Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.9 V6 Bi Turbo Quadrifoglio auto 2017

The ideal choice when head and heart can’t agree.

If your sensible side demands a family-friendly four-door saloon with a big boot, but your devilish inner self craves power and drama, the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio could be the answer to your prayers.

Presented in Competizione Red tri-coat metallic paint, with carbon fibre highlights and subtle Italian-inspired decals, it has the unmistakable stance of a high-performance saloon. Striking 19-inch QV Classic alloys and yellow brake calipers complete the picture.

Under the bonnet lies a Ferrari-derived 2.9-litre V6 bi-turbo, producing 510 hp and 600 Nm of torque. Press the big red button on the flappy-paddle-equipped steering wheel and it fires into life with a ferocious blast, amplified by a switchable Milltek exhaust system.

Performance is equally thrilling: 0–62 mph in just 3.9 seconds, and a suggested top speed of 191 mph – serious numbers for a car with a family-friendly brief.

Inside, luxury and sport meet with a cabin trimmed in leather and Alcantara, punctuated by carbon fibre and detailed green and white stitching. The front seats are 8-way electrically adjustable, heated, and include driver memory, complemented by a heated steering wheel. Practical touches include front and rear parking sensors, a reversing camera, and Alfa Connect infotainment with navigation, DAB radio, and an 8-speaker sound system. Dual-zone automatic air conditioning and cruise control add further comfort for daily driving.

Beneath the surface, it’s packed with technology for the ultimate ride and handling: Active Aero, Alfa DNA Pro with Race Mode, active suspension, Chassis Domain Control, and active torque vectoring.

First registered in November 2016 as a 2017 model year car, it boasts a history file indicating five previous services. Williams Crawford has just completed a sixth – a major service including new spark plugs and brake fluid change.

The Quadrifoglio is not just a car – it is a blend of speed, style, and pure Italian emotion.