Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica 54 kWh Veloce

Overview

The all-new Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica marks the brand's electrifying entry into the compact SUV scene, and the 54 kWh Veloce trim is the one for enthusiasts craving proper Italian spice! Priced from €48,500 new, this range-topping Veloce promises a zesty driving experience, blending Alfa’s signature sporty DNA with zero-emission motoring. It’s gunning for rivals with a potent electric heart and a design that’ll turn heads, aiming to be the driver's choice in a crowded segment. This little Alfa is set to shake things up!

What's New for 2025?

The Junior Elettrica is a brand-spanking-new model for 2025, representing Alfa Romeo's first foray into the bustling B-SUV segment and their second all-electric offering. Originally teased as the 'Milano', it has now officially launched as the Junior. The 54 kWh Veloce trim spearheads the electric lineup, packing the most powerful motor and sportiest setup right out of the gate. It's a fresh face aiming to bring Alfa's storied performance heritage to a new generation of electric car buyers in Europe.

Design & Exterior

Bellissimo! The Junior Elettrica Veloce oozes Italian flair with Alfa's iconic Scudetto grille (reimagined for EVs) and sharp "3+3" LED headlights. This Veloce trim amps up the aggression with sportier bumpers and likely unique alloy wheels. It's compact yet purposeful, measuring 4173 mm long, 1781 mm wide (excluding mirrors), and 1505 mm tall. Alfa promises the Veloce will feature distinct styling cues to mark it out as the top dog, ensuring it looks as quick as it goes. It’s a proper head-turner, this one!

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside the Junior Veloce and you’re greeted by a driver-focused cockpit, typical Alfa! Expect sporty Alcantara touches and quality materials befitting the Veloce trim. Tech-wise, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.25-inch central touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard. Passenger space is decent for a compact SUV with 5 seats. Luggage? You get a useful 400-litre boot, expanding to an impressive 1265 litres with the seats down. Sadly, there’s no frunk for your charging cables.

Performance & Driving Experience

Hold on tight! The Junior Elettrica Veloce zips from 0-100 km/h in a brisk 6.0 seconds, with a top speed of 200 km/h, thanks to its potent front-wheel-drive setup. Its single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) churns out a healthy 207 kW and 345 Nm of torque. Alfa Romeo promises class-leading driving dynamics with direct steering and a sport-tuned suspension, reportedly including a Torsen limited-slip differential for the Veloce, ensuring it carves corners with gusto. Adjustable regenerative braking modes will help recoup energy.

Range, Battery & Charging

The Junior Elettrica Veloce packs a 50.8 kWh usable battery, delivering a Green Cars Compare calculated real-world range estimate of around 295 km – decent for urban adventures and some spirited backroad blasts. Energy consumption is rated at an efficient 5.81 km/kWh. Juice it up at home with the standard 11 kW AC on-board charger in about 5 hours. Out and about, its CCS Type 2 port can gulp down DC fast charging at up to 100 kW, meaning a 10-80% top-up should take roughly 30 minutes.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

While official Euro NCAP safety ratings are yet to be announced for the new Junior, expect Alfa to aim high. The Veloce trim should come generously equipped with modern safety kit. Key driver-assistance systems likely include Level 2 autonomous driving capabilities, featuring adaptive cruise control with stop & go, lane centering, blind-spot monitoring, and a 360-degree camera system. Many of these advanced features are expected to be standard on this top-tier Veloce, ensuring peace of mind alongside the thrills.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Alfa Romeo typically backs its new cars in Europe with a 2-year/unlimited kilometre basic vehicle warranty, often extendable or with longer coverage in specific markets (sometimes up to 5 years). The crucial battery warranty is usually 8 years or 160,000 km, guaranteeing at least 70% of its original capacity. Details on complimentary maintenance for the Junior Elettrica Veloce are still emerging, but Alfa is keen to ensure a competitive ownership experience for its new electric baby. Reliability should benefit from the simpler EV powertrain.