ALFA Romeo's new 147 GTA will go on sale in March priced at £22,450 on-the-road.

The 250bhp 3.2-litre V6-engined car is based on the 147 hatchback and includes electronic systems to ensure the increased power is deployed safely.

There is anti-slip regulation (ASR) to limit wheelspin under acceleration, vehicle dynamic control (VDC) for stability, MSR to modulate braking torque and traction control active at low speeds.

Standard specification includes sports seats, cruise control, a Bose audio system, heated front seats and headlamp washers.