Alfa Romeo 147 2006–2010 car dimensions: 4223 mm long, 1729 mm wide and 1421 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,270 kg. Braked towing is 1,300 kg.
Higher trims get dual-zone automatic climate control while base models have manual. Cruise control comes standard across the range. Rear parking sensors are fitted as standard on Lusso grades or available as an option. The optional Connect system adds a colour display for navigation and phone functions. No automatic emergency braking, blind spot warning, lane keep assist or reversing camera appears in the equipment lists.
Boot space measures 292 litres with the rear seats in place. Folding the 60/40 split rear seats opens it up to 1042 litres for larger loads.
Braked towing capacity is 1300 kg and unbraked is 400 kg. Payload including the driver is 520 kg. No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension packages are listed for work use.
The cabin offers a refined elegant feel with wrapround seats that include height and lumbar adjustment plus a steering wheel adjustable for height and depth. Dual-zone automatic climate control is available on higher grades for good temperature control. Front seats can be heated as an option. The driving position is well sorted and materials give a quality touch though rear space is more limited.
Petrol engine with combined fuel use of 8.9 l/100 km and 60-litre tank.
Service checks every 20,000 km.
Euro NCAP adult occupant rating of 3 stars.
Standard six airbags plus ABS with EBD. VDC on many grades.
The 2.0 T.Spark runs on unleaded petrol and returns a combined figure of 8.9 l/100 km. Tank capacity is 60 litres.
Scheduled maintenance is set at 20,000 km intervals. The timing belt on petrol engines needs replacement every 120,000 km or every 5 years (4 years in demanding use).
Euro NCAP awarded 3 stars. Standard safety kit includes front, side and curtain airbags along with ABS and EBD. VDC with ASR is fitted on higher specifications.
The car comes with a 3-year warranty and 8-year anti-perforation cover. Regular checks help keep body and mechanicals in good order.
Length 4223 mm, Width 1729 mm, Height 1421 mm, Wheelbase 2546 mm (147 2006–2010)
Sources: manufacturer data, Alfa Romeo 147 Owner's Handbook, English GB edition printed 4 July 2008, 5-door 2.0 T.Spark, Alfa Romeo UK technical brochure printed February 2007, 2.0 T.Spark column: the same dimensions, The handbook's 2.0 T.Spark Selespeed shares the dimensions.