Alfa Romeo Giulietta reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Alfa Romeo Giulietta is a family hatchback. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 99 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 259 of 442, and 31.9% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is pins and bushes (3.8% of tests).
Ranked 259 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 17 of 30 family hatchbacks
In 2024, 25,708 Alfa Romeo Giuliettas aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 31.9% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is about as likely to fail as the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
31.9%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
8,400
Typical age at test: 10 years
Alfa Romeo Giulietta MOT failure rate by age
Most common Alfa Romeo Giulietta MOT faults
- Pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn3.8% of tests
- Coil spring: fractured or broken3.5% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.3% of tests
- Side repeaters: not working3.2% of tests
- Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction3.0% of tests
- Condition: has ply or cords exposed2.6% of tests
What the Alfa Romeo Giulietta fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 12.2% | About average |
| Suspension | 11.5% | About average |
| Tyres | 9.1% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Brakes | 6.0% | ▼ 18% less often |
| Visibility | 4.8% | About average |
| Exhaust and emissions | 3.8% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Body and structure | 2.2% | ▼ 36% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.7% | ▼ 25% less often |
| Wheels | 0.4% | About average |
| Steering | 0.3% | ▼ 87% less often |
What MPG does the Alfa Romeo Giulietta do?
Official economy for the Alfa Romeo Giulietta ranges from 37.2 to 74.3mpg across the 48 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2012–2021). A typical petrol version manages 45.6mpg and a typical diesel 64.2mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
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Any Alfa Romeo Giulietta first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Alfa Romeo Giulietta registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £360 a year.
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Official figures for 48 versions sold in the UK between 2012 and 2021.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
37.2–74.3 mpg
CO2
99–177 g/km
Power
65–120 PS
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giulietta 1.6 JTDM-2 120hp ALFA TCT Sprint (88KW)120 PS · A6 · listed 2021 | Diesel | 52.3 mpg | 141g | £200 |
| Giulietta 1.6 JTDM-2 120hp ALFA TCT Sprint (88kw)120 PS · SA6 · listed 2021 | Diesel | 48.7 mpg | 153g | £200 |
| Giulietta 1.6 JTDM-2 120hp ALFA TCT Super120 PS · A6 · listed 2021 | Diesel | 52.3 mpg | 141g | £200 |
| Giulietta 1.6 JTDM-2 120HP SPECIALE120 PS · M6 · listed 2021 | Diesel | 50.4 mpg | 144g | £200 |
| Giulietta 1.6 JTDM-2 120hp Sport120 PS · M6 · listed 2021 | Diesel | 50.4 mpg | 144g | £200 |
| Giulietta 1.6 JTDM-2 120hp Super120 PS · M6 · listed 2021 | Diesel | 53.3 mpg | 140g | £200 |
| Giulietta 1.4 TB 120HP SPECIALE120 PS · M6 · listed 2021 | Petrol | 40.4 mpg | 164g | £200 |
| Giulietta 1.4 TB 120hp Sport120 PS · M6 · listed 2021 | Petrol | 37.7 mpg | 170g | £200 |
| Giulietta 1.4 TB 120hp Sprint (88kw)120 PS · M6 · listed 2021 | Petrol | 40.4 mpg | 164g | £200 |
| Giulietta 1.4 TB 120HP SUPER120 PS · M6 · listed 2020 | Petrol | 40.4 mpg | 164g | £200 |
| Giulietta 1.6 JTDM-2 120HP Alfa TCT Super65 PS · SA6 · listed 2019 | Diesel | – | – | – |
| Giulietta 2.0 TCT Veloce92 PS · A6 · listed 2019 | Diesel | – | – | – |
| Giulietta 1.6 JTDm-2 (MY 2015)M6 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 74.3 mpg | 99g | £200 |
| Giulietta 1.6 JTDm-2 120 (MY 2016)SAT6 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 74.3 mpg | 99g | £200 |
| Giulietta 2.0 JTDm-2 150 bhp (MY 2015)M6 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 67.3 mpg | 110g | £200 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Showing the 15 most recent of 48 versions.
What a Alfa Romeo Giulietta costs to fuel
- petrol, typical official 45.6mpg…
- diesel, typical official 64.2mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Alfa Romeo Giulietta reliable?
Its MOT record is about average: the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is about as likely to fail as the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 99 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Alfa Romeo Giulietta?
The most common MOT fault is “Pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn”, found in 3.8% of tests.
›What MPG does the Alfa Romeo Giulietta do?
Official economy for the Alfa Romeo Giulietta ranges from 37.2 to 74.3mpg across the 48 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2012–2021). A typical petrol version manages 45.6mpg and a typical diesel 64.2mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Alfa Romeo Giulietta?
Any Alfa Romeo Giulietta first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Alfa Romeo Giulietta registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £360 a year.
›How many Alfa Romeo Giuliettas fail their MOT?
31.9% of Alfa Romeo Giuliettas aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.