Alfa's in Pole position with its new EV

Alfa Romeo is on a path towards electrification. But the Italian firm has been behind some of the most iconic petrol-powered cars ever made, so how do you transfer that flair into a battery-powered vehicle? We test the Junior Elettrica to find out.

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WHAT'S NEW?

Alfa launched its new EV as Milano before a backlash from the Italian government - the Junior isn't made in Italy, but in Poland.

The Junior now sits on a platform shared with all manner of Stellantis-made EVs, such as the Peugeot E-2008, Fiat 600e and Jeep Avenger.

WHAT'S UNDER THE BONNET?

It produces 154bhp and 260Nm of torque. This equates to a 0-60mph time of 8.8 seconds and flat out, the Junior will manage 150mph. Its 100kW charging capacity could see a 20-80 per cent charge in 30 minutes.

You can also get a more powerful electric set-up with the Veloce model. Here, you get 278bhp, though this car's range does drop to 215 miles.

WHAT'S IT LIKE TO DRIVE?