Alfa Romeo MiTo dimensions

Taking its inspiration from the Alfa Romeo 8C supercar, the hot Alfa Romeo Mito keeps the same striking teardrop front headlights and circular tail lamps as the traditional vehicle. At the nose the petite triangular grille sets it apart from the Renaultsport Clio, with its big horizontal grilles. It’s a delicate shape, which wouldn’t respond well to large wings and side skirts. Conventional Alfa Cloverleaf badges on the front wings, 17-inch alloy wheels and twin exhaust tips nod to its improved performance.

Back passengers will be cramped, but it still beats its Mini Hatchback competitor hands down in this respect. There are no plans for a 5-door version and back visibility out of the small back window is poor. The boot has a very small opening, but holds a respectable 270 litres of luggage, more than a Mini or Seat Ibiza SC 3-door. Dashboard cargo is limited, with a small glovebox, door pockets and a cup holder in front of the gear lever.

The Alfa Romeo Mito Cloverleaf is fitted with Blue&me Bluetooth technology and enables mobile phone, MP3 player and USB memory stick connections. Air-con and heated door mirrors are also traditional. Back parking sensors, cruise control, electric folding door mirrors and helm-mounted controls are cost features.