The fact so many owners have commented here says all you need to know about this car. Enthusiasts buy them.

as an Italian kid I must say that this car, especially with our philosophy, was and still is a masterpiece. Yes it really isn't appealing for someone that wants cameras, heated and ventilated seats or a 3090 installed into the infotainment, BUT (as it always happens with alfas) the main objective was to be faster than german cars. We wanted to know if we could still do it, like we did in the DTM entering and destroying the competition. And we did for a brief moment. We will not have another giulia and we probably won't have another fully petrol alfa sadly. That's just an opinion of 21 years old with a fiat panda tho. :)

I own a European mechanical shop, I drive m3s and amgs all the time, after a giulia came in and took it for a drive I went and bought one...love it

Qv owner here. Had 3 x M3s in a row before this. M3s feel like practical sports cars..I loved them. The qv feels more like a supercar, with the practicality of a sedan. I love it. Basically I love them both..my M3s were an e46 and 2 e92s though. Hate the F80. I really like the giulia interior..very italian. I particularly like the way the screen is blended into the dash, unlike most German rivals which have the screen stuck on top of the dash like they forgot about it. The giulia has a crazy chassis, lighting fast steering, huge traction and an absolute beast of a motor. Its a car that you really want to drive fast.. Car drives the best in race mode , buy one. You won't be disappointed !

Proud owner of a new Giulia Quadrifigolio and it is hands down the best car I've owned/driven. I would recommend it to anyone who loves driving!

US owner here. Great and fair video. Disagree on one point, the Alfa sounds far superior to an F80 M3, I've owned both. We don't have the particulate filter here so that must be the reason for that observation.

131000 kms and still smiling in my 2017 manual Giulia Quadrifoglio. No issues of note to mention. There's no car I've ever loved more. And no. You can't have mine 😜

I finally purchased a 2017 QV around 2 months ago and I'm still amazed by it, absolutely zero buyers remorse. It's astonishingly quick (brutal in fact) and very scarse (UK), which I like, opposed to M3s, C63s, RS5s, Golf Rs, A45s etc etc. Whenever I park it anywhere I cannot resist a quick look back over my shoulder, which I believe shows I have chosen the right car for me. It is thristy, the brakes do take a little bit of getting used to and you will end up facing the wrong way if you get a little premature with the go pedal leaving a roundabout (especailly in race mode but also very achievable in Normal mode, certainly in the wet :-)

The biggest thing I disagree with here is the interior. In an era where opposing manufacturers are going the route of fake leather, ipads unimaginatively glued on dashboards and didgital dials I actually love (not like, but LOVE) the approach alfa took with this interior. From the sweeping curves of the dash, to the proper leathers, to the proper analog dials and the way the LCD is elegantly hidden behind a glass beauty panel - I think they really put a lot of thought into the interior design, and to my eyes it really shows. By comparison if I look at a C-Class of the same era there's far too much shiny crap to the point that it looks like a pimp-mobile, and too much obsession with LCD screens everhwhere. Likewise the equivalent year 3-series interior just looks awkward, misfit and cheap. The S4/RS4 is the only compeititor that I would say has an interior that is both elegantly designed and brilliantly put together, but somehow to me the Giulia interior still has a little more flair. Also not sure what you mean by the lack of colour options, because I could swear I've seen Giulia QV's with black/tan, and black/red interiors. I've definitely seen it on the Veloce (and it looks stunning) but I'm pretty sure ive seen it on QV's too.

How is it not nice sounding engine? Literally one of the best sounds out there stock

Had a QV up until March this year, it's a sensational car. Replaced it with an M340i as we wanted to move house and they're 'quite' expensive to finance, with a 20mpg thirst. I'd have one again in a heartbeat; the BMW feels like a clown car around corners in comparison. I also thought it sounded incredible, especially with the AHM exhaust controller!

I think my 19 Giulia QV sounds great, specially after I made sure the valves stay open all the time. We loved my Giulia QV so much we got the Wife a Stelvio QV. 1 Alfa in the states is rare enough, now we can ride around with 2!

As a QV owner and previous BMW owner, this car never leaves me wanting for more. It’s a drivers car, period. Yes, I concur the interior is bit lacking but not overly so. Brake by wire while it sucks a parking lot speeds when moving, is fine. Love mine and plan on keeping it forever.

