Alfa Romeo Giulia Trim Levels: Sprint, Ti, Veloce, and Quadrifoglio Explained for Long Island Buyers

The 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia comes in four trims with very different personalities, and the gap between the base Sprint and the flagship Quadrifoglio is larger than in almost any other vehicle in the compact luxury sedan segment. Understanding each trim’s specific value - and the engineering behind it - is the first step to matching one to what Nassau County drivers actually need.

Bottom Line: The Ti delivers the best balance of daily comfort and performance for most Westbury and Jericho buyers. The Sprint is for buyers who want the Giulia experience at entry-level pricing. The Veloce adds standard AWD and sport suspension. The Quadrifoglio is a purpose-built performance machine for buyers who want no compromises.

• The Sprint and Ti use a 280 hp 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 with rear-wheel drive standard
• The Veloce adds Alfa’s Q4 AWD system as standard, making it the most capable in adverse conditions
• The Quadrifoglio uses a 505 hp 2.9L twin-turbo V6 and is in a separate performance category

The 2026 Giulia Lineup: Four Trims, Two Powertrains

Three of the four Giulia trims share the same 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine producing 280 horsepower and 306 lb-ft of torque. All use an 8-speed automatic transmission. The Quadrifoglio breaks from this platform entirely with a Ferrari-derived 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V6 producing 505 hp.

For a complete review of the Giulia as a driving experience in Nassau County, see our Alfa Romeo Giulia complete guide.

The Giulia’s rear-wheel-drive standard layout sets it apart from most competitors in the compact luxury sedan segment. That choice is intentional - it defines the Giulia’s handling character and is the reason the model has earned a reputation for driver engagement that its competitors rarely match.

Sprint ($45,900)

The Sprint is the entry point into the Giulia, and it enters with more standard equipment than most buyers expect at this price. Leather seating, 8.8-inch infotainment screen, rear parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring, and the full 280 hp engine are standard. The Sprint uses rear-wheel drive only and runs on 18-inch wheels.

For Garden City and Roslyn buyers who want the Giulia’s driving character and Italian design at the lowest possible entry point, the Sprint is a legitimate choice. The full powertrain is not compromised at this trim - you receive every horsepower the standard engine offers.

Ti ($51,400)

The Ti is the Giulia most buyers in Nassau County ultimately choose. Over the Sprint, it adds a sport-tuned suspension, 18-inch sport wheels, sportier interior trim, and additional technology features including a more advanced driver information cluster.

The Ti represents the Giulia’s sweet spot. It adds the suspension calibration that brings out the chassis’s full character without moving to the Veloce’s AWD or the Quadrifoglio’s extreme performance focus. Westbury and Jericho buyers who use the Giulia as a daily driver on the Northern State Parkway and local roads find the Ti’s balance of comfort and engagement optimal for mixed use.

Veloce ($57,900)

The Veloce adds Alfa’s Q4 all-wheel-drive system as standard equipment alongside a sport-calibrated suspension with active dampers. It also includes 19-inch wheels, carbon fiber interior accents, and a more aggressive exterior treatment.

The Q4 AWD system is what distinguishes the Veloce for Long Island buyers who encounter adverse weather. The system sends torque to the rear wheels primarily - preserving the Giulia’s rear-wheel-drive handling character - but distributes up to 60% to the front axle when conditions require. This makes the Veloce the most usable Giulia across Nassau County’s full range of weather conditions.

Quadrifoglio ($84,500)

The Quadrifoglio (QV) occupies a category of its own. The 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 produces 505 hp and reaches 60 mph in 3.8 seconds. Carbon fiber components reduce weight. The active suspension, carbon ceramic brake option, and Akrapovic exhaust system are available additions.

The Quadrifoglio requires a different kind of Nassau County buyer - one who drives to the track at Lime Rock or Watkins Glen, who uses the Northern State Parkway as a means to an end rather than a destination, and who is willing to accept stiffer ride quality and premium fuel requirements in exchange for performance that approaches supercar territory.

Head-to-Head Trim Comparison

Which Trim Should Nassau County Buyers Choose?

Daily driver priorities: The Ti is the recommendation for buyers using the Giulia as a primary vehicle in Westbury, Garden City, or Roslyn. The sport suspension calibration brings out the rear-wheel-drive chassis without compromising the ride quality that makes a $51,000 car livable on Long Island’s variable road surfaces.

All-weather capability: The Veloce’s Q4 AWD system makes it the practical choice for buyers who encounter Nassau County winters on a daily basis and don’t want to choose between performance and safety in adverse conditions. The $6,500 premium over the Ti buys a meaningfully different ownership experience from October through March.

Track or performance focus: The Quadrifoglio is a specialized purchase and should be considered accordingly. It delivers performance that few daily drivers will fully utilize, and its maintenance costs, fuel consumption, and tire wear rates reflect its purpose.

Browse the current Giulia lineup at Westbury Alfa Romeo: view available inventory or view current specials on available trims.

Giulia Trim Level FAQ

What is the difference between the Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti and Veloce? The Ti uses rear-wheel drive and a sport-tuned passive suspension. The Veloce adds Q4 all-wheel drive and active suspension dampers that adjust to driving conditions and mode selection. The Veloce also includes 19-inch wheels and carbon fiber interior accents. The price difference is approximately $6,500.

Does the Alfa Romeo Giulia have AWD? AWD is available on the Veloce trim as the Q4 system. The Sprint, Ti, and Quadrifoglio are rear-wheel drive only. If AWD is a requirement for your driving conditions, the Veloce is the only standard Giulia trim that offers it.

Is the Quadrifoglio practical as a daily driver in Nassau County? The Quadrifoglio is mechanically capable of daily driving. Its stiff suspension, firm ride, and premium fuel requirement make it less comfortable on Long Island’s surface-imperfect roads than the Ti or Veloce. For buyers whose primary use is track days with occasional daily commuting, it is appropriate. For pure daily use, the Ti or Veloce provides a more suitable compromise.

How does the Giulia compare to the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class? The Giulia competes directly with the 3 Series and C-Class in the compact luxury sedan segment. It is widely considered more engaging to drive dynamically but offers a smaller dealer network and historically higher long-term ownership costs than the German alternatives. For drivers who prioritize the driving experience above all else, the Giulia is the segment leader.

Which Giulia trim holds its value best on Long Island? The Ti and Quadrifoglio historically show the strongest resale performance. Alfa Romeo’s smaller volume and brand exclusivity in Nassau County support used-car values, particularly for the performance-focused Quadrifoglio.

Visit Westbury Alfa Romeo

Westbury Alfa Romeo serves Nassau County from its Westbury location, with easy access from Jericho, Garden City, and Roslyn. The showroom carries the full Giulia lineup, and the team can arrange test drives of any trim including the Quadrifoglio.

Schedule a Giulia test drive or contact Westbury Alfa Romeo before your visit.

Safety data sourced from NHTSA vehicle ratings and IIHS crash test results.