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Chrysler let slip the names to two upcoming Alfa Romeo models in its survival plan submitted to Congress--and here is a look at one of them, the Milano.
Alfa has been developing this five-door small car to replace the 147 in its lineup. The new car was developed under the 149 name, but it will be called the Milano when it is launched in Europe late this year.
And if Fiat's alliance with Chrysler becomes real, the Milano could be the base for a new small Chrysler car that could show up in U.S. showrooms in the 2011-12 timeframe.
The Milano has an overall length of about 169 inches, similar to the Volkswagen Golf/Rabbit. Sources say the Milano will be sold only in the five-door body style to appeal to young families. Those looking for a sporty three-door will be steered to Alfa's MiTo model.
European customers will be given a choice of small gasoline or diesel engines in the Milano, mated to a choice of manual or automatic transmissions.
Look for a base price in Europe of about $25,600.
source:autoweek