QV owner here with W204 & W205 C63 in the garage and also an M2 CS. This is the car I pick the keys up to when the weather here in Victoria Australia is trash and I've had a really gutful day. Driving this car in anger melts away the sadness.

Owned a 2017 Giulia, a 2020 Stelvio & currently a 2019 Giulia QUadrifoglio. ABSOLUTELY fell in love with these cars unlike any other i ever owned. I used to change cards every 2-3 years and simply dont like anything else on the market. All have been dead reliable and a pleasure to own.

What an amazing car. A car you can love which is not something you can generally say about a German car, worthy as they may be. It's a shame the Giulia range hasn't sold in greater numbers as even BMW admitted they didn't benchmark it for the new 3 series as the Giulia is too good which speaks volumes.

The wheels aren't big enough ? Looking perfect to me..all angles on this car looks awesome almost British touring car thing about it .

Best car I have ever owned. Has the occasional problem, sure, but is frankly the only car I've owned that can truly say I've fallen in love with. It's attitude, the way it drives, the way it looks----I just love it. I had a CLA 45 AMG before this, and a M3 before that. Both amazing cars. Both had better tech on the inside. The M3 was faster 0-60. The CLA45 AMG's interior was cooler. None of it mattered. There is just something different about this car. I wake up in the morning excited to go to work because I know I'll be driving this car. The Mercedes nor the BMW ever did that for me I promise you that. If you are on the fence because of "reliability" or whatever other problem you heard through sarcastic internet comments, don't listen to them. Watch actual testimonials from people who own the car. Talk to people that own it. I promise you will be hard pressed to find even one person who regrets buying this car. They might have their issues and complaints, but they will have no regrets. You have my word.

Excellent, thorough review as always and enjoyed the drive-by shots. Thank you for your hard work

Awesome review James. One of your absolute best. Thankyou!

Love this car, it’s looks, it’s ‘Italianness’ and how it handles - best car I’ve owned so far

Bought mine new over 4 years ago. Simply fantastic. Nothing like it out there now and likely never will b again.

This car you reviewed is the newer version the 17-19 cars are louder, sharper, faster and lighter. The earlier cars have a very Ferrari front end geometry and so many people complained about tire scrub at full lock Alfa then changed the front end completely in 2020. You also have to get the carbon fiber Sparco seats no exceptions it makes the interior look special and gives a totally different and better driving experience. I love my car and I have put up with hell with bad dealer service and still can not let is go 4 years now daily driving it and i love every moment, my 2018 QV is fully modified and set up quite a bit different than stock and for me it is the absolute best sport sedan i ever owned. I have lots of QV content on my channel for anyone interested to learn more. AF

I’m 18 months into owning one. It’s been a great experience. No real issues, had one little niggle that was an easy DIY fix once I’d figured it out. The fact it has no 360 camera is not an issue at all, rear camera and front and rear sensors. If you can’t park it with them then you need to go back to driving school. The infotainment in the early cars is a bit crap but fit an aftermarket module to give Carplay and AA and it’s fine, though touch screen would have been a bonus. The sound is amazing, no GPF on mine so it’s louder and cracks on up and down shifts. The sound is unmistakable, there’s just nothing that sounds anything like the Q.

Driven a new M4 back to back with my 19' QV and no contest, Alfa all the way.

Always love Jay's reviews.. Plenty of info on the car and what he likes/dislikes about it. Here he shares his views on the fabulous looking Alfa Quadrifoglio. Shame that you can't spec a more interesting interior. I love it in the new electric green. A future classic? Definitely.

The infotainment could spontaneously combust on a regular basis and I wouldn't care. The manual book could come in a sandwich bag and I wouldn't care. The interior could rattle and squeek and I wouldn't care. Why wouldn't I care? Just look at it. Look at it. Stunning from every angle.

Superb review as always, I'm in the market for one - this is excellent, Jay - many thanks.

2017 owner here, Unbelievable piece of machinery. First sports sedan ever. Love it.

I have never understood why these KZfaq reviewers are so obsessed with Italian cars interiors. They love audis. Every time I jump in an Audi I feel like suicidal. I think Alfa interior looks amazing and it feels modern to me.

