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The Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida Q4, the four-wheel-drive version of the brand's compact SUV, is shaping up for an imminent arrival in early 2025. After the Ibrida 136 hp version, the Italian manufacturer unveils a Q4 variant. Still based on the CMP platform, this hybrid model is distinguished by all-wheel drive,. But what are the features of this new SUV, and how is it positioned in terms of price and performance?
A more versatile hybrid SUV
L'Alfa Romeo Junior is a compact SUV currently available with two engine options: a 136 hp hybrid combustion engine and two fully-loaded versions 156 hp or 280 hp electricall in traction. The Q4 versionfor its part, emphasizes versatility with a all-wheel drive which promises to improve grip and driving dynamics, especially on more difficult terrain.
This all-wheel drive system is inspired by the Jeep Avenger 4xe, a model on the same platform that combines a 136 hp 1.2-liter turbocharged internal combustion engine with two 21 kW electric motors, one on each axle. This technology enables Jeep to benefit from all-wheel drive while offering low-speed, short-distance 100 % electric driving.
Performance and driving
Although the Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida Q4 is based on the same technology as the Jeep AvengerThe new Avenger has a sportier approach. In terms of performance, the 136 hp Jeep Avenger 4xe offers a top speed of 194 km/h and a 0 to 100 km/h time of 9.5 seconds. However, the Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida 136 hp already boasts a top speed of 206 km/h and a 0 to 100 km/h time of 8.9 seconds. We can therefore expect similar or even superior performance from the Q4 version..
The Junior Ibrida Q4's hybrid system is based on a 136 hp 1.2-liter turbocharged engine coupled to two electric motors, each rated at 21 kW. The electric motor at the front is integrated into a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, while the one at the rear provides propulsion on the rear axle. This configuration, with no physical connection between the front and rear axles, makes it possible to optimum torque distribution for better tractionThis means safer driving in all conditions. Contrary to what you might think, in this mode of operation, the combustion engine's power is not added to that of the electric motors.
The Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida Q4 should stand out for its optimized fuel consumption and CO2 emissions compared with the Ibrida. According to Jeep data, the Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida Q4 could reduce these consumption figures by 0.5 l/100 km and around 20 g of CO2/km, thanks to its hybrid system.
A little technology
The Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida Q4 is distinguished by the use of a transmission management systemthe Power Looping. This system ensures equitable torque distribution between front and rear axles, even when the battery charge is low, optimizing fuel efficiency and performance. Depending on the selected driving mode, the system adapts rear engine activation. Up to 30 km/h, four-wheel drive is activated to distribute torque evenly. From 30 km/h onwards, the rear engine is activated only as required, for improved fuel economy and lower emissions.
Price around €34,000
While the 136 hp Ibrida version of the Alfa Romeo Junior starts at €29,500, the Q4 version may well see a slight price increase, thanks to all-wheel drive and the advanced technologies that go with it. By comparison, the Jeep Avenger 4xe starts at €32,750 for the 136 hp version.. It's reasonable to assume that the Alfa Romeo Junior Q4 could come in at around €34,000.4,000 more than the Ibrida 136 hp version.
See you in early January 2025
The Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida Q4, which will be on display at the 101st Brussels Motor Show, from January 10, 2025, alongside the new limited edition Alfa Romeo Intensaand the Alfa Rome 33 Stradale. If you get the chance to visit us, don't hesitate!
34K for a PureToc 136hp.
Thank you for your time. Goodbye.
A Q4 version for the least powerful version and with PureTech. In brief....
I don't know who Alfa Romeo is trying to convince, but certainly not those who own Alfa Romeos.
Clearly, a Q4 version with the same entry-level generalist power as the entry-level version lol...
Grande PSA.
Alfa-Romeo isn't trying to convince anyone, since Alfa-Romeo no longer exists as such, so if it's to have a 130 or 136 hp hybrid rather than this ill-born Italian-French mix of bricks and mortar, it's better to buy a Yaris cross considering its name.
I'd never heard of the Power Looping, and it makes me laugh out loud! On the other hand, those who aren't going to have fun are those who are going to spend 34k euros on a 136hp mini engine that will pull the 2 Ele engines + the 200kg batteries + the engine itself... etc.... I'm keeping my Giulia Veloce with its simple engine that I've pushed up to 320hp, 7l per 100 combined, hyper-reliable, 0 to 100 in 5 sec... and it's really an Alfa! made in Italy in Alfa factories...
And the last real Alfa Romeo, for a long time to come. At least I hope so.
😂😂😂😂😂
When will they understand that we want Engines? Real diesel / petrol engines ....bref real ALFA ???????
With the 1.2 l from Pijot! You've got to be kidding me. 😂
ALFA owner since 1969.... first was a 1969 spider I bought new and kept for over 40 years. I would still have that if I had more garage space. Also a buddy and I had a 1967 GTV that we built outselves to compete in SCCA B Sedan in the early 70s. Currently have a 2015 4C LE I bought new and it has been an absolute blast to drive and a gorgeous car. Sadly politics and government meddling is making it very hard for a small company to compete with all the regulations etc. small companies have to jump through. I respect the history of ALFA and hope they can keep producing cars for their fans. When I see other companies struglling and sometimes having to sell the marque to other companies or countries like China, it scares me. I live in Detroit, Michigan area and always am amazed at the thumbs up I get when I drive my car. People here " get " cars that are unique and have a history of excellence.
Molto bella infatti l' ho comprata, mancano solo come optional le pinze freni dei dischi color rosso con la dicitura Alfa Romeo!!!!