Own one nearly a year now. Its a 2019. Zero problems so far. It has 19k miles now. Had 3 M3s before the giulia. Its definitely more supercar like than an M car.
@snakeplissken66600
Жыл бұрын
Went from M4 to Alfa quad and never looked back . The quad is in a league of its own . No contest
@kevind2760
Жыл бұрын
I've had my 2018 Giulia QV for five years and I also own a 999.1 GTS and a 997.2 GT3. The QV gives me more joy at the end of the day. More than the Ferraris, BMW M3, M5, and CLS55 and SL55 AMG. I love it. And it's been super dependable.
@Finguz39
Жыл бұрын
What driving is all about :)
@nessuno5403
Жыл бұрын
A quasi good review except for the dumb "unreliable" claim, inaccuracies and no mention this is a first production series? But the cherry on top is claiming an F82 CS has better steering and the edge? Nurburgring time of 7:38 vs Giulia's 7:32. Nuff said (from an F87C owner).
@aHumanCookiee
Жыл бұрын
No mention that the Giulia is a far more comfortable vehicle too.. you know, for the days when you aren't doing 200mph on the M62 Preston turnoff thinking it's a race track
@mattbettany1174
Жыл бұрын
20 years in the motor trade , I’ve worked for Audi , BMW , VW and Fiat and Alfa and believe me the Germans break down and are just as problematic. The main difference is the superior dealer network helps to hide and smooth over those issues. I’ve just daily driven my 1988 Alfa Sprint Green Cloverleaf for 12 months and it’s been more reliable than my BMW 3 series and A6 Avant ! Don’t fall into usual car journo trap of Alfa cliches. And yes you absolutely must own an Alfa at some point to be a true petrolhead . But I’m talking about an original Alfa pre Fiat days . There you will get the true Alfa experience. Btw , the G in Quadrifoglio is silent 😉 other than that it was a good video 👍
@DrivenPlus
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt! I didn’t know the G was silent! Glad you enjoyed it 👍👍
@a004
Жыл бұрын
No, the side vents are functional. All aero on this car is real and functional. Unlike BMW and Merc
@-Diceman
Жыл бұрын
sounds like a bit of beamer bias to me
@gfall9780
Жыл бұрын
I am very surprised you made a comparive review of the Giulia Quadrifoglio (QF) to the M3 1) without even trying the Race Mode in the QF and then 2) make negative comments about Giulia's realibility ("Alfa breakdown") without using any real current data. Giulia basic and QF reliability has been excellent. Just read the reviews of owners and not only the so-called experts who have never really driven a current Alfa for long periods nor owned one. I drive a QF and my wife drives a Giulia, both 2018. NO Reliability ISSUES. By the way, the RACE mode is spectacular and really beats the M3. - just try it. Because of these two major errors, yours is a very, very unfair review trying to compare the QF to the M3 or your M4.
@serafingonzalezburgos7190
5 ай бұрын
Yo tengo un alfa giulia del 2016. Nada de averías eso sí, lo llevo al servicio oficial alfa romeo. Nada de amigos o conocidos mecanicos😊😊
@alessandroroveda2859
25 күн бұрын
Sono i soliti stereotipi sulle auto italiane
@24tommyst
Жыл бұрын
Reminder: this is not just derived from any Ferrari engine, but from the F154, which won International Engine of the Year four years in a row.
@bpp325
Жыл бұрын
An M4 is an iPad on wheels. Yeah it does all you ask it to do but...an Alfa is a drivers machine, any way you look at it and you make it do what you want it to do without any electronics to make the decision.
@barrynevison9472
Жыл бұрын
Nice overall review. Like a few others have noted the jibe at Alfa Romeo reliability is not really fair and just perpetuates a perception that unfairly puts many people off from considering the brand. The Giulia has been out for 6 years now and apart from some early glitches which were quickly ironed out, I believe the car has held up very well compared to other highly reputed brands. From my own perspective as a Giulia owner, I have never owned a noticeably more reliable car. I think if you are going to lob the reliability grenade into the review it would be good to temper this with actual data.
