The new Alfa Romeo Giulietta Business Edition is based on the mid-range Distinctive trim level but with more than £2,000 worth of additional equipment.

In addition to the Distinctive trim’s 16-inch alloy wheels; dual-zone climate control; cruise control; rear parking sensors; DAB digital radio and Bluetooth connectivity, the new Business Edition benefits from the 6.5-inch Uconnect infotainment system upgrade, with voice-programmable satellite navigation with 3D mapping, as well as the Visibility Pack (dusk and rain sensors; self-dimming rear-view interior mirror and power folding door mirrors), front seat electric lumbar support and front parking sensors as well as metallic or special paint as a no-cost option.

The latest addition to the Giulietta range is offered with a choice of four, tax-friendly, low-CO2 engines: the 1.6-litre JTDM-2 turbo-diesel 105PS (CO2: 104g/km, Combined Economy 70.6 MPG, 2014-2015 BIK Rate 16%) and the new 2.0-litre JTDM-2 turbo-diesel 150hp (CO2: 110g/km, Combined Economy 67.3 MPG, BIK Rate 18 percent), both with six-speed manual transmissions.

The line-up also includes as the 1.4 Turbo Petrol 170hp (CO2: 119g/km, Combined Economy 55.4 MPG, BIK Rate 18%) and 2.0-litre JTDM-2 turbo-diesel 175hp (CO2: 116g/km, Combined Economy 64.2 MPG, BIK Rate 18%), both with Alfa Romeo’s six-speed ALFA TCT twin dry-clutch transmissions.

As well as offering extra kit compared to the Distinctive model, the OTR price for the Business Edition is actually lower when both are equipped with comparable engines, giving highly competitive P11D and BiK figures.

The new Alfa Romeo Business is on sale now, priced from £18,990 OTR.