Used Alfa Romeo Giulietta for sale near Ilford

CarGurus expert rating: 3 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: 4.0 out of 5
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 33.8%
Overall CarGurus rating:* 4.0 out of 5
Available Listings: Around 130
Average Price: Around £6,900

Alfa Romeo Giulietta (2010-2020) Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
Evocative looks	Awkward driving position
Responsive engines	Tight for rear-seat space
More reliable than reputation suggests	Poor result in Euro NCAP safety tests

Quick Summary

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta (2010-2020) is an emotive Italian hatchback that resurrects a famous name from Alfa Romeo's past. Praised for its handsome styling and responsive engines, the Giulietta received a facelift in 2016 with a honeycomb grille, new-look headlights, and rear bumper inserts. However, it was criticised for its awkward driving position and excessive road noise. The facelifted models are preferable, offering more equipment and an updated interior with better finish across five trim levels.

The Giulietta's Achilles' heel is practicality. Limited head- and legroom throughout the cabin, a low roofline, and a notoriously poor driving position make it uncomfortable for many drivers. The 350-litre boot is adequate but falls short of rivals. Engine options are strong, with petrols offering a pleasingly sporty exhaust note and diesels making sense for high-mileage drivers. Running costs are reasonable, particularly with diesel variants achieving around 55mpg. However, reliability concerns and a disappointing Euro NCAP safety rating are worth considering before purchase.

Best for: Buyers seeking an emotive Italian hatchback with responsive engines, attractive styling, and reasonable running costs, particularly those choosing diesel variants for high-mileage driving.

Not ideal for: Those prioritising rear-seat space, practicality, safety ratings, or drivers who struggle to find a comfortable driving position.


Comparison vs Key Rivals



The Verdict

You should buy the Giulietta if: You're drawn to Italian styling and badge appeal, seeking responsive engines and reasonable running costs, particularly with diesel variants for high-mileage driving.

Consider alternatives if: You prioritise rear-seat space, practicality, safety ratings, or require a comfortable driving position without compromise.

Competitive Position: The Alfa Romeo Giulietta (2010-2020) occupies a unique position in the compact hatchback market, offering emotive Italian design and engaging engines at a competitive price. However, it faces stiff competition from more practical and safer alternatives. The Audi A3, Volkswagen Golf Mk7, and Ford Focus Mk3 all score higher on expert and user ratings, with better safety credentials and practicality. Whilst the Giulietta appeals to those valuing style and driving engagement, rivals offer superior comfort, space, and overall refinement. For budget-conscious buyers willing to compromise on practicality for Italian charm, the Giulietta remains an attractive proposition.

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*The Overall CarGurus rating: that informs these recommendations is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 2026, CarGurus expert reviews, and CarGurus user reviews.