Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. BMW M2
When comparing the Alfa Romeo Giulia's and the BMW M2's specifications and ratings, the Alfa Romeo Giulia has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, interior volume and overall quality score. The BMW M2 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Alfa Romeo Giulia's and the BMW M2's specifications and ratings, the Alfa Romeo Giulia is a better car than the BMW M2.
Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. BMW M2 Pricing
For a new model, the Alfa Romeo Giulia's price is between $44,927 and $56,632, with the BMW M2 priced between $65,368 and $76,245.
Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. BMW M2 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Alfa Romeo Giulia loses 42.6 percent of its value and the BMW M2 loses 40.9 percent of its value. This means the BMW M2 retains 1.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. BMW M2 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Alfa Romeo Giulia is 7.3 out of 10 while the BMW M2's quality rating is 6.9 out of 10. This results in the Alfa Romeo Giulia being ranked 20 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars and the BMW M2 being ranked 20 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes.
Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. BMW M2 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Alfa Romeo Giulia is 6.0 out of 10. For the BMW M2 the reliability rating is 6.8 out of 10. This gives the BMW M2 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Alfa Romeo Giulia’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the BMW M2 base engine makes 453 horsepower. The Giulia is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 505 miles. The M2 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 329 miles. This gives the Alfa Romeo Giulia the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW M2. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Alfa Romeo Giulia, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The BMW M2, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
44927 - 56632
Used Asking Price:
41460 - 55313
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.426204
Pricing
New Asking Price:
65368 - 76245
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.408632
Alfa Romeo Giulia Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.35 / 10
Reliability:
6.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M2 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
6.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Alfa Romeo Giulia Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 31Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 36Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 36BMW M2 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 40Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
6 out of / 40Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 40Ranking
14 out of / 19Ranking
17 out of / 23Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
24 out of / 40Ranking
25 out of / 40Ranking
27 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Alfa Romeo Giulia Trim Levels
Competizione, Quadrifoglio, Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversary, Sprint, Ti, Veloce
BMW M2 Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
306 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
453 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 2650 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.119 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
367 / 505 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
219 / 329 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
35 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3522 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.8 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3814 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
55.2 inches
Length:
180.3 inches
Wheelbase:
108.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/35R19