New Alfa Romeo Giulia Is Getting A Fresh Face

A Mercedes C-Class may ride more smoothly and a 3 Series may boast a better interior but, for driving thrills, theAlfa Romeo Giuliais unrivaled. The sleek sedan has been blessed with a balanced chassis and crisp steering, making it the best mountain pass marauder in its segment.

However, buyers want more than great dynamics. In other categories, the Italian is outclassed. Alfa isgoing through somewhat of a renaissanceof late, spearheaded by the全新Tonale紧凑型SUV. With sharp styling and a hybrid powertrain (a first for the brand), CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato has big hopes for the newcomer. But what about the older and larger offerings?

Well, it appears a Giulia facelift is on the way. Spy shots taken by GabetzSpyUnit show a test vehicle with a disguised front end. The minimal camouflage is likely hiding a Tonale-inspired front end, with sleeker headlights and a subtle grille revision.

Upon closer inspection, you'll note the lower components of the front bumper are also concealed. Again, we anticipate a revised bumper in the same style as the Tonale; rounded and cleaner, with more pronounced air vents. The vehicle pictured here is the range-topping Veloce Q4 (Quadrifoglio excluded) and, as such, wears the gorgeous 19-inch Sport 5-hole wheels.

Round back, you'll see Alfa hasn't bothered to tamper with the design. However, the taillights appear to sport a smoked cluster which lends the Giulia an even sportier look - they look very similar to the items found on theawe-inspiring Giulia GTA. We assume Alfa will introduce subtle powertrain and interior updates to accompany the new look but don't expect that many changes.

After all, the Stellantis-owned brandushered in a series of updatesto both the Giulia and Stelvio for the 2022 model year, with better technology and more standard equipment.