Alfa Romeo MiTo explained

Alfa Romeo MiTo
Manufacturer:Alfa Romeo
Production:2008–2018
Assembly:Italy: Turin[1] [2] (Stabilimento Mirafiori)
Designer:Juan Manuel Diaz at Centro Stile Alfa Romeo[3]
Class:Supermini (B)
Body Style:3-door hatchback
Layout:Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Platform:GM Fiat Small platform[4]
Related:Fiat Grande Punto
Opel Corsa D
Wheelbase:25111NaN1[5]
Length:40631NaN1
Width:17211NaN1
Height:14461NaN1
Weight:1080-
Sp:uk
Successor:Alfa Romeo Junior

The Alfa Romeo MiTo (Type 955) is a front-wheel drive, three-door supermini designed by Centro Stile Alfa Romeo and presented in 2008 at Castello Sforzesco in Milan[6] with an international introduction at the British Motor Show in 2008.[7] The MiTo was marketed across a single generation from 2008 to 2018, sharing the Fiat Small platform with the Fiat Grande Punto. Production reached 293,428 at FCA's Mirafiori plant.[8]

The Mito nameplate is a portmanteau of Milano (Milan), where it was designed, and Torino (Turin), where it was manufactured.

Naming

The new car was provisionally named the "Junior". In November 2007, Alfa Romeo launched a European public naming competition; the winner from each country to win an Alfa Romeo Spider or an Alfa Romeo mountain bike. The winning name was "Furiosa", which scored well in Italy, France, United Kingdom and Germany, but not in Spain.

In 2008, Alfa Romeo announced "MiTo" as the official name, a portmanteau of Milano (Milan) & Torino (Turin), because it was designed in the former and was assembled in the latter. The name is also a play on the Italian word "mito", meaning "myth" or "legend".[9] All countries agreed on the name.

Design and updates

The MiTo is front-wheel drive, with a system allowing the driver to choose three driving settings: Dynamic, Normal, and All-Weather. The system, marketed as "Alfa DNA," tunes the behavior of the engine, brakes, steering, suspension and gearbox.[1] The MiTo also features LED tail lights and 250L of luggage space.[10] The MiTo also features a Q2 electronic differential on the front wheels, which is active with the DNA switch in Dynamic position, and allows for faster and tighter cornering without loss of traction.

In 2010 a new transmission for the MiTo was unveiled at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show,[11] the six-speed TCT which is produced by Fiat Powertrain Technologies in Verrone (TCT Dual Dry Clutch Transmission). Magneti Marelli delivers the control system which integrates BorgWarner's hydraulic actuation module into its own power and transmission control units.[12] It can handle torque inputs of up to 350Nm

In Geneva was also unveiled Blue&Me–TomTom, this new system integrates TomTom navigation to the Blue&Me infotelematic system.[11]

For model year 2014, the MiTo gets a new 105 PS 0.9 L Turbo TwinAir engine, new chrome-plated grille, new Anthracite grey colour and new burnished front light clusters. The car interior is also updated with new upholsteries, three new dashboards looks, as well as the new Uconnect 5.0 infotainment systems. The engine range now consists two turbo diesel engines (the updated E5+ 85 PS 1.3 L JTDM and the 120 Ps 1.6 L JTDM) and five petrol engines: the 70 PS 1.4, the 78 PS 1.4, the 135 PS 1.4 MultiAir Turbo (with manual or Alfa TCT Dual Dry Clutch Transmission) and the 170 PS 1.4 MultiAir Turbo. The range has also 120 HP 1.4 LPG Turbo option.[13]

Debuting at the 2016 2016 Geneva Motor Show, the revised Mito featured a facelifted front fascia with a new updated brand logo and new lettering. Trim line up was changed to Mito, Super and Velocè. A new body colour and new rims designs also became available. The previous MiTo QV became the Mito Veloce, available with 170 P s engine and TCT transmission.[14]

MiTo Quadrifoglio Verde

The Quadrifoglio Verde (green four-leaf clover) has traditionally been the highest line of Alfa Romeo models. The car (see Alfa Romeo in motorsport article for the history of this emblem) version of Mito was presented at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show.[15] The QV version has the new 13681NaN1 Turbo Multiair inline-four engine 1700NaN0 at 5500 rpm and 250Nm of torque at 2500 rpm,[16] with newly engineered suspension, steering and new six-speed C635 gearbox developed by Fiat Powertrain Technologies (FPT). Its specific output of 124 PS per litre was highest in its segment at that time. The new multiair technology allows fuel consumption of in EU combined driving and CO2 emissions of 139 g/km.[17] QV had bigger 305 mm front brake discs and exclusive 18" alloy wheels as standard and Sabelt carbon fibre backed bucket seats as an option. From 2014 QV was now available with TCT robotised gearbox which brought down the 0–100 km/h time to 7.3 s. With 2016 facelift QV was renamed as Veloce.

