Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Estrema
Alfa Romeo presents the special edition Giulia and Stelvio "ESTREMA" in Hinwil, the headquarters of the Alfa Romeo F1 Team. The first global special edition "ESTREMA", which embodies the highest level of technological progress and dynamics, style and sportiness, offers equipment characteristics that put it at the top of the line.
Its official debut took place at the headquarters of the Alfa Romeo F1 team in Hinwil, Switzerland, where, in addition to headlights, Alfa Romeo and Sauber constantly cooperate on the basis of the exchange of know-how in the constant search for the best performance and innovation. sustainable technology is the key focus of the brand's new era.
Technical solutions and sportiness distinguish the Alfa Romeo brand.
The debut of Giulia and Stelvio MY22 "ESTREMA" is another step in the brand's sporty DNA. ESTREMA, the first special edition to be sold worldwide, is the perfect combination of sophisticated technical solutions and unique driving pleasure.
Alfa Romeo's new line strategy is now based on simplicity: the base trims Super and Ti have well-defined specifications to meet the needs of the most demanding customers, while two black and dark finishes Sprint and Veloce underline the brand's sporty character. ESTREMA is at the top of the range, hinting at a supersport version of the Quadrifoglio.
The model is designed for customers often referred to as "car purists" who constantly seek the thrill of driving and create the perfect "symbiosis" with them. He is a sophisticated buyer who pays less attention to the muscular silhouette of the car, and pays attention to the technical solutions that provide balance and exceptional driving dynamics. The new active suspension is offered as standard: thanks to its adaptability to conditions and driving style, it enhances driving comfort without compromising the driving pleasure offered by a sports car.
The Alfa Active Suspension control system manages the suspension and dampers, constantly working with CDC (Chassis Domain Control) and DNA, calibrating its actions in accordance with the selected mode. Also standard on the ESTREMA model is a mechanical self-locking differential, which guarantees high stability and controllability in all grip conditions, and distributes torque and traction also when exiting corners and at high speeds and accelerations.
Both outside and inside, the sporty character of the car comes to the fore, which is due, among other things, to the extensive use of carbon fiber. On the outside, the mirror housings are made of carbon fiber, and there is a "trilobo" in the front of the hood. Dark colors have a special "ESTREMA" badge on the bumper, 19" wheels for the Giulia and 21" for the Stelvio and brake calipers. The same strong sporting character can be seen in the carbon fiber interior with Alcantara® seats, a unique material that combines aesthetics and functionality.
Contrasting red stitching and leather inserts emphasize the exclusivity and sportiness of the instrument panel, seats and steering wheel. Giulia and Stelvio "ESTREMA" are equipped with a 2.0 Turbo petrol engine with 280 hp. or a 210 hp 2.2 Turbo diesel engine, both paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and Q4 all-wheel drive. All this is complemented by a 14-speaker Harman Kardon audio system.
Alfa Romeo and Formula 1 Sauber: strategic synergy for the future of the brand
The renewal of the partnership between Alfa Romeo and Sauber Motorsport in July 2021 is an expression of both parties' willingness to improve together. This strategic synergy aims to create an exciting future for the team and brand through a clear long-term plan. Because F1 is a great change lab, a hybrid strategy pioneer, a leader in big data and artificial intelligence management, and next-generation software development – these are the key areas for a brand like Alfa Romeo, for which technological excellence is a priority.
The headquarters of the Alfa Romeo F1 team is a breeding ground for new technologies, and the new Giulia and Stelvio "ESTREMA" are nowhere to be imagined but here, where the values of the two brands, such as technical excellence and the search for a symbiosis between man and car, are intertwined to achieve one common goal: maximum productivity.
At the company's headquarters in Hinwil, the present, boldly expressed in the ESTREMA special series, meets the vision of the future, creating strategic assets and constantly sharing technical knowledge.
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