Never ask a pen to behave like a piece of paper. Alfas are excellent drivers cars and dont care about nonsensical luxury features. Alfas are fun to drive and thats their charm. If thats what you are lookimg for buy an alfa. If you want a technological luxury car buy a mercedes. If you want an a,azing sports sedan or cuv than buy the alfa.

Another great video James. Absolutely love the Giulia

Fab review. My mate bought one of these after a string of Imprezas. He loves it. Anyone else not got over the looks of the new M3 / M4?

The Giulia Q is sublime. Any petrolhead who has always dreamt of special but has budget only for good, watch the used prices for these.

James, hello from the Republic of Ireland and you've made ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO. Keep doin' what you're doin'.

Great video once again James.👍

I think it's the fair conclusion. Great review.

Fair review. Yes, the infotainment is a generation (or 2) behind but I think the relative lack of technology might make it more appealing in the long run. I completely agree with your criticisms regarding the lack of safety assists in race mode. A HUGE mistake imo. I disagree about the harshness of the ride. I've had a Golf R and a Cadillac ATS-V. They both had harsher rides (the golf's was probably due to the too large 19 inch wheels) Anyway, I absolutely love my MY 2O20 Rosso Competizione. I daily it and it makes me feel great every time I press the right pedal. And I LOVE the sound. The claps on the upshift are unlike any other. I hope to keep it forever.

Ah man that engine sound is lovely. Not obnoxious but a pleasant turbo rumble. Very similar to my 2022 M4

Brill review, one of your best, helped by a beautiful car!

I’ve had my Giulia since 2018. Love it. The driving dynamics is fantastic and I fall in love with the looks every time a look at it. And I’ve had close to zero problems. I did have to replace the rear brake discs this spring due to rust. But it’s my daily driver in salty winter roads Sweden so that’s no surprise. But I do agree that the dealerships stinks.

A 360 camera, so important it's listed as missing twice, yet, I've never needed one. Ever.

This was very good. A big thumbs up!

Awesome commentary!

Nobody looks to buy this Alfa, or any Alfa for its elegant interior or brilliant technology. They buy it because the way it looks, drives and makes you feel, connected with the car. It’s a pure pleasure to own and drive the Giulia QV 🍀

I was really surprised you didn't like the exhaust. I love it!

Just bought my Alfa Romeo giulia TI 2.0. a f****** love it. I came from a Cadillac CTS 2013. I've had a BMW I've had an Audi. This car blows mind.

interesting and engaged opinion. thumbs up, James

Hi James. I took delivery of an Guilia Quad about a month ago and agree with pretty much everything you said. Although I have "the disease" and this is actually my third, previously a 2000 GTV V6 coupe and a 2003 147 GTA. I would only have the Sparco seats and I can't understand anybody not liking them. They are game changing. They contour so nicely to your back and just like the seats in my other wheels, a 2020 Evora GT (I only mention because I know your experience!!) they completely change the feel of the car. I'm not so fussed and don't mind the interior to be honest. Quality is a lot better than earlier cars and as long as it has Android Auto, I'm happy. We don't have to deal with particulate filters here in the US so I don't mind the noise. Even so, because I have the "other disease" it is currently in the shop having an Ideal Race 2nd stage Ecu tune, downpipes and a full Remus Valved Exhaust which eliminates the center resonator but apparently PROMISES no drone, as well as slightly lowered springs (only .75 inch) and small spacers to improve the stance. What you said about 1st and 2nd gear does make a lot of sense. Come to think of it, I've been told my ECU will fix that while still remaining nicely progressive. Lets hope it doesn't send me backwards into a ditch!!

I had a 2018 and never had more fun in a 4 door car. It was only half a second slower than my 458. Wicked fast, and hugs the curves like gorilla glue. I put in the valve controller switch so even in normal mode it had the sound of Race, but with a safety net. I was only getting 15 mpg...... the 458 is 12mpg. The Yukon 14mpg. Don't wait go buy one.

My 2019 has fully adaptive headlights. They turn right and left and go up and down- amazing. They even have a side light that turns on at low speeds when turning 😁 I love this vehicle!

Loved the opening sixteen minute review(rant?), nice change up. Gorgeous car for sure.

