The refreshed Alfa Romeo Mito has gone on sale in the UK, bringing revised styling, updated trim levels and emissions starting from 89g/km.

The updated Alfa Romeo Mito brings emissions starting from 89g/km

Priced from £12,960 OTR, the new model gains updated styling in line with the new Alfa Romeo Giulia and including new sports grilles, dark-finish headlamp bezels, revised rear bumper designs and new alloy wheels, as well as new Alfa White paint option. The Mito badge also been updated to feature the same script as the new Giulia.

Inside, all models get new upgraded seat upholsteries, Uconnect Live services and a new finish on the centre console, dashboard and door trims.

Equipment levels see the introduction of a new entry-point trim called Alfa Romeo Mito. This replaces the ‘Progression’ model and brings standard kit including new 16-inch alloy wheels, satin chrome-effect exterior detailing (grille surrounds, headlamp and tail lamp surrounds), air conditioning, Alfa DNA driving mode selector, a rear spoiler and a Uconnect five-inch touchscreen infotainment system with DAB and Bluetooth connectivity.

Other changes see the introduction of a new Mito Super model that replaces the ‘Distinctive’ trim level and builds on the entry-level model by adding cruise control; 17-inch ‘Turbine’ alloy wheels; Alfa code immobiliser and alarm; front fog lamps; special upholstery with Eco-Leather side bolstering; aluminium sports pedals, footrest and kickplates; chrome effect window sills; satin-effect door handles; space-saver spare wheel and the Comfort Pack as standard.

The range also offers the Mito Speciale, which replaces the QV Line, and the new range topper, the Mito Veloce.

Engine choices include the 77bhp 1.4-litre petrol, 875cc Turbo Petrol TwinAir 103bhp and the 94bhp 1.3 JTDM-2 while the top-spec Velcoce model comes with the 168bhp 1.4 MultiAir 170hp petrol with ALFA TCT transmission with steering wheel-mounted gearshift paddles.