Revised Alfa Romeo MiTo

Words by Rob McSorley

Alfa Romeo have released first details of its revised MiTo small hatchback before it goes on sale across Europe in the coming months. The new MiTo is going to be advertised through the brand's new "Live Rock" campaign, which is set to debut on 16th June.

Changes to the exterior are limited to a new grill design similar to that found on the larger Giulietta, a new "burnished" finish to the headlight surrounds and revised 15-inch alloy wheels on some models. In addition there is a new Anthracite Grey exterior paint finish.

Further changes have been made inside including revised dashboard trim and three new upholstery combinations designed to freshen up the ageing interior.

Gadget fans will be pleased to hear that the revised MiTo can now be specified with a Uconnect infotainment system that comprises of a five-inch touch-screen display with Bluetooth/iPod/USB/AUX connectivity. The new system will enable Alfa Romeo to compete with rival systems found in Vauxhall's Adam and Audi's A1.

The biggest news however is the addition of a new 0.9-liter Turbo TwinAir petrol engine that develops 105 bhp and up to 145 Nm of torque. It results in a 0-62 mph sprint taking 11.4 seconds and will reach a top speed of 114 mph. Alfa Romeo say that buyers can expect 67.2 mpg on a combined cycle with CO2 emissions of 99 g/km. Compared to the existing 85 bhp TwinAir unit the new engine is 0.9 seconds faster to 62 mph and produces just 1 g/km more CO2 so will still be road tax exempt.

Prices are expected to be revealed closer to the launch of the revised MiTo in the UK

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