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2020 Alfa Romeo 4C

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2020 4C.

Transmission Automatic (AM6)

The 2020 Alfa Romeo 4C Overview identifies a vehicle equipped with an Automatic (AM6) transmission that achieves EPA fuel economy ratings of 24/34/28 mpg. Complementing these efficiency figures, the engine oil requirements specify a capacity of 6.1 qt using a 5W-40 oil viscosity. These documented specifications establish the essential mechanical baseline for researchers evaluating this model year's recorded maintenance and operational data.

Model year2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity6.1 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type5W-40OEM · verified

Lug nut torque72.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified

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 a BCI 140R · 500 CCA battery, 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.

Battery groupBCI 140R · 500 CCAOEM · verified

Tire sizeP205/45ZR17; Rear: P235/40ZR18OEM · verified

Wheel / rim7.0; Rear: 8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	68237532AA
Engine air filter	68251477AA
Spark plug	68122874AA
Front wiper blades	68240852AA
Serpentine belt	68237775AA
Thermostat	68237480AA alt 68237449AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic (AM6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	157.1 in
Overall width	73.6 in
Overall height	46.5 in
Wheelbase	93.7 in
Curb weight	2487 lb
Track (front / rear)	64.6 / 63 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	41/59

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	24 / 34 / 28 mpg
Drivetrain	Rear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuel	Premium 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

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2015	Coupe 1.7L Turbo I-4	4.10 sec	12.80 sec	237 hp	RWD
2015	Launch Edition Track Package Coupe 1.7L Turbo I-4	4.10 sec	12.80 sec	237 hp	RWD
2015	Launch Edition Coupe 1.7L Turbo I-4	4.20 sec	12.80 sec	237 hp	RWD
2015	Spider 1.7L Turbo I-4	4.20 sec	12.90 sec	237 hp	RWD
2015	Coupe 1.7L Turbo I-4	4.30 sec	13.00 sec	237 hp	RWD
2015	Coupe 1.7L Turbo I-4	4.30 sec	12.80 sec	237 hp	RWD
2015	Launch Edition Coupe 1.7L Turbo I-4	4.30 sec	13.00 sec	237 hp	RWD
2015	Spider 1.7L Turbo I-4	4.30 sec	12.90 sec	237 hp	RWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 6.1 qt of 5W-40 engine oil, 75W-85 · Synthetic · GL-5 in the differential, Dot 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 72.0 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	synthetic · 75W-85 · API · SAE 75W
Brake Fluid	Dot 4
Differential Gear Oil	75W-85 · Synthetic · GL-5
Engine Coolant	Mopar OAT
Engine Coolant Capacity	11.2
Engine Oil	5W-40 · MS12991
Engine Oil Capacity	6.1 qt
Power Steering Fluid	EPS

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs

11.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	72.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub	280.0 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub	335.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity	0.81 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46YF
Oil Capacity	4.20 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	140R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	500 cca

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

18.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 60°

18 ft. lbs

Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

36.0 ft.lbs., Step 2: 50°

36 ft.lbs

Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

M12 Bolts

70–77 ft. lbs

Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages

M10 Bolts

30 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 2,000 mi; spark plugs every 36,000 mi.

Every 2,000 mi	Engine Oil (inspect fluid level)
Every 10,000 mi	Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 12,000 mi	Body Fasteners (inspect)
Every 12,000 mi	Battery (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 24,000 mi	Body Fasteners (inspect)
At 36,000 mi	Timing Belt (inspect)
Every 36,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 60,000 mi	Drive Belt (replace) · Timing Belt (inspect) · Timing Belt (replace)
Every 72,000 mi	Transmission 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.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

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 13 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
31-001-25 REV. B	2025-08-16	Structure	Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…
31-001-25 REV. A	2025-08-14	Structure	Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…
31-001-25	2025-08-13	Structure	Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…
31-001-24	2024-07-24	Structure	"Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…
S1408000384	2024-01-10	Electrical System	Start 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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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 140R battery Vehicles taking 6.1 qt Engine oil filter 68237532AA Engine air filter 68251477AA Spark plug 68122874AA Front wiper blades 68240852AA

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2020 4C take?

6.1 qt of 5W-40 meeting Chrysler standard MS12991 or equivalent., per the factory manual.

Does the 2020 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.