159 MY 08
159 features
Unique, thrilling, safe. Total driving pleasure, combined with complete control.
The Alfa 159 is among the very best in its category for active and passive safety, and not for no reason, it’s been given the prestigious EuroNCAP 5-star safety rating. The high wishbone suspension at the front and multilink setup at the rear ensure perfect road-holding, guaranteeing perfect positioning of the wheels and keeping them in constant contact with the road. The Alfa 159 also uses the sophisticated electronic systems to guarantee the best possible handling, braking and control, including ABS with EBD, VDC to dominate the road, ASR to prevent wheel slip, HBA for emergency braking situations, and Hill Holder for easier hill starts.
Safety & Control
The Alfa 159 is also at the top of the category in terms of passive safety. The use of new high-strength, dual-phase steels for the body, non-deformable floorpan and the solid engine support structure ensure the maximum protection for passengers even in the event of a high-speed collision. And that’s not all: as well as front, side and window bags, the car is also fitted with innovative knee bags for the driver.
