Used 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia for SaleNationwide

How much does the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia cost?

Prices have softened 14.48% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 169 listings available, which gives you a modest amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia a good car?

Yes — with a 5/5 user rating and an expert score of 7.7/10, you’re looking at a sedan that lands well with shoppers who value driving enjoyment. The Giulia’s strongest appeal is its performance-first personality, attractive cabin, stylish design, and great handling. The standout strength is Performance at 10/10.

The trade-offs are real: the back seat is cramped, cargo space is limited, and the technology can feel outdated. That makes it a better fit if you care more about a fun-to-drive luxury sedan than maximum practicality or the latest interface polish.

Only 33.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so the market is selective rather than flooded with bargains.

Is the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction. The Giulia’s appeal comes from its engaging driving character and premium feel, and the expert review also points to a cabin with a number of creature comforts. Its standard 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder is described as responsive around town and at highway speeds, which supports everyday dependability.

The Giulia’s infotainment was updated, but the system still isn’t as intuitive as it could be, so usability may be a frustration over time. For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that you should expect a car that rewards careful maintenance and a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

What should I look for when buying a used 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia?

At 73.4% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should run a vehicle history report before you commit, then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on bodywork, electronics, and signs of uneven wear. Pay close attention to how the cabin, infotainment, and driver-assistance features function, since this model’s appeal depends heavily on condition and equipment working as intended.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Sprint trim brings leather upholstery, remote start, dual-zone climate control, power-adjustable front seats, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and an 8.8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Ti adds a panoramic sunroof, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and front parking sensors, while the Ti Sport adds unique exterior design elements, a limited-slip rear differential, and a sport steering wheel. The Quadrifoglio adds upgraded aerodynamic bodywork, a carbon-fiber roof, Brembo brakes, a Harman Kardon premium audio system, and an Alcantara headliner.
• Powertrain: The standard 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder makes 280 horsepower and 306 pound-feet of torque, with rear-wheel drive standard and all-wheel drive available. The Quadrifoglio uses a twin-turbo 2.9-liter V6 with 505 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
• Safety package: Standard driver assistance includes automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, and rear parking sensors. Lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, traffic-sign recognition, and a driver drowsiness monitor are optional, so you should confirm which features are actually fitted.
• Infotainment: The Giulia uses an 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on the Sprint trim. The system can also be controlled by a rotary dial, and the updated graphics and menu navigation are better than before, though usability still trails the best systems.
• Fuel efficiency: The base engine with rear-wheel drive returns 24 mpg city, 33 mpg highway, and 27 mpg combined. With all-wheel drive, it drops to 23 mpg city, 31 mpg highway, and 26 mpg combined. The Quadrifoglio returns 17 mpg city, 25 mpg highway, and 20 mpg combined.

Which 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia trim should I buy?

The 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia is offered in 4 trim levels: Sprint, Ti, Ti Sport, and Quadrifoglio.

Here's the short version:

• Sprint: This is the best-value trim if you want the Giulia’s core appeal without stretching the budget. You get leather upholstery, remote start, dual-zone climate control, power-adjustable front seats, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and the 8.8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Ti: This is the trim to choose if you want more comfort and convenience features, including a panoramic sunroof, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and front parking sensors. It’s the better pick if you want a more upscale daily driver.
• Ti Sport: This trim adds unique exterior design elements, a limited-slip rear differential, and a sport steering wheel. It makes sense if you want a more distinctive look and a slightly more performance-focused feel than the Ti.
• Quadrifoglio: This is the high-performance choice, with the most potent engine available, upgraded aerodynamic bodywork, a carbon-fiber roof, Brembo brakes, a Harman Kardon premium audio system, and an Alcantara headliner. It’s for you if performance is the priority and you want the most serious Giulia.

Most of the advanced driver-assistance features are optional, so check each listing carefully to make sure the safety equipment you want is included.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find opportunities.

• Deal availability: 33.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 169 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 14.48% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 73.4% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $19,291, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia's resale value?

The current average of $19,316 sits slightly below last year's $22,587.

That drop suggests the Giulia has already absorbed a meaningful amount of depreciation, which can be good news if you’re buying used. For a future seller, it also means resale value may remain sensitive to condition, mileage, and equipment because shoppers in this segment tend to compare carefully.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia safe?

The 2021 Giulia comes standard with driver assistance features such as automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, and rear parking sensors. Other than that, most driver assistance features are optional, including lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, traffic-sign recognition, and a driver drowsiness monitor.

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

That means you should verify exactly which safety features are installed on any used example you’re considering. If a listing lacks the optional driver-assistance package, you may be giving up several features that are standard on some rivals.

Should I buy a 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2021 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2021 if:

• 33.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 73.4% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 14.48% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• For 2021, the Giulia gains a couple of new standard features in the top-tier trims.

Consider the 2020 if:

• At $17,783, the 2020 costs less than the current year's $19,316 average.
• It adds updated infotainment and driver assistance features while keeping the same athletic character.

The bottom line: If you want the newer model-year pricing context and the 2021 updates in the top trims, the 2021 is the better all-around pick. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2020 gives you a similar driving personality for less money.

How does the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia compare to the 2021 BMW 3 Series?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia:

• Pros: Stylish design, Fun to drive, Great handling.
• Cons: Cramped back seat, Not much cargo space, Outdated technology.

2021 BMW 3 Series:

• Pros: Multiple body styles, Great handling, Impressive technology.
• Cons: Advanced safety features are not standard.

Our experts score the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia 7.7/10 and the 2021 BMW 3 Series 6.8/10. The Giulia is the more characterful choice if you care most about style and driving enjoyment. The 3 Series counters with stronger tech and more body-style flexibility, but you’ll want to check safety equipment carefully because advanced features are not standard.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.