Engines

At its launch the MiTo featured low-displacement turbocharged petrol and diesel engines. Also, a power limited 79NaN naturally aspirated engine variant is produced to meet the new Italian legislation for young people.[18] MiTo got new electro-hydraulic valve control system Multiair engines from September 2009. MultiAir engines will increase power (up to 10%) and torque (up to 15%), as well as a considerable reduction in consumption levels (up to 10%) and CO2 emissions (up to 10%), of particulates (up to 40%) and NOx (up to 60%).[19] This new engine is available with 1050NaN0,1350NaN0 and 1700NaN0 power ratings.[20] All multiair versions have start-stop system as standard. In October 2009 was unveiled a dual fuel MiTo version, this version can run with LPG (Liquefied petroleum gas) or petrol, with this engine MiTo has range of 1200km (700miles). The LPG version is made in collaboration with Landi Renzo. In Summer 2010 Alfa introduced the Dual Dry Clutch Transmission called Alfa TCT (i.e. Twin Clutch Transmission). From model year 2011 the start-stop system came as standard on all versions.[21] At the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, AR introduced two new engines for the MiTo – The 0.9 L I2 TwinAir and a new low emission 85PS version of 1.3 JTD diesel engine.

Specifications

EngineTypeDisplacementPowerTorque0–100 km/h
(0–62 mph)
Top speedYears
Petrol engines
0.9 TwinAir 85I2875cc85abbr=on0abbr=on at 5500 rpm1450NaN0 at 2000 rpm12.5 s174km/h2011–2012
1.4 MPII41368cc78abbr=on0abbr=on at 6000 rpm1200NaN0 at 4750 rpm12.3165km/h2008–
95abbr=on0abbr=on at 6000 rpm1290NaN0 at 4750 rpm11.2180km/h
0.9 Twinair 105I2875cc105abbr=on0abbr=on at 5750 rpm1450NaN0 at 2000 rpm11.4184km/h2011
1.4 TBI41368cc120abbr=on0abbr=on at 5000 rpm2060NaN0 at 1750 rpm8.8195km/h2008–2009
155abbr=on0abbr=on at 5500 rpm2300NaN0 at 3000 rpm8.0215km/h2009–
1.4 MPI (multiair)105abbr=on0abbr=on at 6500 rpm1300NaN0 at 4000 rpm10.7187km/h
1.4 TB (multiair)135abbr=on0abbr=on at 5250 rpm2060NaN0 at 1750 rpm8.4207km/h
1.4 TB (multiair) TCT2300NaN0 at 1750 rpm8.22010–
1.4 TB (multiair)170abbr=on0abbr=on at 5500 rpm2500NaN0 at 2500 rpm7.5219km/h2009–
1.4 TB (multiair) TCT7.32014–
Diesel engines
1.3 JTDI41248cc90abbr=on0abbr=on at 4000 rpm2000NaN0 at 1750 rpm11.81780NaN02008–2009
95abbr=on0abbr=on at 4000 rpm2000NaN0 at 1500 rpm11.61800NaN02009–
85abbr=on0abbr=on at 3500 rpm12.91740NaN0UK version[22]
2011–[23]
1.6 JTD1598cc120abbr=on0abbr=on at 3750 rpm3200NaN0 at 1750 rpm9.7198km/h2008–
LPG engine
1.4 Turbo GPLI41368cc120abbr=on0abbr=on at 5000 rpm2060NaN0 at 1750 rpm8.8198km/h2009–
2008

Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions

EngineUrbanExtra-urbanCombinedCO2 emissions
0.9 TwinAir (105 PS)5L/100 km 3.8L/100 km4.2L/100 km99 g/km
1.4 MPI (78 PS)7.7L/100 km 4.8L/100 km5.9L/100 km138 g/km
1.4 MPI (78 PS) Start&Stop7.3L/100 km 4.6L/100 km5.6L/100 km130 g/km
1.4 MPI (95 PS)7.7L/100 km4.8L/100 km5.9L/100 km138 g/km
1.4 TB (120 PS)8.1L/100 km5L/100 km6.1L/100 km145 g/km
1.4 TB (155 PS)8.5L/100 km5.3L/100 km6.5L/100 km153 g/km
1.4 MPI (105 PS)7.6L/100 km4.8L/100 km5.8L/100 km136 g/km
1.4 TB (135 PS)7.4L/100 km4.5L/100 km5.6L/100 km129 g/km
1.4 TB TCT (135 PS)7.1L/100 km4.5L/100 km5.5L/100 km126 g/km
1.4 TB (170 PS)8.1L/100 km4.8L/100 km6L/100 km139 g/km
1.3 JTD (90 PS)6L/100 km3.6L/100 km4.5L/100 km119 g/km
1.3 JTD (95 PS)5.5L/100 km3.6L/100 km4.3L/100 km112 g/km
1.3 JTD (95 PS) Start&Stop5.5L/100 km3.6L/100 km4.3L/100 km104 g/km
1.3 JTD (85 bhp) Start&Stop4.6L/100 km3L/100 km3.6L/100 km95 g/km
1.3 JTD (85 PS) Start&Stop4.4L/100 km2.9L/100 km3.5L/100 km90 g/km
1.6 JTD5.9L/100 km4.1L/100 km4.8L/100 km126 g/km
1.6 JTD Start&Stop5.9L/100 km4.1L/100 km4.8L/100 km114 g/km
1.4 Turbo GPL10.6L/100 km6.6L/100 km8.1L/100 km131 g/km
(petrol mode)
Note: Consumption figures according to European Commission Directive 1999/100/EC.

