German Car Zone

The GTA will be a great little car. I only (still) think that they wanted to make it look a bit too much like the 8C, at least the front. Still very nice though.

Press Release

A high performance concept of the new Alfa MiTo, the Alfa MiTo GTA, will be starring at this year’s Geneva International Motor Show in early March.
In line with the famous GTA (Gran Turismo Alleggerito) signature, (Alleggerito means reduced weight in Italian), the MiTo GTA Concept prioritises weight reduction, and the achievement of an optimum power-to-weight ratio.
Considerable work has gone into lowering the vehicle’s centre of gravity; thus certain components such as the tailgate spoiler, roof and mirror fairings are in carbon-fibre; while aluminium is used extensively in the braking system, suspension, and some parts of the chassis.
Under the bonnet, an exciting new petrol engine, very much in keeping with the pre-requisites of downsizing, environmental awareness, and the offer of high power and efficiency in return for low weight and optimised packaging, powers the new GTA Concept.
Designed by Fiat Powertrain Technologies and exploiting the vast experience gained in the production of Twin Spark and Alfa V6 road and race engines, the compact new petrol engine employs advanced technical solutions including direct injection, dual variable valve timing, state-of-the-art turbocharging and advanced electronic management systems to produce a remarkable 240bhp from just 1742cc.
Under-floor aerodynamics have been a particular concern, while the entire car has been lowered by some 20mm. Front suspension employs new geometry with aluminium leading arms, while the rear suspension has all-new bushings, and the comprehensively revised chassis boasts an ‘active’ suspension system, (advanced damper control), which counteracts the transfer of load under acceleration, stiffening the rear end and maximising traction. The suspension also interacts with the braking system and steering to obtain the most efficient control of vehicle dynamics, while a ‘Sky-Hook’ function ensures an excellent level of passenger comfort under conditions of everyday use.

Absolutely amazing!!!

Holy cow, look at the diffuser and the huge exhausts! That thing is freaking amazing!

Looks stunning, especially from the back!

My next AR? yes please

Looks mindscrewingly fantastic,pure Italian style and passion

Attractive, but what's with the high ground clearance?

It only looks like it has high ground-clearance in the side on view, a visual distraction caused by the lack of distinction between the black rocker panel and the dark tarmac in this clearly photoshopped press release picture.
In the frontal 3/4 aspect it appears much lower to the ground.

All these new, affordable Italian cars....too bad this is the wrong time to try introducing them to the American market.

This car is stunning. My goodness...


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This is what it is people...

A hot hatch renaissance. When the going gets tough, the hot hatch makes a comeback and gets going. Spot y'all over at the Ford Focus RS thread where history is being made for FWD technology. And, along with the very limited edition R26.R, the hot hatch makes for a compelling performance-car-on-a-budget case.

As for this Mi.To GTA? Let's hope it drives better than the reviews of its lesser sibling have been suggesting. Looks good though...