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4C platform

2016 Alfa Romeo 4C

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 4C.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (AM6)

The 2016 Alfa Romeo 4C is a two‑seat passenger car built on the dedicated 4C chassis, featuring an automatic AM6 transmission and an EPA‑rated fuel economy of 24 mpg city, 34 mpg highway, and 28 mpg combined. These specifications place it among the lightweight, driver‑focused sports cars that emphasize efficiency alongside performance. As part of the continuing 4C platform line, the 2016 model year reflects the model’s ongoing development within Alfa Romeo’s niche sports‑car offering.

Model year202020192018201720162015

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy24/34/28 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 68237532AA. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter68237532AA
Engine air filter68251477AA
Spark plug68122874AA
Front wiper blades68240852AA
Serpentine belt68237775AA
Thermostat68237480AA alt 68237449AA

Diagrams

Fuse box diagram36 fuses

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length157.1 in
Overall width73.6 in
Overall height46.5 in
Wheelbase93.7 in
Curb weight2465 lb
Track (front / rear)64.6 / 63 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)41/59

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined24 / 34 / 28 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the 4C of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.1–4.6 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.10 sec — 2015 Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2015Coupe 1.7L Turbo I-44.10 sec12.80 sec237 hpRWD
2015Launch Edition Track Package Coupe 1.7L Turbo I-44.10 sec12.80 sec237 hpRWD
2015Launch Edition Coupe 1.7L Turbo I-44.20 sec12.80 sec237 hpRWD
2015Spider 1.7L Turbo I-44.20 sec12.90 sec237 hpRWD
2015Coupe 1.7L Turbo I-44.30 sec13.00 sec237 hpRWD
2015Coupe 1.7L Turbo I-44.30 sec12.80 sec237 hpRWD
2015Launch Edition Coupe 1.7L Turbo I-44.30 sec13.00 sec237 hpRWD
2015Spider 1.7L Turbo I-44.30 sec12.90 sec237 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts14.7 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts19 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2

Brakes

Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementStamped on rotor
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishStamped on rotor
Vented Rotor Maximum Scoring DepthStamped on rotor
Variation from Parallelism Thickness VariationStamped on rotor
Maximum Rotor RunoutStamped on rotor

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 36,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
At 12,000 miBody Fasteners (inspect)
Every 12,000 miBattery (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Mount (inspect)
Every 24,000 miBody Fasteners (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed)
At 36,000 miTiming Belt (inspect)
Every 36,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 60,000 miDrive Belt (replace)
Every 60,000 miTiming Belt (inspect) · Timing Belt (replace)
Every 72,000 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
81
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 81 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
31-001-25 REV. B2025-08-16StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…
31-001-25 REV. A2025-08-14StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…
31-001-252025-08-13StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…
31-001-242024-07-24Structure"Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…
S14080003842024-01-10Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2016 4C have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 4C get?

EPA figures are 24 city / 34 highway / 28 combined mpg.