants to go larger/higher/ heavier when driving. Take some inspiration from Alfasuds, Alfasuds Coupe, Lancia & the underated Mazda3. Petrol & Electric & Aldo a combination of the two fuel packs.
    I believe there is room.

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  3. Thanks for the info!!! fed up with suvs etc... when will we see a GTV or a sprint coupe? this illustration makes me dream with a beautiful ALFA v6.
    But not even in réve...

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  5. With a battery-powered engine? an ALFA is a petrol engine, and this year I'm celebrating 40 years of loyalty to our beloved ALFA, both rear-wheel drive and front-wheel drive.
    Stellantis destroys ALFA

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  7. Die jungen Chef's von Sellantis
    Und die jungen Ingenieure von Sellantis,
    können Alfa bauen wie sie wollen,
    Solange sie keinen Ton und Sound von 1970 haben, geht da nichts mir Verkauf.

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  9. What is certain is that Xiaomi will export its SU7 in 2027. That's what the brand boss explained at MWC. And it's not a crossover, as its height doesn't exceed 1.45m.

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    • It's 5m long, like the Dodge Charger, so there's plenty of room to fit the battery without going into crossover or SUV format.

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      • Better a slightly smaller battery and a lower, lighter car, for efficiency and to respect the Giulia concept, that's my opinion. The SU7 is also designed to accept a huge 150kWh battery... And again, in my opinion, this is made possible by the choice of a cell-to-body battery. I'm afraid that Stellantis is going into this battle with obsolete batteries.

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  10. Alfa Romeo 2.0.Lt benzinli motorlarda ısrar ettiği surece satışını yukseltemez.Alman rakipleri gibi 1.4-1.5 lt turbo beslemeli motorları Giulia'da yada Stelvio'da kullansaydi Türkiye gibi motor hacmine bağlı vergi sistemi uygulayan ülkelerde satışını en az 10'a katlardi.

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  12. Fredo... Höhe 145 cm.. einfach nur lächerlich diese Chinakarre.
    belanglos zusammen gebastelter Design ( front von Mc laren abkopiert)
    und halt alles damit man sooo tolle ist.
    Und weiter?
    Die Karre ist jetzt schon in der Mülltonne. Leblos und Stillos.

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  13. Die ganze zeit wird etwas auf Esi gelegt oder nicht gemacht!
    Aber ständig ein nächster nOCH HÄSSLICHER SUV.

    GEHTS EIG. NOCH?

    Kapieren diese ins Hirn geschissenen leblosen und herzlosen Manager nicht, WAS EIN ALFA ROMEO IST?

    ICH WILL KEINEN SUV!

    Wird also bei meinem 156 3,2 GTY, dem 3,0 GTV und meiner jetzigen Giulia bleiben.

    Von Alfa Romoe kommt nichts mehr. Bei BMW sieht man, wie die mit der nEUEN KLASSE ab 2026 alles richtig machen.
    Dort sinds gerade noch aufgewacht. Der neue M3 dann mein nächster.

    Wer hätte das gedacht? ciao

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  14. Ich lernte Alfa Romeo durch die Alfetta 1974 des Vaters eines Freundes kennen. Mir war sie eigentlich nur zu rot, denn ich hasse diese Farbe, sonst fühlte ich mich wohl darin. Durch einen Freund, einen KFZ-Mechaniker für Alfa Romeo und Renault, lernte ich eine Alfasud kennen. Sie waren zwar alle (auch Renault) nach 5 Jahren schrottreif, aber sehr schön, womit 1980 auch Schluss war, denn heute sind sie immer noch FIAT(Fehlerhaft In Allen Teilen)-Schrott, aber auch hässlich. Ich fahre nur mehr mit Wiener Jahreskarte und bin bar aller Sorgen, denn Zeit habe ich massenhaft.

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  16. Hi-
    Alfa is Alfa- what ever they do, it's still A car to Drive, enjoy, it's stands up.
    Alfanatic South Africa

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  17. Enjoying my Alfa's from 1979 - raced them, the best was 3.0lt GTV - 1985. A SHOW STOPPER- LOTS LIPSTICKS ON MY WINDOWS-EVERYTIME-

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