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Alfa Romeo · Wagon · 1997–2006

Alfa Romeo 156 932 Kombi

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 13 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

250 PS

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Engine Overview

The Alfa Romeo 156 932 Kombi is available with 10 engine variants — from 105 to 250 hp.

1.9 JTD · Diesel· 110–116 PS
1997 2006
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
1.9 JTD 16V · Diesel· 136–140 PS
1997 2006
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2.4 JTD · Diesel· 136–150 PS Engine Change
1997 2002
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
2002 2006
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2.4 JTDM · Diesel· 175 PS
2003 2006
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
1.6 TS · Benziner· 110–120 PS Engine Change
1997 2006
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
1997 2006
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
1.8 TS · Benziner· 140–144 PS
1997 2006
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
2.0 JTS · Benziner· 162–166 PS
2001 2006
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
2.0 TS · Benziner· 150–162 PS Engine Change
1997 2006
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
1997 2006
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
2.5 V6 · Benziner· 190–192 PS
1997 2003
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
3.2 V6 GTA · Benziner· 250 PS
2002 2006
Be Careful 10 weaknesses

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
Rear spring perch rusts through

The rear spring perch rusts through at the weld seams, which can lead to complete failure of the spring seat. The spring perch can drop onto the tyre and destroy it. Safety-critical — regular visual inspection in the wheel arch is necessary.

Symptoms: Creaking rear axle, vehicle sinking on one side, in extreme cases spring perch visible on tyre
from 180,000 km
Medium
Footwell rust and concealed sill corrosion

Footwell floor and sills rust from the inside outwards. Rust is often concealed by carpet or sill trim covers. Jacking points on the underbody are also heavily affected. Lift the carpet on purchase inspection.

Symptoms: Rust visible under carpet, bubbles on sill lower edges, jacking points crumbling
from 100,000 km
High
Sill and underbody rust

Sill edges, wheel arch transitions, jacking points and underbody rust heavily. Underbody protection peels off early. Internal rust inspection through the ventilation duct in the rear area is recommended.

Symptoms: Visible rust on sill edges and bumper transitions, paint bubbling, sill deformation.
from 100,000 km
High

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Alfa Romeo 156 932 Kombi have? +
The Alfa Romeo 156 932 as Kombi has 105 known weaknesses, 12 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Be Careful: AR37203 (1.6L Twin Spark), AR32104 (1.6L Twin Spark), AR32310 (2.0L Twin Spark), AR32201 (1.8L Twin Spark), AR32301 (2.0L Twin Spark), 937A1.000 (2.0L JTS), 932A.000 (3.2L V6 Busso), AR32401 (2.5L V6), 937A2.000 (1.9L JTD), 192A5.000 (1.9L JTD 16V), AR32501 (2.4L JTD), 841C000 (2.4L JTD), 841G.000 (2.4L JTDM). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'.
Is the Alfa Romeo 156 932 Kombi worth buying used? +
The Alfa Romeo 156 932 Kombi requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee

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