@fskof
Жыл бұрын
Agree. Also most of the early problems were caused by faulty batteries. Replace the battery and the problems went away.
@ianlee487
Жыл бұрын
Totally agree but what do you expect from a bmw driver
@24tommyst
Жыл бұрын
Is it better than the M3? No. Would I pick it any day over the M3? Yes. That is what passion-infused cars do to the soul.
@tigerpjm
Жыл бұрын
The side vent is not fake. Everything in this car is real. No simulated sound like in a BMW. Just you, the car and the road.
@RB-lt8kt
4 ай бұрын
I owned an Alfa and it was a rusty 33 boxer 1.3 with twin carbs (yes I am old) but it was a real drivers car. I bought it off a mate who owned a MK1 gti who quicly regretted selling it as he was amazed that the Alfa left his Golf standing. The Alfa was so quick off the mark it scared many Ford Escort RS turbo drivers and embarrassed a few at traffic lights. Sadly rust killed it and in my early 50's considering a Giulia Veloce. Owned several hot hatches (one of the first UK I30N cars and an Audi S3 which had no soul) but still miss the Italian electrical fires, head gasket leaks, oil leaks and breakdowns.
@adamprint644
12 күн бұрын
The Alpha has a real soul.
@tsnaha
Жыл бұрын
Meanwhile 40,000 miles on my quadrifoglio and hasnt broke down stop living in the past
@rmle23
Жыл бұрын
Much better then a M3!
@bhBlacky82
8 ай бұрын
btw... about alfa and fiat breakdowns.. this was maybe 15+ years ago.. but since chrisler owns them as of 2007.. the build quality is for sure industry standard or even above..
@BrianW1612
6 күн бұрын
The side vents aren't fake.
@jamesmartinwyatt
Ай бұрын
The photography on this channel is beautiful. The "result" predictable, though everyone is entitled to an opinion. As a Quadrifolio owner (see what I did with the spelling there to help the pronunciation??) the only M3 or M4 that appeals to me since the (probably all modified aka ruined by now) E36, is the V8 engined E9X. Even then I prefer the coupe bodyshape yet its just a bit too..... drug dealer. And - unfashionably - I don't see that as a plus. It also has a very cheap feeling interior, not so different to the E91 330i I had, and that's a shame - I guess they spent all the money on the engine. But that V8 engine............ I may have to have one one day. The Quadrifoglio engine has more character than the other modern turbos it is up against, but older NA engines just have a lot more soul and a very different sound.
@tumimokoena4404
Жыл бұрын
Learn to think for yourself, bro. That recycled 'Alfas breakdown' story is tired. Try something else. You probably haven't even owned one in your life.
@DrivenPlus
Жыл бұрын
Learn to take a joke. And if I wanted one, I would’ve had one.
@tumimokoena4404
Жыл бұрын
@DrivenPlus then, don't pass comments based on Alfa Romeo unfounded clichés. My 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 Sportwagon is more reliable than my recently sold 2011 Audi S5 that broke down more than I care to remember. Take this as a constructive criticism, you are not doing bad hence a bunch of us subscribed to your channel.
@DrivenPlus
Жыл бұрын
@@tumimokoena4404understand, was I a little harsh on the Alfa? Yes I was. But I was comparing against my M4cs which is unfair comparison I understand. Put it this way, I’d have one over a regular M3. Thank you for the feedback 👊
@tumimokoena4404
Жыл бұрын
@@DrivenPlus it's all love from my end bud. You've got a beautiful channel going. All the best!
@dickieblench5001
Жыл бұрын
4 door Ferrari
@kevind2760
Жыл бұрын
And the M3 is a super-uptight car that seems larger than the QV
@albertotaiocchi
2 ай бұрын
Low level video with wrong infos… for example: side vents are real, not fake. Suspensions have 3 modes, not two.
