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Alfa Romeo · Compact · 2000–2010

Alfa Romeo 147 937

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 8 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

250 PS

3.2L V6 Busso Benzin

250 hp Busso V6 in a Compact — Too Much Engine, Just Right

Legendary!

Engine Overview

The Alfa Romeo 147 937 is available with 7 engine variants — from 105 to 250 hp. 2 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.

1.9 JTD · Diesel· 116–126 PS Engine Change
2000 2010
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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2004 2010
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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1.9 JTD 16V · Diesel· 136–140 PS
2000 2004
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
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1.9 JTDM · Diesel· 170 PS
2004 2010
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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1.9 JTDM 16V · Diesel· 150 PS
2004 2010
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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1.6 TS · Benziner· 105–120 PS Engine Change
2000 2010
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
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2000 2010
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
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2.0 TS · Benziner· 150 PS
2000 2010
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
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3.2 V6 GTA · Benziner· 250 PS
2003 2006
Be Careful 10 weaknesses
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The Alfa Romeo 1.9 JTD (Diesel, 116–126 PS) comes with 2 different engines: 937A2.000 (2000–2010, Be Careful) und 937A2.000 (2004–2010, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.9 JTD!

The Alfa Romeo 1.9 JTD 16V (Diesel, 136–140 PS) has the 192A5.000 (1.9L JTD 16V) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.

The Alfa Romeo 1.9 JTDM (Diesel, 170 PS) has the 937A4.000 (1.9L JTDM) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The Alfa Romeo 1.9 JTDM 16V (Diesel, 150 PS) has the 937A5.000 (1.9L JTDM 16V) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The Alfa Romeo 1.6 TS (Benziner, 105–120 PS) comes with 2 different engines: AR37203 (2000–2010, Be Careful) und AR32104 (2000–2010, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.6 TS!

The Alfa Romeo 2.0 TS (Benziner, 150 PS) has the AR32310 (2.0L Twin Spark) — rated: "Be Careful", 8 known weaknesses.

The Alfa Romeo 3.2 V6 GTA (Benziner, 250 PS) has the 932A.000 (3.2L V6 Busso) — rated: "Be Careful", 10 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!Sills and wheel arches rust

Sill lower edges and wheel arches rust from stone chips and moisture ingress. Areas around the jacking points are particularly at risk, where the plastic trim traps moisture.

Symptoms: Paint bubbling on sill lower edges, visible rust around jacking points, rust around wheel arches
from 80,000 km
Ad rocker panelblech Alfa 147Einstiegblech 147 leftEinstiegblech 147 rightwheel arch 147 rearHohlraumversiegelung
 Medium

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 69 weaknesses have been documented for the Alfa Romeo 147 937 (2000–2010) — 57 engine-related and 12 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Rust, Suspension, Gearbox, Electronics.

147 (937A2.000, 2000–2010) — Be Careful: Oil pump seal loses elasticity, High-pressure fuel pump failed (code P1191), VTG mechanism coked and jammed. Power: 116–120 PS.

147 (192A5.000, 2000–2004) — Be Careful: Oil pump O-ring pressure loss, VTG mechanism coked up and jammed, Vacuum pump gasket oil leak. Power: 136–140 PS.

147 (937A2.000, 2004–2010) — Be Careful: Oil pump seal loses elasticity, High-pressure fuel pump failed (code P1191), VTG mechanism coked and jammed. Power: 116–126 PS.

147 (937A5.000, 2004–2010) — Be Careful: Intake manifold coked by EGR, swirl flap breaks, VTG turbocharger coked, DPF blockage with short-trip driving. Power: 150 PS.

147 (937A4.000, 2004–2010) — Be Careful: Intake manifold coked by EGR, swirl flap breaks, VTG turbocharger coked, Swirl flap linkage worn — flap dropout risk. Power: 170 PS.

147 (AR37203, 2000–2010) — Be Careful: Short timing belt intervals, Head gasket leaking (cylinder 4), Con-rod bearing damage from oil starvation. Power: 105 PS.

147 (AR32104, 2000–2010) — Be Careful: Short timing belt intervals, Head gasket leaking (cylinder 4), Con-rod bearing damage from oil starvation. Power: 120 PS.

147 (AR32310, 2000–2010) — Be Careful: Short timing belt intervals, Head gasket leaking (cylinder 4), Con-rod bearing damage from oil starvation. Power: 150 PS.

147 (932A.000, 2003–2006) — Be Careful: Timing chain rattles when cold, Catastrophic belt failure on missed service, Intake manifold air leak from cracked gasket. Power: 250 PS.

What to watch out for with the Alfa Romeo 147? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Alfa Romeo 147 937 have? +
The Alfa Romeo 147 937 has 57 known engine weaknesses and 12 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Alfa Romeo 147 937? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: AR37203 (1.6L Twin Spark), AR32104 (1.6L Twin Spark), AR32310 (2.0L Twin Spark), 932A.000 (3.2L V6 Busso), 937A2.000 (1.9L JTD), 192A5.000 (1.9L JTD 16V), 937A5.000 (1.9L JTDM 16V), 937A4.000 (1.9L JTDM). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the 932A.000 (3.2L V6 Busso).
Which Alfa Romeo 147 937 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Alfa Romeo 147 937 — rated: "Legendary!". {description} The 147 GTA has the shortest wheelbase of all GTAs and the most direct steering: 2.25 turns lock to lock. 250 hp Busso V6 on the front axle without a limited-slip diff — in the wet a constant battle for traction, in the dry an adrenaline machine. The engine is really too big and heavy for the car, and that's precisely the appeal. From 5,000 rpm the Busso wails from directly behind the dashboard, the short wheelbase makes the rear nervous under throttle lift-off. Not a car for relaxed cruising — a car for people who want to work when they drive.
Is the Alfa Romeo 147 937 worth buying used? +
The Alfa Romeo 147 937 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Alfa Romeo 147 937? +
The Alfa Romeo 147 937 is available with engine variants from 105 to 250 hp. Petrol: AR37203 (1.6L Twin Spark), AR32104 (1.6L Twin Spark), AR32310 (2.0L Twin Spark), 932A.000 (3.2L V6 Busso). Diesel: 937A2.000 (1.9L JTD), 192A5.000 (1.9L JTD 16V), 937A5.000 (1.9L JTDM 16V), 937A4.000 (1.9L JTDM).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee