Auto Express have published their "First drive" review of the Alfa Romeo MiTo. 'In spite of the long front overhang, the car looks great. Inside, it’s smartly styled with a carbon fibre-effect dash and deep-set dials. The driving position is low and sporty, and while some plastics don’t have the high-quality feel of a German car, the raft of kit compensates. Three trims are available – Turismo, Lusso and Veloce – and even the basic car comes with air-con, 16-inch alloys and an MP3-compatible stereo.
The cabin is snug, while the rear seats are cramped. There’s not much luggage space, either. But that’s not the point says Alfa’s head of engineering Harold Wester. He claims the target was to “make the MiTo the sportiest compact car ever”. And it packs plenty of tricks as a result. While the platform is derived from the Fiat Grande Punto, everything is sportier. The dampers incorporate mini springs which work with the conventional units to reduce body roll, yet improve the ride.'
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