@warburgaby
10 ай бұрын
Why the "?" ? 😇
@keithronson2624
Жыл бұрын
BMW can " sleep.easy". M3 or M4 every time. Good channel! All the best!
@DrivenPlus
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@keithronson2624
Жыл бұрын
@@DrivenPlus Like your down to earth style of reviews and by expressing your opinion without " fear" of backlash from the brands or diehard devotees. Looking forward to many more reviews.
@DrivenPlus
Жыл бұрын
@@keithronson2624thanks Keith! Just say it as it is I say 💪🏻 we’ve got some more on the way…
@tsnaha
Жыл бұрын
Right up to nurburgring times bullshit review didn't put in race mode but probably better its not designed for shit drivers
@mr.2cents.846
6 ай бұрын
That's good. Because without faith in Jesus you can't get into heaven. If I had money, this car would be a no-brainer.
@jonathankarakas5354
Жыл бұрын
bad decision mate...
@simeonivanov3507
Жыл бұрын
Its good ,but is not as good as the Germans. Audi rs 4 ,c 63 amg and Bmw m3 are better in anything.
@theLEGOguy22
Жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
@ianlee487
Жыл бұрын
Ha ha ha there's some german garbage owners on u tube spitting there dummies out
@serafingonzalezburgos7190
5 ай бұрын
Casi creo que estas confundido. Deberías de estudiar ingeniería. El alfa es menos pesado por el aluminio. Las configuración de suspensiones mejor el alfa por sus dobles triángulos. El peso va más bajo el moto y peso centrado r. El árbol de transmisión carbono y el chasis el que menos pesa. Yo tengo uno, el mío del 2016 nada de averías. En lo único que gana el BMW es que la pantalla central es mejor porque la pagas aparte y el acabado de supuestas pieles 1 si compras el extra es un poco mejor BMW te toma el pelo😊
@salvatoretortellone6744
9 ай бұрын
beautifull car
@DrivenPlus
9 ай бұрын
It sure is!
@hymnofashes
Жыл бұрын
I bought a quadrifoglio today after waiting 6 years to finally be able to afford it, and find the right deal. It is a thoughtfully designed car, with fantastic versatility from the drive modes, beautiful inside and out, with excellent road feedback, handling, and steering ratio, and brutishly powerful on demand. It also suits me personally in its aesthetics and ergonomics. I get the feeling that, even at its 84k USD price point (new,) it was a car that was lovingly and defiantly designed, probably with the hope- but not the expectation- that it would ever achieve profitability given the pedigree and market penetration of its German counterparts. I haven't owned an M3 so I don't have any basis for an objective comparison driving-wise, but my car is, subjectively, fucking awesome. It comes down to beauty and agency over your driving experience. It's like the designers were really thinking "the driver wants to have control over this; how do we give them the maximum amount of control in the most straightforward way?" and if it's something where you're not making a decision, then you don't have to bother with it, and it's taken care of behind the scenes. If you just want to get from point A to point B, buy a Prius. If you want to feel important, buy a Bentley or a Rolls. If you want a lot of tech to fiddle with, go for a Benz. And if you want the stats, I think the BMW has a slight edge. But if you want to feel young and strong and smart again...
@fskof
Жыл бұрын
This was painful to watch. Typical amateur car journalist Alfa cliches. Also the G in Quadrifoglio is silent.
@alansorbie4038
Жыл бұрын
Amazing cars. I remember looking at a new one a few years ago for £65k and thinking I’ll get one in a few years when they’re cheap. They’ve held onto their value though!
@DrivenPlus
Жыл бұрын
They really are great cars!
@aHumanCookiee
Жыл бұрын
Same here
@marcelhandsome6042
Жыл бұрын
Just to remind the general public Alfa Romeo is the creator and inventor of the sports saloon! and that will never change! the original! authentic! and best!
