Review and specifications
2020 Alfa Romeo 4C
Alfa's 4C is a super-light two-seat, mid-engine sports car for people who live more for the track than their commute. In concept it resembles the departed Lotus Elise, but with slightly more creature comforts. It weighs only about 2,500 pounds. The 4C is powered by a 1.7-liter turbo four that cranks out 237 hp and uses a dual-clutch six-speed automated manual that can be shifted manually. With its feather-like weight, low center of gravity, and race car-like weight distribution, the 4C is a pure sports car that's fun to drive, with superlative handling. However, the unassisted steering requires a high effort at low speeds, visibility is challenging, and access is arduous. A Spider version is available with a removable fabric roof panel.
- Market value
- $67,150
- Fuel
- Conventional
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Seats
- 2
At a glance
Model data
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- convertible
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Sequential, 6-speed
- Category
- Sports cars 2-seat
- Generation began
- 2015
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $67,150 - $67,150
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 24 MPG
- EPA highway
- 34 MPG
- EPA combined
- 28 MPG
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 157 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 47 in
- Wheelbase
- 94 in
- Weight
- 2,465 lb
- Maximum load
- 340 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 2 people
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 1/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
- SmartWay
- No
Brand context
About Alfa Romeo
Like many cars in the brand’s history, the best of the modern Alfa Romeos are agile, powerful, and have exhaust noises that enthusiasts will enjoy. Most models also have unusual details that can be either endearing or annoying—for example, a B-pillar set far enough forward to inhibit entry, exit, and visibility. For the U.S. market, Alfa sells a sporty sedan and small SUVs. All are generally fun to drive, with sharp handling and quick power. Their exterior and interior design helps distinguish them from other higher-volume luxury brands. These benefits are weighed down by odd controls and below-average predicted reliability, which also makes used models difficult to recommend.
Vehicle ID: 16023 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025
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