Tests ongoing at Balocco testing site focus on refining vehicle dynamics and suspension. The goal is clear: create an exhilarating driving experience. Alfa's engineering team, known for their work on models like the 4C, 8C, and Giulia GTA performance cars, aims to deliver another "fun to drive" vehicle.
Built on the CMP/eCMP platform, the Baby Milano shares its architecture with siblings like the Jeep Avenger and Fiat 600e, alongside other Stellantis vehicles. This foundation supports diverse powertrain options—an electric version with 156 horsepower and a WLTP-estimated range of 400 km and a gas-powered counterpart featuring a turbocharged 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine.
The upcoming SUV takes design cues from its larger brothers, Stelvio and Tonale. Its compact size won't likely see it in American markets but is poised to captivate elsewhere.
Jean-Phillippe Imparato, CEO of Alfa Romeo, elucidates that the Milano rounds off the brand's current offerings. It beckons former entry-level Alfa owners back into the fold. He states, "Milano is intended as a symbolic 'welcome back' to all our Alfisti fans. As owners of the Giulietta and MiTo, they have been waiting to confirm their love for Alfa Romeo."
Looking ahead to 2025, Alfa Romeo plans to transition into an all-electric brand. This transformation underscores that the Milano may be remembered as one of Alfa's last models with a gasoline engine.
Source: Alfa Romeo