@rlsedition
Жыл бұрын
No, the interior layout IS NOT like the latest BMW Ms - it doesn't bury often used controls in a digital screen. BMW Ms are not only ugly and too large, but the ride is too firm unless on perfect pavement and the steering is devoid of feel. BMW has gone for big power, (and kudos to them for their engines) but have given up on a car that's fun-to-drive.
@DrivenPlus
Жыл бұрын
I wasn’t comparing this to the latest G8X series M cars. It was the F8X cars 👍
@rlsedition
Жыл бұрын
@@DrivenPlus Why would you compare a new Alfa to the outdated M cars? I can't buy a new one like I can the current Quadrifoglio.
@DrivenPlus
Жыл бұрын
@@rlsedition because the previous generation M3 is it’s rival…😂🤷🏻♂️
@rlsedition
Жыл бұрын
@@DrivenPlus Maybe if we're talking used cars the older-gen M3/M4 would be the QV's rival, but we're talking a new QV, aren't we? The current G80 M3/M4 is what the BMW salesman would point you to if you asked about a new 3 series super sedan.
@DrivenPlus
Жыл бұрын
@@rlsedition the QV in the video is 2017
@ianlee487
Жыл бұрын
I was really enjoying this reveiw untill the usual it had to come out reliability. But what did I expect coming from a bmw owner.try looking at the reliability of BMW the giulia quadrifoglio and standard giulia are far better than any German garbage
@DrivenPlus
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Ian
@philcliffe6909
Жыл бұрын
I can't believe people are still pronouncing 'Quadrifoglio' like a tard.
@Gazza-zg2tr
7 ай бұрын
Been in the motor trade owned lots of nice cars BMWS Nissan GTRS,RS500 coworths,Ferraris,Porsche.In my opinion this guy is wrong he drove the Alfa for a day or maybe a bit longer the Alfa is special im on my second one this car is the nuts.I thimk this guy is a BMW Fan boy.lol.
@simongl1985
Жыл бұрын
The Alfa breaking down comments are really getting old…. Its just not true anymore, just go look at golf 6 gti issues, or the mention bmw f80 engine issues….
@timothybracken1728
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful video production guys, just discovered your video! No one else is doing a new video on the QV! Love the work, great video !!
@DrivenPlus
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Thatcardude207
7 ай бұрын
I owned a 2017 for three years and now own a 2023 in Montreal green color its on my channel. I will keep this second one for possibly forever. its my favorite car in the garage. I love the lively fun drive and also can be pretty fuel conservative on highway in cruise control in A mode. I enjoy driving it more than my Huracan Tecnica and GT3RS.
@francescotomasino2
Жыл бұрын
Top speed of 191 my friend
@Thatcardude207
7 ай бұрын
Yeah and not sure why you would pick a M4 over this. M4 sounds like a diesel generator, fake sounds pumped through the speakers, has dead space in the steering, steering ratio is 14 to 1 so less direct than alfa, the acceleration is more linear and smoother than M4 and the handling is much better. This car will be a legend in 20 years from now. While no one will remember the current M4.
@neillee9410
4 ай бұрын
I sold my QV because it was NOT that good in the tight twisty stuff. Too soft and floaty. Plus the steering is fast but not much feel ,,,,,
@Chuck-tq3kq
4 ай бұрын
That’s a beauty
@dannyrobbo
Жыл бұрын
Great video mate. Glad you got to do one before she sold. Shame you didn’t get into race mode as that brings the car alive but big consequence if you get it wrong.
@DrivenPlus
Жыл бұрын
Cheers Dan
@TWHISPERER
Жыл бұрын
What generation is your M4 though? F80? G80? You have a good voice for these videos, your voice works well dude. Now, I just wish that you put the pedal to the metal, but otherwise, a decent video
@DrivenPlus
Жыл бұрын
F82 CS, not the fairest of comparisons. Thank you man 🤝 note taken 👍
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