Tributo Italiano. Alfa Romeo presents its first global special series

• Available to order in France from November 21, “Tributo Italiano” – the first global special series of the Alfa Romeo range – pays homage to the origins, excellence and sportiness, characteristics of the Italian brand,
• For the first time, a special series is available globally across the entire range. Giulia, Stelvio and Tonale will thus be available in the three colors, green, white, red of the Italian flag,
• The entire range has been revised in a sporty spirit, including a two-tone livery with black roof, a body color body kit, a discreet Italian flag on the mirror caps, and much more. In the cabin, the exclusive character is accentuated by the new perforated leather seats with red stitching and the embroidered logo on the headrest,
• To underline the values of this special series, Alfa Romeo chose Matera, an ancient city halfway between tradition and innovation, linked in several ways to the brand’s sporting signature.

The first global special series of the range will be available for order in France from Tuesday November 21. Its name: “Tributo Italiano. » Available on the Giulia, Stelvio and Tonale models, this exclusive edition pays homage to the origins of the brand and represents the best expression of Italian know-how and sportiness according to Alfa Romeo.

The main features of the “Tributo Italiano” special series – common to all three models – include a two-tone livery with black roof, a body-colored body kit, the addition of the Italian flag on the mirror caps and a refined interior, all of which demonstrate of meticulous attention to detail, combined with the constant pursuit of the highest quality. More specifically, the Giulia, Stelvio and Tonale “Tributo Italiano” are positioned at the top of their respective ranges and are offered exclusively in the three colors of the Italian flag (Rosso Alfa, Verde Montreal and Bianco Alfa) combined with a black roof, moreover available as an option opening onto Tonale.

Several distinctive elements contribute to making the exterior appearance of this special series unique and daring. Like the “V” grille (black for Giulia and Stelvio, Dark Miron for Tonale), the 21” alloy wheels on Stelvio, 19” on Giulia and 20” on Tonale, all matching the very sporty red Brembo brake calipers. In addition, to add a touch of elegance to the brand’s characteristic sportiness, across the entire range and for the first time on Tonale, the side inserts of the front and rear bumpers, wheel arches and skirts side panels are in the same color as the bodywork.

On the Alfa Romeo Tonale, the impression is further accentuated by the protective plates and side and front inserts in matte Dark Miron, the Full-LED Matrix adaptive headlights and the double chrome exhaust outlets on the Q4 Plug-in Hybrid version. .

The same sporting spirit is found inside the three models. In particular, the new black leather sports seats feature a perforated treatment with red stitching and the front headrests are embroidered with the logo specific to the special series. Also new are the red stitching on the dashboard, seats and door panels. In addition, the Tonale “Tributo Italiano” offers a new dashboard strip in carbon design, with Alfa Romeo logo and ambient lighting, as well as aluminum door sills.

On the models of the special “Tributo Italiano” series, on-board comfort is ensured by dual-zone air conditioning, a heated steering wheel with aluminum paddles integrated into the steering column, ambient lighting, a sophisticated infotainment system, ventilated and heated front seats and a Premium audio system with 14 Harman Kardon speakers, including a subwoofer. So many solutions designed to offer customers a high level of comfort, refinement and Italian friendliness. Finally, Stelvio and Tonale offer a hands-free electric tailgate as standard.

Regarding the engine range, the Giulia and Stelvio “Tributo Italiano” are equipped with the 2.0 Turbo 280 hp gasoline engine. or the 2.2 Turbo 210 hp Diesel engine, both equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission and Q4 all-wheel drive. The 160 hp turbo diesel engine. is also available with rear-wheel drive. On Tonale “Tributo Italiano”, the customer can choose between a hybrid version (petrol/electric) 1.5 with 160 hp. with 7-speed TCT automatic transmission or the 280 hp Q4 Plug-in Hybrid engine. The latter allows, without any restriction, access to city centers, ensures more than 80 km of autonomy in all-electric mode, more than 600 km of total autonomy for long extra-urban journeys and, finally, 280 hp . of total power for optimal driving dynamics.

Much attention was paid to technical equipment. The “Dual Stage Valve” active suspension is therefore offered as standard, with electronically controlled damping, which reinforces the sporty character of the three models and guarantees the customer a unique driving experience, respecting the Alfa Romeo tradition. More specifically, the AlfaTM Active Suspension system instantly adapts to driving conditions, allowing you to choose between performance-oriented or comfort-oriented behavior. In terms of safety, Giulia, Stelvio and Tonale “Tributo Italiano” offer the state of the art for safe driving, without sacrificing driving pleasure. Depending on the model, these systems include ADAS enabling level 2 autonomous driving, a high-resolution camera offering a 360° view around the car, a blind spot detector and a rear cross-path detector, side sensors and electrochromic exterior mirrors.

The “Tributo Italiano” special series therefore embodies the excellence of the brand – perfect weight distribution, first-rate driving dynamics, technological solutions and engines among the most efficient in their respective segments – and this aesthetic typical of the timeless design of Alfa Romeo.

Evocative filming in Matera, an ancient city halfway between tradition and innovation

Alfa Romeo chose Matera, one of the oldest cities in the world, as an evocative setting for the shooting of the special series “Tributo Italiano”. Famous for its Sassi Caves, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993, the city is halfway between the past and the future, between tradition and innovation, and perfectly reflects the essence of Alfa Romeo : a brand with a glorious past, which is now writing the history of 21st century sportsmanship. From the historic streets of Matera, enveloped in the light of southern Italy, the three cars take the road to Milan, the Italian capital of technological innovation and the birthplace of the brand, which was founded there on the 24 June 1910. A common thread is therefore traced between two very different places, brought together by the same desire to look to the future with ambition and pride. Today, and especially thanks to the many young people who live there, the city serves as a laboratory for projects serving social innovation, sustainability and the preservation of its historical, cultural and landscape identity. Not everyone may know that the grandfather of engineer Nicola Romeo, founder of the Italian brand, was from Montalbano Jonico, a small town in the province of Matera. Alfa Romeo thus continues its wish to present and contextualize its cars in emblematic Italian sites, closely linked to its more than century-old history. This was demonstrated by the wonderful images shot for the centenary of the Quadrifoglio in Palermo, where the lucky charm first appeared on Ugo Sivocci’s Alfa Romeo which won the Targa Florio in 1923. He the same goes for the shots devoted to the new Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio taken in Mantua and around Lake Garda, the same places where the “1000 Miglia” were raced in 1930, during which Tazio Nuvolari experienced his first success behind the wheel of an Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 GS Spider Zagato. In essence, everything that makes Alfa Romeo a profoundly Italian brand!

Price offer for the “Tributo Italiano” special series

Alfa Romeo Tonale from €51,500
Alfa Romeo Giulia from €58,400
Alfa Romeo Stelvio from €64,100