After making its European debut at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, the Alfa Romeo 4C Spider has hit the showrooms in the UK, with prices starting at £59,500 (Rs 59.88 lakh) for the base-spec model.
The 4C Spider is the convertible version of the standard 4C and is built around an ultra-lightweight monocoque chassis, comprising of carbon fibre layers that are three-times stronger and seven-times lighter than steel. Because of its inherent rigidity, Alfa Romeo says its engineers were able to minimise structural differences between the 4C Spider and the 4C Coupe.
The 4C Spider shares much of its exterior design with the standard 4C. The changes are focused purely on the metamorphosis from fixed to open-top. The coupe’s glazed engine cover gives way to a more traditional spider form, with pronounced buttresses and a body-coloured engine deck-lid with three functional heat extractors and an aerodynamically tuned spoiler.
The 4C Spider is powered by the same all-aluminium, 240bhp, 1750cc engine as the coupe. Performance, as a result, is on par with the standard model with a top speed of over 250kmph and a zero to 100kmph sprint time of around 4.1 seconds.
The 4C Spider is now on sale in the UK, carrying a base price of £59,500 (Rs 59.88 lakh). Alfa Romeo says it has enhanced the 4C range with an upgraded audio system, new floor mats; glove compartment with leather cover, a bespoke car cover and car care kit.