You don`t buy an Alfa Romeo for the interior. You buy it for the feeling. You can`t have time to observe the interior except when she`s sitting in the garage. On the road, she`s there for you. It`s being built for the driver, there is an intimate relation with her. She`s like a simple, superbe woman with a simple dress at a select party. Simple and filled with mistery and power

im typically not a fan of v6 engines because most of them dont sound great. the old alfa busso v6 and the golf r32 are some of the few exceptions. this car in my opinion sounds very good for a modern v6.

I was looking at just a regular one but prices are still too high currently with no extra options. Living in a very sunny place the lack of sunroof is a deal breaker. I love this blue colour along with the red and green offered. Hopefully Android Auto or Apple Carplay can be easily retrofitted. Very nice review. Great video. Thank you for making this longer form content. 👍👍

Thank you for the incredible videos sir ❤

As an Alfa fan I completly agree, I feel the Giulia is the end of the road for Alfa. This will probably be the last pure (non hybrid/electric) mass production car they'll offer. Alfa's sport saloon swansong. What comes after might be faster and better but will it be as thrilling?

My mum drives the veloce and I've got the quadrifoglio. To say that they're not very different and or not easy to tell apart is just ridiculous. And it doesn't sound like a nice car? I've heard friends say they'd prefer to have it louder, but not one person I've met has felt it doesn't sound nice. This guy is trying so damn hard to nit pick it is cringing. I have racing seats in mine but again, I don't understand the criticism of the interior. I didn't buy a car to have an iPad the size of my head in it or over the top nonsense. The Quadrifiglio is clean and well put together inside, comfortable and has what you need. After all, I bought it for its styling, wonderful steering, speed and how fun it is on the track. If you want to sit there and compare every tiny bit to a BMW, Mercedes etc, then you don't quite get it. I also have a C63. They're totally different cars. You buy a car for what it is. If you just sit there comparing and contrasting every single damn thing, you will always be left feeling short changed no matter what you have.

Amazing video as always Jay 👍 Best wishes from a fan in Tasmania 😀

Admiration and respect ensue when I see a Giulia QF on the road in a sea of M3s. 4-door Ferrari, this ain’t - that’s the 8-cylinder Quattroporte.

When I was 18, my first car was almost a 164 but the ones around my price range where all torn apart, so I went with the Opala instead(in the end the Opala I bought was worse and Im still restoring it today, but I digress), after the 164, I never really liked any newer alfas, and until a couple of years ago I didnt even know about the new giulia and the stelvio... then I moved to italy, even with the ludicrous amount of cool cars here that I have never seen before back home, the giulia is aways one that when it passes by I think, "damn, thats a cool car, I want one." (And as you guessed, Im a JDM fan)

Quick and beautiful car. I love my 2018 QV in red.

The best 4 door sports sedan ever made. By far imo

Gorgeous machine!

I have a 2022 Giulia Ti and I am utterly in love with it. I can’t imagine how incredible this beauty would be

Grabbing this car all black soon. Excited

I fell in love with this car ever since Clarkson reviewed it on the grand tour.

Been fortunate enough to own lots of performance cars, my Stelvio QV was the best, I loved that thing.

former M4 owner (and former '17 QV owner), current '23 QV owner. great comprehensive video, thanks! No complaints about the M4 but i never got giddy walking up to it and then driving it. The smile on my face when i see the alfa, the ear to ear grin when i drive it and the looks it gets from others around town have not diminished from day one. that said, the '17 and the current one (already) have thrown many an error code...but it's the price you pay i suppose.

Got a chance to test a 2018 QF recently, and out of all the cars I’ve driven, it was the first one that made me feel like THIS IS IT. Never have I had that feeling before as soon as getting behind the wheel.

Over a year into mine, utterly and totally in love like never before with a car - usually a BMW man. Sorry, but I absolutely LOVE the interior of my car, compared to the normal boring generic BMW interiors I have had for years this has been a refreshing change, Sparco carbon seats are awesome - I prefer the normal ones for every day ownership tho.

Mad thing, love them.

Funky music Good moves Thanks for the video and stay safe ✌️

Great vid

It looks great and has a great engine... I'd take this over an M3!

