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Alfa Romeo has the new 2024 Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio Super Sport limited special series, a final, commemorative chapter for the twin-turbo V-6 Quadrifoglio models in Canada.
Limited globally to 275 units for Giulia and 175 for Stelvio – with only a very limited amount available in Canada – the Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio Super Sport models serve as ambassadors of the iconic sportiness, technical purity and advanced technology that have always positioned the Quadrifoglio models at the top of their respective segments for handling, power-to-weight and engaging driving experience. Super Sport models feature new black Quadrifoglio exterior badge, 3D red carbon-fibre trim in the dashboard, central console and door panels and front headrests with red logo stitching and black numbering to certify the exclusive series
“A milestone for all Alfisti, the new Super Sport is the ultimate expression of Quadrifoglio, represented by extremely limited volumes and bespoke design cues,” said Larry Dominique, SVP, head of Alfa Romeo North America. “While we look forward to the future of the four-leaf clover with the amazing performance benefits of electrification, the twin-turbo V-6 Super Sport is a fitting final chapter to the combustion engine Quadrifoglio in Canada, and we’re thrilled to bring an exclusive number to Alfisti in North America.”
A powerful personality is highlighted in the sporty exteriors of the new Quadrifoglio Super Sport models. To make this special limited series unique, Alfa Romeo Centro Stile reinterpreted the Quadrifoglio logo, a symbol that has long identified the most extreme performance for the model, changing the background colour from white to black, giving more boldness to the iconic coat of arms. Further, extensive use of carbon fibre, visible on the roof (optional on Giulia only), in the “V” of the grille shield and on the sideview mirror caps, accentuates the dark five-hole alloy wheels (19-inch for Giulia, 21-inch for Stelvio) and black Brembo brake calipers.
The same level of race-inspired sportiness can be found in the interior, where 3D red carbon-fibre trim makes its debut in the dashboard, centre console and door panels. The front headrests are embroidered with the “Super Sport” logo in red and the car’s number in black to distinguish them as part of the exclusive limited series. The steering wheel is upholstered in leather and Alcantara with black stitching and carbon-fibre accents.
The Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio Super Sport models are available in the following liveries: three-layer Rosso Etna, metallic Nero Vulcano and Bianco Alfa (Giulia only). Available options include an exposed carbon-fibre roof for Giulia and a dual-pane sunroof for Stelvio.
The 2.9-litre twin-turbo all-aluminum V-6 engine, featuring a compact 90-degree layout, delivers 505 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque and is combined with the mechanical limited-slip differential derived from the Giulia GTA. As a result of specific tuning from the GTA, this important technical solution contributes to the improvement of the vehicle’s behaviour and traction, by optimizing torque transfer and increasing stability, agility and cornering speed.
The Quadrifoglio Super Sport models also feature a carbon-fibre driveshaft, four-mode Alfa DNA Pro selector, Chassis Domain Control (CDC) and aluminum column-mounted paddle shifters, with the Stelvio adding the innovative Q4 all-wheel-drive (AWD) system for additional driving confidence and superior control. Performance is breathtaking: the Giulia Quadrifoglio Super Sport is capable of 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds and a top speed of 307 km/h, with the Stelvio Quadrifoglio Super Sport reaches those marks in 3.6 seconds and 283 km/h, respectively.
Canadian pricing starts at $109,535 ($106,740 MSRP plus destination) for the 2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Super Sport and $116,485 ($113,690 MSRP plus destination) for the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio Super Sport . Available for order now, the Quadrifoglio Super Sport models will arrive at Alfa Romeo dealerships in fall 2024.
