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Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive

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SedanPetrolManualFWDYear 2002G
226
Horsepower · 166 kW
7.8s
0–100 km/h
243
km/h top speed
12.5
l/100 km

The Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive is a sedan powered by a petrol engine delivering 226 hp (166 kW).

Updated Jun 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.8 s and reaches a top speed of 243 km/h. Drive is routed to the front-wheel-drive axle via a manual.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 12.5 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 298 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 2002 as part of the Alfa Romeo 166 (1998-2003) generation, and sits alongside 16 other variants in this generation. It is both the most powerful and the quickest-accelerating variant of this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive?

The Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive produces 226 hp (166 kW).

How fast does the Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive?

The top speed of the Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive is 243 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive?

The Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive has a combined fuel consumption of 12.5 l/100 km.

What are the CO₂ emissions of the Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive?

The Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive emits 298 g/km of CO₂.

What transmission does the Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive have?

The Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive is equipped with a Manual transmission.

Is the Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive?

The Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive has a 2,959 cc engine with 6 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive?

The Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive produces 275 Nm of torque.

When was the Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive introduced?

The Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V Distinctive was introduced in 2002.

Across generations

Other Alfa Romeo 166 generations