I own a blue quad same as this . I have no idea why you don’t like the interior . Everyone whose sat in it says it looks stunning . It might Not be as flashy as a German car but Christ you do feel like your driving something special and then when you drive the thing you realise it is hands down the best thing on the market for the money . Pure adrenaline rush

1st review of this car that someone doesn't like the sound of it.Its a turbo v6 not an old school gtv v6, so I am not sure what you were expecting.I test drove one and I couldn't stop smiling while listening to the exhaust on D and Race mode.I agree about the lack of options on interior colours.Its a special car for sure.

Hi jay, am now seriously considering Buying one, after watching your.review. Its a bit more interesting than the bmw, Audi stuff. Great video. 👍

It looks, sounds and drives like a dream, Amazing car.

What a beautiful car this is despite the drawbacks. Italien through and though. I drove a new one out here in the SF Bay Area and my experience with the dealer was quite different than yours. They tossed me the keys and said, "See you later." I came back an hour later. I loved it. The dealer thought that I would buy it that day. I've owned two e46 M3s, including one with full Dinan mod, and I loved this car much more. It was mainly the Italien thing. So special. I could get one, in this blue shade, brand new, for $58k out the door. The driving position was not quite right for a person of my size, 6'3" and 220 lbs, but I could overlook that. I was tempted but already had my eye on a 997 Turbo to buy. Still, this car is in the back of my mind. It may still happen. In Corsa Red.

Right now,the best European car for the price!

Some of my neighbors have the Giulia. It's also great not to see either in boring black. Beautiful car.

Loved my better halfs alfa stelvio ti sport. It was totally reliable and a blast to drive. The alfas have a quality of fun in the driving experience that transcends the numbers etc. the interior was fine to me. I thought it was very nice inside. Im not too much of an snob in interiors..and if it was an issue? The aftermarket probably can improve qualities if thats important to you. Driving an alfa makes every drive fun. They build passion into their cars. Thats what alfa ownership is about

It is just amazing how beautiful that is. Add the performance and to me it beats all Germans in its price range. Also the view from the inside is actually quite good. I did not expect that given the narrow driver door entry. 🔥🏎🔥

I can only have one car, and I am looking for something what will try to match what I get from my Aprilia Tuono V4 1100RR. Pure pleasure of riding/driving and emotions. And it feels like Alfa might be a solution here. Nice one, thanks!

Thanks J, longer review on an Alfa, what's not to like?! Shame Alfa just can't iron out all the flaws. 🙏🙏

My dream car would be an new GTV6 (coupe) based on the Giulia Quadrifoglio.... I would buy a green one, red one and white one, just to celebrate...

It's one of the dream cars I wanted to get. The exhaust has that almost RB engine sound. $80,000USD though, I wished they offered a manual. From what I remembered, the prototype had a 7 speed manual. Not gonna knock the 8 speed ZF auto as some owners have said it's solid. I like the blue.

I am sorely tempted by one of these.. Currently in an XKR so power is identical, but the V8 just sounds glorious. Maybe in a year or two

I have owned mine since Jan 2017 and love it to bits

You give an engaging review, but many of your criticisms are unfairly negative. Please allow me to respond to some of your criticism. 1) “Reliability issues”: I own a 2018 QV for four years, and have had no issues. Just regular annual service; 2) “COST”, you state that the M3 COMP costs 10 K pounds more but consider it same price as the QV. No, the QV costs 10 K pounds less. Financing depends on many things and may vary by country. In Canada where I live, similar financing; 3) “things may fall out of the car”, this is not fair. I own the QV for 4 years, and my wife drives a 2018 Giulia for 4 years, and nothing has fallen off the car; 4) “break-by-wire system”, you have the right to dislike it, however, I have no issues with it on the highway, in city traffic or in parking. Just take the small amount of time to get used to the car and the breaking system. I have no problems going back and forth between my 2012 Audi Q5 (with regular breaks) and the QV. Like all cars, the driver needs to get used to a new car as soon as the car has been bought; 5) “infotainment system”, Mine came with AppleCar Play. I prefer the QV’s because of its simplicity and how it provides the info that I want without the flashy German graphics. For example, the latter requires choosing between an exhaustive list of variables for the driving modes (especially in BMWs) thus requiring experimentation on the options and wasting time with the menu selection. The QV provides the most optimal selection of the variables (obtained by expert engineers and drivers) for each mode and gets me engaged directly with the superb driver activities of the QV rather than wasting time switching through the menu maze; 6) “tires”. The Pirelli P0 CORSA tires that come standard on the QV are performance summer racing tires. I think everyone knows any pure racing tire from any brand requires appropriate warming up for optimal use. Were your comments derived after proper warming? Anyways, one can always change the tires to regular summer tires, eg. Pirelli P0 or other brands; 7) “nice engine noise only available on race mode” . As I did, ask the Alfa dealer. It takes 15 mins for the dealer to place a simple tie wrap at the exhaust to keep the RACE noise on at all times. No electronic mod is required. I can go on and on. However, my QV is a superb car for the track, traffic and easy to park. Perhaps, you may have less viewers if you avoid providing extravagant and, in my opinion, unfair remarks. I believe criticism must be justified by experience, as I have done above, with my own experiences with the car.

