Alfa Romeo Promotes MiTo GTA With Track Footage

After details and first shots of the Alfa Romeo MiTo GTA were released at the 2009 Geneva Auto Show, the Italian automaker has now followed up with a promotional video showing off the sporty hatch.

The MiTo goes head to head with a Giulia GTA (another vehicle that features the Gran Turismo Alleggerito badge) on the track, but stops right in front of the finish line to let the elder GTA win. Benny Benassi echoes in the background as Alfa Romeo gives us a preview of the MiTo's handling and acceleration in Valencia.

This lightweight compact has a variety of carbon fiber parts and is powered by a 1.7-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that makes 240 horsepower. It also gets a lowered suspension and an aluminum braking system to help cut weight.

Not like we need another reason to hope for Alfa's return, but here's another. Write By : Mike Lysaght