It is expected Alfa Romeo will reveal a concept version of the “4C” – a sporty little sister to the stunning Alfa Romeo 8C – as a part of its 100th anniversary celebrations in August this year.
US website AutomobileMag has published a rendering of a roadster version of the 4C after talking with a company insider at Fiat headquarters.
“The 8C has been a very successful halo car. What we need next is a more affordable follow-up model that spreads the message over a wider customer base,” the source said. Don’t expect the 4C to be a supercar though, if rumours are anything to go by. It is expected the 4C will share the 8C’s curves and its rear-wheel drive layout, although its platform is unknown at this stage. Power is tipped to come from a high-performance four-cylinder engine, most likely turbocharged, which may deliver around 180 kW.
It is believed both convertible and coupe versions will go into production, with run of 5 000 expected to be made. Pricing is estimated at around the R500 000 mark or US$68 500.
