In Alfa Romeo's illustrious sporting and performance history, the Ti badge stands for Turismo Internazionale and it was reserved for those cars to which Alfa Romeo gave a more finely honed sporting edge at minimal extra cost.

Alfa Romeo Australia has taken this historic badge and further refined it: A more finely honed sporting edge at no extra cost, with the Alfa Romeo 156 Ti now available at the same recommended retail price - $49,950 - as the normal Alfa Romeo 156 JTS for a limited time.

The Alfa Romeo 156 Ti gains the unique style of 17 inch alloy wheels, up from the standard 16 inch wheels, shod with extra-grippy low profile tyres. Inside the standard upholstery is replaced by new sports leather upholstery which is wrapped around body hugging front sports seats for more enthusiastic driving. Completing the package is a unique thick-rimmed racing style leather steering wheel.

The Alfa Romeo 156 Ti is powered by the renowned 2.0 litre JTS engine that produces not just 121 kW and 206 Nm of torque, but also a rich aural sound track to accompany every drive. It powers the Alfa Romeo 156 Ti to 100 kmh in 8.2 seconds and on to a top speed of 220 kmh. The gearbox choice is a five speed manual for $49,950 or a Formula One-derived Selsepeed version for $52,950, which is also the same price as the normal 156 Selespeed.

In addition to its extra equipment, the Alfa Romeo 156 Ti shares the same comprehensive equipment level as the normal 156, with safety and security features including Alfa CODE engine immobilizer, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Anti-Slip Regulation traction control (ASR), Drivers, passenger, side and window airbags, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Fire Prevention System, Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) and rain sensing windscreen wiper operation. Comfort and convenience features include remote central locking with position lights verification, Cruise Control, drivers seat height and lumbar adjustment, dual-zone climate control air conditioning system, electric windows, front & rear, front & rear centre armrests, illuminated courtesy mirrors, RDS radio with CD and six speakers, rear seat ski tunnel, and steering mounted radio controls with height and reach adjustment.