Stellantis is increasing its crossover lineup with a brand new subcompact mannequin for Alfa Romeo. The fabled Italian model is reviving the “Milano” moniker, which was final used through the early Nineteen Nineties for a compact sedan that rivaled the E30. The reboot is clearly not a 3 Collection fighter, however somewhat a competitor to the upcoming MINI Aceman. The BMW Group’s smallest EV will break cowl on April 24.

The Milano is definitely Alfa Romeo’s first EV, however in contrast to the electric-only Aceman, it’s going to be bought with combustion engines as nicely. It’s a pretty little crossover that measures simply 4.17 meters (164.1 inches) lengthy, 1.78 meters (70 inches) huge, and 1.5 meters (59 inches) tall. It makes it considerably smaller than the BMW iX1, therefore why it’s extra of an Aceman competitor. MINI’s new crossover goes to be a smidge smaller than the Milano.

The outsized “scudetto protect” on the entrance is a pleasant retro contact and is obtainable in two distinct designs. This iconic Alfa Romeo emblem is flanked by sharp-looking matrix LED headlights with a well-known three-point structure harkening again to legendary fashions such because the SZ or the 159. The enduring “Biscione” (grass snake) motif additionally adorns the rear pillars the place it discreetly blends in with the bodywork.

The reborn Milano will be had with wheels as much as 20 inches in dimension, wrapped in high-performance tires and complemented by 380-mm entrance brake discs with four-piston calipers. Alfa Romeo additionally matches a Torsen differential for superior grip on all kinds of surfaces. The rear continues the three-point gentle theme, whereas the ICE fashions include twin exhaust suggestions.

The inside seems to be high-end for a subcompact crossover, because it ought to contemplating Alfa Romeo aspires to be a premium model. There may be considerably of a sporty ambiance, and we’re glad to see the 2024 Milano has a good variety of bodily buttons. As for the shows, the driving force has a ten.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a ten.25-inch touchscreen for the infotainment. Behind the seats, the cargo quantity of 400 liters (14.1 cubic toes) is greater than enough for a B-segment automobile.

In purely electrical guise, the Milano will probably be out there with both 156 or 240 horsepower. In each situations, Alfa Romeo matches a battery pack with a 54-kWh capability, which is nice for 250 miles (402 kilometers) of vary within the WLTP cycle for those who follow the lowered-powered variant. Within the city cycle, it’s best to have sufficient juice for 366 miles (589 kilometers).

The battery pack will be charged at as much as 100 kW, through which case it’ll take lower than half an hour to replenish the battery from 10% to 80%. The stronger Veloce mannequin with 240 hp has sharper steering and a stiffer suspension reducing the trip peak by 25 mm. This hotter Milano additionally will get entrance and rear anti-roll bars and higher tires.

Alfa Romeo gained’t make the Milano at dwelling in Italy as dad or mum firm Stellantis will assemble the enticing crossover at its Tychy manufacturing unit in Poland. The mechanically associated Fiat 600e and Jeep Avenger are additionally constructed there. The order books are opening this summer time in Europe.

MINI gained’t make the Aceman within the UK till 2026 when manufacturing is scheduled to begin in Oxford. Till then, the electrical subcompact crossover will probably be completely produced at a brand new plant in China by Highlight Automotive, a 50:50 three way partnership between the BMW Group and Nice Wall Motor.

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