Alfa Rome announced production of a brand new 1.8 liter turbocharged four-pot with a maximum output of 300 hp.

That’s superb rating for a 1.8, despite turbocharger. Besides the ability it’s going to even be very efficient. The recent engine is compatible with future emissions standards in both Europe (Euro 6) and the U.S. (Tier 2 Bin 5).

This unit features 200-bar gasoline direct injection system, dual variable timing and a high-efficiency turbocharger and it’s made entirely out of aluminum. The aluminum architecture, combined with probably the most innovative technologies, will offer power-to-weight ratio, fuel efficiency, acoustic and vibrational comfort, and driving performance which might be the perfect in its category and characteristic of Alfa Romeo engines.

Alfa has not confirmed which models would be getting this engine, but says it’s designed for both transversal and longitudinal applications.

“This is a particularly important step for Alfa Romeo, as we continue to reposition our brand and get ready it for global distribution. The United States remains our primary objective as we prepare for a 2013 introduction of our models,” added Harald J. Wester, Fiat’s Chief Technology Officer and head of the Alfa Romeo and Maserati Brands. “The dedication of Group-wide resources to develop specific powertrain solutions for the explicit needs of Alfa Romeo is a mirrored image of the renewed thrust we’re placing at the development of this brand. It is a first step in a sequence of initiatives to be implemented inside the near future in an effort to reconnect Alfa Romeo to its historical roots as a premium Italian sports car brand.”