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2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia is the new Ti Sport Carbon trim, which adds carbon-fiber details to the four-cylinder Ti Sport. This is otherwise a light update focused on appearance and packaging, not a redesign or major mechanical change.
About the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia
1st generation (Type 952), third U.S. model year, before the larger 2020 interior and technology refresh.
Alfa Romeo positions the Giulia as a driver-first luxury sport sedan: quick steering, strong turbo power, light-weight construction, and Italian styling matter more here than sheer gadget count. Against rivals like the BMW 3 Series, Audi A4, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the Giulia’s main draw is how lively and connected it feels on the road. Even in non-Quadrifoglio form, it is sold as a sports sedan first and a luxury sedan second.
The 2019 lineup ranges from the straightforward 280-hp base Giulia to the comfort-focused Ti Lusso and the more athletic Ti Sport. The new Ti Sport Carbon stands out with real carbon-fiber exterior and cabin trim, while the 505-hp Quadrifoglio remains the dedicated high-performance model with a twin-turbo V6, adaptive suspension, and carbon-fiber body pieces.
What changed, by category
Styling
The Ti Sport Carbon joins the lineup with dark 19-inch wheels and carbon-fiber trim on the grille surround, mirror caps, side skirts, and interior. The broader lineup gains new dark-accent and carbon-fiber appearance packages, while the Quadrifoglio receives anodized brake calipers with red Alfa Romeo script.
Structural
The Quadrifoglio gains a 40/20/40 split-folding rear seat and a center rear headrest, improving cabin flexibility.
2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 2.9 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 17 mpg | 24 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 33 mpg | 33 mpg | 33 mpg | 33 mpg | 33 mpg | 24 mpg | 33 mpg |
| Horsepower | 280 hp | 280 hp | 280 hp | 280 hp | 280 hp | 505 hp | 280 hp |
| Torque | 306 lb-ft | 306 lb-ft | 306 lb-ft | 306 lb-ft | 306 lb-ft | 443 lb-ft | 306 lb-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.1 in | 35.1 in | 35.1 in | 35.1 in | 35.1 in | 35.1 in | 35.1 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||||
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| Park Assist | |||||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||||||
| Fog Lights | |||||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||||
| Navigation System | |||||||
| Premium Audio | |||||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||||
| Subwoofer | |||||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | |||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||||
| Leather Seats | |||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||||
| Remote Start | |||||||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
The biggest change is the addition of the Ti Sport Carbon trim. It builds on the Ti Sport with dark wheels and real carbon-fiber details inside and out, but it keeps the same 280-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine.
Was the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia redesigned?
No, the 2019 Giulia was not redesigned. It remains part of the first-generation Giulia lineup, and its updates center on a new trim, appearance packages, and a few changes to the Quadrifoglio.
Did the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia get a new engine?
No, the 2019 Giulia did not receive a major engine change. Most trims retain the 280-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, while the Quadrifoglio retains its 505-hp twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter V6.
What does the 2019 Giulia Ti Sport Carbon add?
The 2019 Giulia Ti Sport Carbon adds 19-inch dark wheels, a carbon-fiber grille surround, carbon-fiber mirror caps and side skirts, and carbon-fiber interior trim. Its sport front seats have adjustable side bolsters and manual thigh support.
What changed on the 2019 Giulia Quadrifoglio?
The 2019 Giulia Quadrifoglio gains anodized brake calipers with red Alfa Romeo script, plus a 40/20/40 split-folding rear seat and a center rear headrest. Its 505-hp twin-turbo V6 carries over.
2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia
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“It has no spare tire. I do not like that. The gas cap release does not always work. The radio system is not easy to use”
“Great ride, and power. Similar to GO-KART sensation. Well balanced. Having driven GO-KART's, and done Open Wheel driving the sensation brings back the adrenaline. Never to old to enjoy your passions.”