If you’re into light weight, pure enthusiasm-type of convertibles, then you should be on the lookout on March 3, when the new Alfa Romeo 4C Spider makes its European debut at the Geneva Motor Show.

The Coupe version will also be present, with more standard features and a wider range of options, but it will most likely give up the spotlight in favor of the 4C Spider.

The Spider is obviously very similar to the Coupe, except when viewed from the back where it features a more pronounced rear end and a body-colored engine cover, complete with 3 heat extractors and a beautiful yet subtle spoiler.

Up front you’ll find new projector-style xenon headlights as standard, and as for that wonderful Giallo (yellow) color you see in these images, that’s also new.

In order to turn the Coupe into a Spider, Alfa built a new aluminum rollover structure, a custom carbon fiber windscreen frame and a high-strength steel engine compartment cross-member. And because protecting the passengers from the elements is very important, Alfa Romeo will also release an optional carbon fiber hardtop.

Performance-wise, the new Alfa 4C Spider will debut the central-mounted optional Akrapovic titanium exhaust system, finished with carbon fiber bezels and offering switchable modes, selectable by the driver. There’s also a new carbon fiber air intake system alongside a number of all-new wheel designs in either 17/18″ front/rear or 18/19″ sizes.

The 4C Spider is powered by the same 240 HP TBi engine as the Coupe, which means it can get on with it in a hurry when you put your foot down. The resulting 0 to 60 mph time of less than 4.5 seconds is mighty impressive. The Spider is also able to generate the same 1.1g of lateral acceleration and 1.25g of braking deceleration as the Coupe version.

Inside, you’ll find a new audio system available with wide-ranging device connectivity, including Bluetooth and music streaming. To make things even better, the Spider’s cabin can be trimmed in premium leather with accent stitching and carbon fiber vent surrounds which will make you feel like you’re in much more of an exotic product than the badge would let you believe. A traditional tan leather interior will also be offered as an option.

Furthermore, 4C Coupe also benefits from a number of standard features which previously optional, such as the Hi-Fi sound system, luxury floor mats, Bi-LED headlights, an Alfa Romeo 4C car cover and car care kit, parking sensors and cruise control.

The projector-style headlights and Giallo paint will be made available as an option on the new Coupes later in the year.

Because the cars have better standard equipment, prices for the new Coupe now start from £51,500 OTR in the UK, while the 4C Spider will cost you £59,500 OTR.

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