Alfa Romeo manufactures the Alfa Romeo 4C sports car, which is a mid-engine model. After debuting at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, the 4C was initially only available as a coupé, with a spider version following a few years later in 2015. The 4C refers to its 4.4-liter engine.
Overview
The 2-door coupe is available in rear-wheel drive. The 4C was discontinued at the end of 2020. Alfa has never been known for its durability, but its latest models have provided better durability than past models. Alfa Romeo’s 4C Concept won the German magazine Auto Bild’s ‘Most Beautiful Concept Car of the Year’ award, as well as the Auto Bild Design Award 2011. Alfa Romeo claims the 4C is capable of reaching 60 mph in 4.1 seconds and has a top speed of 160 mph.
Problems
In terms of technology, the 4C’s twin-clutch transmission and 1.7-liter engine are upgraded versions of existing ones so they should be fairly trouble-free. Additionally, the basic spec of this Alfa Romeo means there are few complex electronic systems to fail thanks to its almost track-focused spec. The differences in issues between versions don’t need to be taken into account.
Assembling the 4C is done by hand. Each 4C seems to have its unique issue that none of the others have. They tend to be fairly minor problems. It is these things that make the cars so distinctively Italian. Nobody has ever experienced engine failure. However, there have been a few transmission problems.
Conclusion
Having studied the history of the 4Cs, I can honestly say it is Alfa Romeo’s bulletproof sports car. You will not find any blown engines, transmission problems, clutch failures or premature clutch wear, or overheating issues. Most of the transmission problems were resolved by flashing the transmission TCM.
FAQ
Is the Alfa Romeo 4C reliable?
Alfa has never enjoyed a great reputation for durability. However, recent models have been more durable than previous efforts. Maserati is responsible for the 4C. This, along with Alfa Romeo, is no guarantee that the coupe is any more durable than other models in the Fiat Group.
Where is Alfa 4C made?
The Alfa 4C was built in Modena. This is the birthplace of some of the most iconic sports cars in the world. It combines Alfa Romeo’s design and Maserati’s manufacturing functions with engineering contributions from the Italian component industry leaders for high-performance sports cars.