Our spies have spotted this prototype Alfa Romeo 149 running cooling system tests at the Nurburgring.Although this mule looks like a Fiat Bravo from the rear, its disguised front-end is lifted straight from the forthcoming 149, a premium hatchback that will rival the likes of the Audi A3.Despite extensive cladding around the front end, the 149’s next-generation Alfa family styling is obvious. The tapered headlights and outline of the front grille should bring cohesion with the recently unveiled MiTo, Alfa¹s new supermini.Leaked documents from Alfa tell us that the 149 will come with engines offering between 120bhp and 265bhp, and that its launch is scheduled for 2009.