Looks so good.Sounds so good.Goes so good.

I'm on my 2nd QV, a 2018 and now a 2021. I foolishly sold my old one, but a perfect 2021 came along and I redeemed myself. I had zero problems with my 2018 and my 2021 has been flawless as well.

Every time I see one I get excited! Just a legend! However I do wish Alfa would do more to really showcase the brand! So so much potential!

Interesting review and quite different from my ownership experience. I've had my 2017 car for 18 months and 13K miles (previous car was a Lotus Exige) and I love it. I can only presume there must of been some suspension changes on the recent cars as I don't find my car uncomfortable at all. One thing they are generally praised for in reviews is the compliant ride and mine is certainly that in it's softest setting. They did also change the steering geo on the later cars. In N mode it's as easy to drive as any normal car but agree it is a shame you can't select Race mode but keep some assistance. A separate way to turn all the traction control etc off would be better. I took it over Europe in the summer and from motorways to alpine passes it did it all pretty damn well. On a steady motorway run 35+ MPG is easily possible. It's a bit odd to mention the weight of car (it seems to be an Italian thing to quote dry figures), then complain at the lack of 360 degree cameras, double glazing etc. It's a sports saloon not a luxury one. While the interior maybe not be the best quality, personally I really like the relatively simple design, and that it hasn't got all that touchscreen/haptic nonsense. It's logical and just works well - too many interiors now are overly fussy/complicated. Re the relative lack of options is true, but at least they are pretty well spec'd as standard (Porsche charge extra for cruise control, and Ferrari charge a fortune for CarPlay etc). On earlier models the exhaust did open in D mode but not until about 4K RPM. There are a couple of options though to have a switchable exhaust valve so you can have it fully open in any mode, all the time. I drove a newer car, with the optional akrapovic exhaust and it definitely seemed quieter than my 2017 car with the standard exhaust when the valves are open so maybe that's a GPF thing? Personally, I like the short gearing as it means you can use more of the revs more often and change gear more when hooning. 7th & 8th are pretty long though and ideal for cruising on the motorway etc. I totally agree about the brake pedal feel at low speed, it's probably the thing I dislike the most. Maybe I've been lucky but contrary to the Alfa stereotype, mine has been 100% reliable, nothing has falled off or broken, even my alcantara wheel isn't 'falling apart' after 20K miles :-) It's not without it's flaws but IMO it's got way more positives that negatives.

I got into my Giulia QV with low expectations, but truly this is one of the very best cars I have ever owned (and I have, and do own, a lot of cars). I can also confirm that this is a car you can genuinely drive to a track day in comfort, run competitive and enjoyable laps, and drive home again in complete comfort. I upgraded mine to full Akrapovic exhaust and the noise it makes is unreal kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ertyfbGT1c_aeIU.html

Thank you ❤

A note on the life of the platform and limited use - Dodge/Chrysler were supposed to use this platform to replace the ancient Charger/Challenger/300 platform, but for whatever reason that ended up not happening. Most of the big plans to 'fix' FCA and better unify the brands went down the toilet as soon as Sergio died. This platform would have had a lot more life to it along with support outside the Giulia if that would have happened.

Hi James. I have a Giulia Veloce which I often drive back to back with my F360 I don’t find any issues modulating the brake, it feels pretty good to me, progressive and predictable. Not noticeably worse than the Ferrari but admittedly not as good as my Lotus Evoras.

I Definitely don't agree with the criticism of the interior. It is way better than the German rivals. It has style and the overall package it's just as close as perfect as you can get