Alfa Romeo turns 108 years old this year, and the Turin-based automaker has decided to honour their Nurburgring successes with two special edition models named the NRING Edition.
The NRING is only given to the two models that achieved some incredibly fast lap times at the Green Hell – the Stelvio Quadrifoglio Verde which currently holds the record as the quickest SUV to lap the circuit, and the Giulia Quadrifoglio Verde that had its fastest sedan record recently beaten by the Jaguar XE SV Project 8.
For the NRING editions Alfa Romeo has applied a coat of special ‘Circuito Grey’ matte finish paint to the body matched with side skirts, mirror caps, and grille inserts in carbon fibre, while the interior features a special numbered plaque on a carbon fibre dash insert, carbon fibre backed Sparco seats with racy red stitching, a Mopar gear shifter, and an Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel.
Both vehicles are powered by a Ferrari-sourced twin-turbocharged 2.9-litre V6 producing 375kw and 600nm. In terms of acceleration, the rear-wheel drive Giulia needs just 3.9 seconds to hit 100kph, while the all-wheel drive Stelvio requires just 3.8 seconds. An eight-speed automatic gearbox, and carbon ceramic brakes are standard regardless of bodystyle.
Alfa Romeo will only offer 108 units of each model - keeping it in line with Alfa’s 108th birthday this year – with every lucky owner of the NRING Edition receiving a 1:18 scale model of the chosen car, a specific welcome Kit – including a set of Sparco race gloves, an Alfa-branded sports bag, special cufflinks, a customised jacket and a pair of race shoes. You also score an invitation to an Alfa Romeo experience with a driving course at the Nürburgring, as well as exclusive certification issued by FCA Heritage, underlining these limited editions' collectors' value.
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FAQ
Q: What does the Alfa Romeo NRING Edition cost in South Africa?
Alfa Romeo hasn't officially released South African pricing for the NRING Edition models, but expect the Giulia Quadrifoglio NRING to start around R1,800,000 and the Stelvio Quadrifoglio NRING to push closer to R2,000,000 given their limited production run and exclusive features.
Q: How many Alfa Romeo NRING Edition cars will be made?
Only 108 units of each model will be produced globally, with 108 Giulia Quadrifoglio NRING editions and 108 Stelvio Quadrifoglio NRING editions to celebrate Alfa Romeo's 108th birthday.
Q: What makes the NRING Edition different from regular Quadrifoglio models?
The NRING Edition features exclusive Circuito Grey matte paint, carbon fibre side skirts and mirror caps, numbered plaques, carbon fibre backed Sparco seats with red stitching, and comes with a complete welcome kit including Sparco race gloves, Alfa-branded gear, and a Nürburgring driving experience.
Q: Is the Alfa Romeo NRING Edition worth buying as an investment?
With only 216 cars total worldwide, exclusive FCA Heritage certification, and celebrating record-breaking Nürburgring lap times, the NRING Edition should hold its value exceptionally well and potentially appreciate significantly over time.
Should You Buy It?
The Alfa Romeo NRING Edition is absolutely worth buying if you can secure one of the 108 units and have around R1,800,000 to R2,000,000 to spend. These aren't just special edition cars, they're proper collector's pieces celebrating genuine motorsport achievements with the Giulia's former sedan lap record and the Stelvio's current SUV record at the Nürburgring. The 375kW Ferrari-sourced V6, sub-4-second acceleration times, and that incredible welcome package including Nürburgring track time make this the ultimate Alfa Romeo ownership experience. For serious collectors and Alfa enthusiasts with deep pockets, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of the brand's racing heritage.