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Safety

The MiTo has seven airbags as standard,[29] and received a 'good' or green result from the first ever Euro NCAP rear impact test (whiplash).[30]

The MiTo received the following ratings:

Limited and special editions

Edizione Sprint (2009): Limited to 250 examples, only for Belgian market. Available only with 1.3 JTDM 950NaN0 diesel engine. Bears special Sprint logo.[31] [32]

Maserati Version (2010): In 2010 Alfa Romeo announced it would produce a limited 100 car series of Mitos to be distributed to Maserati dealerships in Europe. Maserati version MiTos feature same 125 kW (170 PS) engine as the Quadrifoglio Verde, and exclusive paint Blu Oceano. Aluminium kickplates and a badge on the HVAC controls on the car bear words "Alfa Romeo for Maserati". The cars are to be used as courtesy cars for Maserati service customers, very much like "for Ferrari Dealers" versions of the Fiat 500 and Abarth 500.[33]

Quadrifoglio Verde 101 (2012): Limited edition based on QV model, only 101 examples to celebrate 101 anniversary of Alfa Romeo existence. Rosso Alfa paint, 1700NaN0 engine, Sabelt racing seats with Alcantara upholstery and backrest made of carbon. From the outside, apart from paint and tinted windows, the car also sports new 18-inch alloy wheels available, like the seats, exclusively for this model. Also as standard bi-xenon lights, Brembo brakes and active suspension "Dynamic Suspension".[34]

MiTo SBK and MiTo Superbike Special Series: At the 2012 Paris Motor Show, Alfa Romeo unveiled numbered limited edition (200 Units) MiTo SBK based on the 1.4 L 1700NaN0 QV MiTo and the MiTo Superbike Special Series available with all the engines in the range – except for the 1.4 70 PS and 1.4 170 PS petrol engine. This version includes 16-inch titanium alloy wheels, chrome-plated spoiler and exhaust, mirror fairings in the shade of titanium, sporty rear bumper, black fog light frame and "SBK" logo on the rear of the car.[35]

Mito Racer: Introduced at Geneva 2015 motor show, MiTo Racer version sports a checkered flag roof sticker, special 17" alloy wheels, rear sport bumper, rear spoiler, chromed exhaust-pipe and satin-chrome finish for many exterior features. Interior will be available with vintage looking grey textile with brown eco-leather seats and black dashboard. Available with wide range of engines.[36]

GTA concept car

The GTA (Gran Turismo Alleggerita), the sportiest version of the MiTo, was unveiled at the March 2009 Geneva Motor Show as a prototype. The concept has a 1.8-litre (Fiat Pratola Serra modular) turbocharged engine with direct fuel injection and variable valve timing for both inlet and exhaust. The maximum power is rated at 2400NaN0.[37] The MiTo GTA concept has a top speed of 2500NaN0 and acceleration from 0 to 1000NaN0 in 5 seconds.[38] The weight of the GTA has been reduced by the use of carbon-fibre for the tailgate spoiler as well as the roof panel and mirror fairings.[39] Aluminium is also used to reduce the weight. The suspension is lowered by 20mm over the standard car, and the car has active suspension.

MiTo FCEV

Two Alfa Romeo MiTo Fuel Cell vehicles were used in Hydrogen test program in Europe.[40] The Alfa Romeo MiTo Fuel Cell car uses a Nuvera Fuel Cell stack combined with a compact Li-ion traction battery pack to supply power to the electric motor; vehicle has top speed of 150 km/h (93 mph) and can accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers in 10 seconds, with hydrogen consumption of 3.2 liters diesel equivalent/100 km (74 mpg US) and a range of 450 kilometers (280 miles) in NEDC, thanks to 700 bar H2 tanks.”[41]

Reception

The MiTo was sold to compete with the Mini Hatch and the newer Audi A1.[42]

In March 2017, the head of Alfa Romeo Reid Bigland said that the MiTo and Giulietta models were going to continue to be produced for the foreseeable future.[43] However, both models sales were discontinued, MiTo in early 2019 and Giulietta in 2021.[44] [45]

Production and sales

YearProduction Mirafiori plant[46] European sales
200824,75913,282
200965,34262,122
201053,09151,994
201141,07740,425
201224,85725,173
201319,65517,884
201416,89416,950
201513,90913,839[47]
201614,64412,944
201710,90611,367
20188,2749.198
Total293,408275,178

Awards

External links

Notes and References

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