Produced from 2013 to 2019, the 1.8-liter Alfa Romeo 960A1000 or 1.75 TBi engine was fitted to charged versions of the Giulietta model, which is highly favored in Europe. Underneath the hood of the Alfa Romeo 4C two-seater sports coupe is this power unit.
The TBi-engine line also includes: 939B1000.
Specifications
| Production years | 2013-2019 |
| Displacement, cc | 1742 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 241 |
| Torque output, Nm | 340 – 350 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 83 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 80.5 |
| Compression ratio | 9.25 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | on both shafts |
| Turbocharging | BorgWarner K04 |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.8 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2016) — city — highway — combined |
9.8 5.3 7.0 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~230 000 |
| Weight, kg | 125 |
The engine was installed on:
- Alfa Romeo 4C I (Type 960) in 2013 – 2019;
- Alfa Romeo Giulietta I (Type 940) in 2014 – 2018.
Disadvantages of the Alfa Romeo 960A1000 engine
This turbo engine has no unique issues and is highly dependable for such power;
Here, fuel is injected directly, and soot quickly overgrows the intake valves;
The lubricant change schedule has a significant impact on the turbine and hydraulic compensators’ resources;
Every 60,000 kilometers, the timing belt needs to be changed; if it breaks, the valves will bend. When driving very actively, oil consumption can frequently reach one liter per 1000 kilometers.