DecodedCars2009 Alfa Romeo Spider
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2009 models.
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Engines
- 4.7L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 13 combined · 11 city / 16 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 13 MPG combined, 40% below the 2009 minicompact car average of 21.6 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 13 similar 2009 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is a minicompact car offered with a 4.7L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (11 city / 16 highway), 40% worse than the 2009 minicompact car average of 21.6 MPG, for an estimated $6,300 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 C Spider | 4.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 16 / 13 | -40% | $6,300 | 684 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2009 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2009 minicompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (this car) | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Lexus SC | 19 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2009 Jaguar XKR | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Porsche Carrera 2 Cabriolet | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Porsche Carrera 2 Coupe | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Porsche Carrera 2 S Cabriolet | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Alfa Romeo. How we calculate this →