The Alfa Romeo 841 C000 – Petrol is a 1,995 cc, inline-four turbocharged petrol engine produced between 2020 and 2025. It features direct fuel injection, variable valve timing (VVT), and a twin-scroll turbocharger, delivering 180 kW (245 PS) and 400 Nm of torque. This engine is part of the Stellantis Global Medium Engine (GME) family, designed for high specific output and responsive performance.
Fitted to the Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio models, this engine was engineered for dynamic driving and track capability. Emissions compliance is achieved through a three-way catalytic converter, gasoline particulate filter (GPF), and closed-loop lambda control, meeting Euro 6d standards. The compact design allows longitudinal mounting in rear-wheel-drive platforms with torque vectoring differentials.
One documented service concern involves premature turbocharger bearing wear under sustained high-load operation, particularly in track-driven vehicles. This issue, referenced in Alfa Romeo Service Information Bulletin 841.C000-TB07, is linked to thermal stress and oil flow limitations at elevated RPM. Regular oil changes and cooldown procedures are recommended to maintain turbo longevity, especially in performance applications.
Production years 2020–2025 meet Euro 6d standards; no Euro 5 variant of this engine code was certified (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/841C000).
The Alfa Romeo 841 C000 – Petrol is a 1,995 cc inline-four turbocharged petrol engine developed for high-performance sedans and SUVs (2020–2025). It integrates advanced direct injection with a low-inertia twin-scroll turbocharger to deliver rapid throttle response and linear power delivery. Designed to meet Euro 6d emissions, it supports Alfa Romeo's performance-oriented powertrain strategy while maintaining road legality and emissions compliance.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,995 cc | |
| Fuel type | Petrol | |
| Configuration | Inline-4, DOHC, 16-valve with variable valve timing | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged (twin-scroll, high-pressure) | |
| Bore × stroke | 86.0 mm × 86.0 mm | |
| Power output | 180 kW (245 PS) @ 5,750 rpm | |
| Torque | 400 Nm @ 2,500–5,000 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Direct injection (up to 350 bar), port injection support | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6d (RDE) | |
| Compression ratio | 9.0:1 | |
| Cooling system | Water-cooled with dual-circuit thermal management | |
| Turbocharger | IHI twin-scroll turbo with ball-bearing center section | |
| Timing system | Timing chain (front-mounted, reinforced) | |
| Oil type | Fiat 9.55535-S3 0W-40 | |
| Dry weight | 135 kg |
The twin-scroll turbo provides strong mid-range torque and rapid boost response, but requires strict adherence to 15,000 km oil change intervals using Fiat 9.55535-S3 0W-40 to prevent turbo bearing wear and carbon buildup. High-performance driving increases thermal load, necessitating proper cooldown procedures to avoid coking in the turbo oil feed lines. Use of premium unleaded fuel (RON 98) is mandatory to maintain knock resistance and prevent pre-ignition. Vehicles used in track environments should undergo turbo inspection every 40,000 km per Alfa Romeo SIB 841.C000-TB07. The gasoline particulate filter (GPF) requires periodic regeneration and must not be removed to maintain emissions compliance.
Oil Specs: Requires Fiat 9.55535-S3 0W-40 specification (Alfa Romeo SIB OIL-10). ACEA A7/B7 compatibility required.
Emissions: Euro 6d (RDE) certification applies to all models (2020–2025) (VCA Type Approval #VCA/EMS/841C000). No Euro 5 or Euro 6b variant exists for this engine code.
Power Ratings: Measured under UN R83. Power output consistent across model range; no market-specific derating documented (Alfa Romeo PT-2025).
Alfa Romeo Technical Information System (TIS): Docs A84100, A84102, 841.C000-TB07
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/841C000)
UN Regulation No 83: Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to the emission of pollutants.
The Alfa Romeo 841 C000 – Petrol was used across Alfa Romeo's 952 platform with longitudinal mounting and shared architecture with Stellantis Group performance vehicles. This engine received platform-specific tuning for sharper throttle response and higher redline in the Giulia Quadrifoglio, and from 2023, updated ECU calibrations improved GPF regeneration efficiency, creating software compatibility limits. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
Locate the engine code stamped horizontally on the right-side cylinder block, near the exhaust manifold (Alfa Romeo TIS A84109). The 8th VIN digit indicates engine type ('F' for 2.0 Quadrifoglio). All units use a black valve cover with red Alfa Romeo script. Critical differentiation from other GME-T4 units: This engine features an IHI IS38 turbocharger with ball-bearing center section and uses the Bosch MED 17.8.8 ECU. Service parts require VIN and production date verification—turbochargers and ECUs from pre-2023 models are not interchangeable with later revisions due to calibration changes (Alfa Romeo SIB 841.C000-TB07).
The 841 C000 – Petrol's primary reliability risk is turbocharger bearing wear under sustained high-load operation, with elevated incidence in track-driven vehicles. Alfa Romeo internal field reports from 2023 indicated over 20% of pre-2022 units required turbo inspection or replacement before 80,000 km, while UK DVSA MOT data shows emissions-related failures are common in modified examples. High-RPM use and delayed maintenance increase thermal stress, making proactive inspection and correct oil usage critical.
Analysis derived from Alfa Romeo technical bulletins (2020–2024) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2022–2025). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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