by Independent Project Envisions a Racing Version of the Alfa Romeo Junior GTA
The Alfa Romeo Junior has become a true sales hit for the Italian brand in Europe, with the fully electric Veloce version topping the lineup in terms of performance. While Alfa Romeo hesitates to apply the Quadrifoglio badge to its entry-level model, an independent design project envisions a hardcore Junior GTA version, hoping to turn it into a styling-focused tuning kit.
The project is created by Resto ModGT from Italy. Despite the realistic illustrations, the Junior GTA exists only in the digital world. Nevertheless, its creators describe it as a “production-oriented concept” and are currently seeking collaboration to bring it to life.
Aggressive Design Inspired by the Giulia GTA
The Junior GTA features an aggressive body kit inspired by the limited-edition Giulia GTA sedan. It includes a redesigned front bumper with larger air intakes and carbon fiber inserts, widened fenders, body-colored side skirts, a discreet rear spoiler, and a special rear bumper with a large diffuser hiding dual exhaust pipes.
If this kit still seems too tame, Resto ModGT has also created a rendering for an even wilder Junior GTAm version.
This version adds a vented carbon fiber hood, a more aggressive front splitter, sharper side skirts, dual front canards, a rear wing, a redesigned rear diffuser with quad exhaust pipes, and a red tow strap.
Performance Questions Remain Open
While this project is positioned primarily as a design package, Resto ModGT states it is open to collaborating with suppliers regarding possible chassis upgrades or performance enhancements in the future.
In the renderings, the small crossover sits on larger alloy wheels with high-performance tires. It is also depicted with more powerful brake discs, red Brembo calipers, a wider track, and a noticeably lowered suspension.
Technical Limitations and Prospects
The most powerful Junior version currently in production is the fully electric Veloce with 278 hp. Theoretically, the styling kit could be installed on this model, except, of course, for the exhaust tips shown in the renderings.
This points to an obvious limitation. The only internal combustion engine currently available for the Junior is a mild-hybrid system based on a weak 1.2-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine from Stellantis, which is not the type of powertrain one would expect to see in a car bearing the GTA emblem.
The internal combustion engine produces 134 hp in the standard version and is paired with a single 28 hp electric motor.
The all-wheel-drive Ibrida Q4 version adds a second 28-hp motor on the rear axle, though this still doesn’t make it a rocketship.
Platform and Market Prospects
As for the chassis, the Junior uses the same CMP platform as numerous small hatchbacks and SUVs from Stellantis, including the Lancia Ypsilon, Peugeot 208 / 2008, Opel Corsa / Mokka, Citroen C4, DS3 Crossback, Jeep Avenger, and Fiat/Abarth 600.
Overall, it is clear that a hotter Junior version would require a new engine and a more sharply tuned suspension, and Alfa Romeo is not in a position to invest in a low-volume variant of its mass-market model. Nevertheless, some owners might be interested in a wild-looking tuning kit with the sole purpose of improving the crossover’s ability to attract attention.
The idea of creating such a version, even as a limited series or an installation kit, highlights the constant demand among enthusiasts for cars with pronounced character and sporting heritage, even if the technical foundation doesn’t fully match the image. The Junior’s market success could eventually create a foundation for bolder brand experiments in the future, especially if new, more powerful powertrains appear in the group’s arsenal.
