Alfa Romeo Giulietta in WHITE 2015 for £5,995

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This is the Alfa Romeo Giulietta – a hatchback with designs on tempting buyers from the usual suspects in this segment, namely the Volkswagen Golf, Audi A3 and the BMW 1 Series. The name Giulietta is a blast from the past – perhaps a sign Alfa Romeo is desperate to cash in on its beautiful 1970s namesake, but this latest offering simply does not have anything remotely resembling the Giuliettas from the Italian firm's glory days. This car, a stylish hatchback replacing the 147, is entirely predictable. Looks-wise, it has the trademark upside-down triangular grille and the sculpted bonnet of the Mito and the 8C Competizione – it's the new Alfa face. At the rear, it looks much like an Audi A3 and in profile the rather unorthodox crease that rises up the rear side doors is the most notable feature. Alfa dines out on style, but although it is unique, it's not a real beauty.Petrol engine choices include a 1.4-litre unit with 120bhp or 170bhp and a 1.8-litre with 235bhp that powers t