Alfa Romeo Junior
Alfa Romeo Junior — spec data and generation history.
Alfa's smallest model — a Stellantis e-CMP-platform crossover, sister to the Peugeot e-2008, Jeep Avenger and DS 3. Originally launched as 'Milano' until the Italian government objected to a Polish-built car carrying an Italian city name; renamed Junior days before launch. UK lineup: 1.2 turbo mild-hybrid ICE (136 bhp, FWD), Elettrica EV (156 bhp, FWD, 54 kWh) and the Veloce Elettrica (280 bhp, mechanical LSD, FWD only). The Q4 AWD ICE arrives later. Built on a small-car platform but priced like a junior premium — Veloce trim is the enthusiast pick, the EV is the volume one. Looks proper Alfa from any angle; underneath, it's e-CMP with an Alfa badge.
Generations
Click any generation for the full deep dive
Mk1
Veloce Elettrica — 280 bhp, 0-62 in 5.9s.
- + Pretty small Alfa
- + Veloce gets a real LSD
- − e-CMP platform familiar from cheaper sisters
- − Cabin shared switchgear
Known issues by generation
Common faults reported on each generation — useful when shopping the used market.
- Launch infotainment software updates required
- 12V battery drain on Elettrica
- Cooling fan rattle on early ICE cars
- Charge-port latch microswitch on EV
