Jeremy Clarkson drives the Alfa 159.
And he likes it.
He likes the looks: “First of all, it is exactly one million times better looking than a BMW 3-series.
And with those triple headlamps, and perfect proportions, at least half a million times better looking than any rivals from Audi, Mercedes or Jaguar.
”He likes the steering: “It’s fast, sharp, more informative than the internet and more tactile than a freshly carved stone otter.
”He likes the 2.
2 JTS engine, that “sounds better and better until you’re up at 6500 when it sounds like a metallic werewolf.
”In conclusion:This is one of those cars that’s demonstrably and appreciably better than any other mid-range four-door family saloon.
And unlike any Alfa of the past, you don’t have to machete your way through a million inconveniences to find the point.
This car does not hide its gold watch up its behind.
It is an absolute gem.
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