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Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio celebrate 100 years of iconic Quadrifoglio

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Alfa Romeo pays homage to the legend of the Quadrifoglio with 100 exclusive cars and celebrations at the place where history began, in Sicily, where the Targa Florio rally took place. On April 15, 2023, it will be 100 years since the Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio symbol debuted on the racing version of the RL at the 14th Targa Florio.

100th anniversary of the new Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio

It is on this special anniversary that Alfa Romeo introduces the new Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio models in an exclusive "Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversario" anniversary edition. Limited to just 100 pieces (both Giulia and Stelvio), this special edition is the result of centuries of research into the technical excellence of racing and production cars. Iconic character, technical cleanliness and technology combine to put these vehicles at the top of their segments, with class-leading handling and power-to-weight ratio for an immediate and exciting, one-of-a-kind Alfa Romeo driving experience. This edition is full of new features: anniversary logos, exclusive design elements and a host of technologies thanks to matrix adaptive full LED headlights and a new digital instrument cluster with a "telescopic" design.

To celebrate a century of pure sporty elegance, Quadrifoglio returns to its homeland of Sicily. It was this island that Alfa Romeo chose as the backdrop for a commemorative photo shoot, which, in addition to tradition, emphasizes the Italian "great beauty" and the origin of "Made in Italy". This is a journey that, after a hundred years, does not end, but is constantly reborn, taking both models with the Quadrifoglio logo into a brighter future, paying tribute to the successes of the past.

Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio celebrate 100 years of iconic Quadrifoglio

Origins of the Quadrifoglio legend

The iconic Quadrifoglio symbol is a symbol of the noble Italian sporty elegance that has always been synonymous with the brand's highest performance vehicles. This was true not only of the models that competed on the racetrack, but also of the most powerful and exclusive road versions of Alfa Romeo. On the occasion of the brand's 100th anniversary, this symbol appears in a new anniversary version. Alfa Romeo's Centro Stile has attempted to translate it into a modern style, bringing the iconic logo into the future of the brand while maintaining its solidity and elegance. In addition, the color scheme of the four-leaf clover has been slightly altered, referring to the great cars and famous race victories that have entered the collective imagination.

The historic symbol Quadrifoglio has accompanied Alfa Romeo's racing and industrial history from the very beginning. It was created on April 15, 1923 on the occasion of the 14th edition of one of the oldest car races in the world, the Targa Florio. - a prestigious event that at the beginning of the last century turned Sicily into one of the most famous "salons" in Europe.

Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio celebrate 100 years of iconic Quadrifoglio

The intense and extremely demanding race was one of the most important milestones of the time for the drivers and was able to launch individual car models and even entire brands. Therefore, the 1923 Sicilian race was very important for Alfa Romeo, which for the occasion developed a special version of its RL model and attracted talented racers.

As a result, Hugo Sivocci, the famous racing driver of the time, won thanks to his skill and a series of chance events, and the Quadrifoglio logo (four-leaf clover) became a symbol of the sportiness of Alfa Romeo models and has appeared on the hood of all racing cars since then. The victory propelled Alfa Romeo to the pinnacle of excellence among carmakers, continually linking the Quadrifoglio symbol to the brand's legendary performance and ushering in a string of outstanding achievements for unforgettable drivers. Since the first Grand Prix championship in 1925, through the Mille Miglia, Targa Florio and 24 Hours of Le Mans, the brand has dominated the international racing scene.

Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio celebrate 100 years of iconic Quadrifoglio

100 years since the birth of Giulia Quadrifoglio

However, soon the lucky symbol began to designate exclusive road models. The green Quadrifoglio badge first appeared on the road-going Giulia Sprint GT Veloce. and started a tradition that continues to this day. These are the most powerful versions in the brand's lineup and have been developed for customers who are automotive enthusiasts and passionate about sports driving.

Limited edition of only 100 pieces

The limited edition Giulia and Stelvio "Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversario" is the result of centuries of research leading to perfect technical solutions applied to racing cars and production models. V6 engine power increased to 520 hp (for European, UK and Chinese markets) and the engine is paired with a mechanical self-locking differential, first introduced in this special edition. This is an important technical solution that, thanks to a special tuning taken from the design experience of Giulia GTA, increases the agility and sportiness of the car, improves traction and optimizes the transmission of torque, improves stability, agility and cornering speed.

Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio celebrate 100 years of iconic Quadrifoglio

100 years since the birth of Giulia Quadrifoglio

Best-in-class driving dynamics thanks to the use of ultra-light materials such as aluminum for the engine and carbon fiber for the driveshaft, hood, spoiler and side skirts. On the Giulia, active aerodynamics are enhanced by a retractable carbon fiber lower spoiler on the front bumper: when activated, it controls the quality of the airflow passing under the vehicle, increasing stability and performance. In addition, the Akrapovich exhaust system gives the exhaust a unique unique sound.

Appearance is distinguished by attractive lines and character

The main change in the appearance of the Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio was the matrix headlights, now common to the entire model range. These are 3+3 adaptive headlights with a new Full-LED matrix that automatically adjusts the light beam according to the driving situation for optimal illumination in all conditions, guaranteeing energy savings, a significant increase in safety and less strain on the eyes. Polished 5-hole sports wheels - 19" for the Giulia and 21" for the Stelvio - are available with new exclusive gold-coloured brake calipers. The 100th anniversary badge of the iconic Quadrifoglio, placed on the side front wheel arches of both models, has the same noble touch.

Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio celebrate 100 years of iconic Quadrifoglio

100 years since the birth of Stelvio Quadrifoglio

The unique sporty character of the Giulia and Stelvio is further emphasized by the carbon fiber grille and exterior mirror caps. Buyers can choose from three exterior colors: Rosso Etna Red, Verde Montreal Green and Nero Vulcano Black.

The same sporty character is carried over into the interior, which features an exclusive combination of black leather and Alcantara, complemented by new exclusive gold stitching and innovative 3D carbon fiber trim for the instrument cluster, center tunnel and door panels. On the dashboard, next to the gold Quadrifoglio emblem, there is a decorative inscription with the number "100". The leather and Alcantara steering wheel is adorned with black stitching and carbon inserts.

Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio celebrate 100 years of iconic Quadrifoglio

100 years since the birth of Stelvio Quadrifoglio

Whether it's the exclusive exterior design, technology or built-in connectivity, all of the above are designed to provide an unmistakable Alfa Romeo driving experience. For example, the new instrument cluster features a historic "telescopic" design that debuts a new 12.3-inch TFT touchscreen that puts all vehicle information and options related to autonomous driving technologies at your fingertips. The instrument panel can be modified to suit your preferences with three configurations available across the entire Alfa Romeo range: Evolved, Relax and Heritage, or, for the first time exclusively in the Quadrifoglio version, the exclusive "Race" configuration.

The "Race" configuration collects on the central screen the main information that every driver always wants to have under control: tachometer, speedometer and gearshift indicator for manual driving with aluminum paddles. The style can be customized with additional information in the side clock, including current settings and performance information.

Source: Alfa Romeo/Stellantis

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Alfa Romeo Giulia и Stelvio празднуют 100-летие культовой версии Quadrifoglio
Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio celebrate 100 years of iconic Quadrifoglio