2022 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs The Competition
Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Lexus RX 350
 2022 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Sprint AWD |
VS |  2022 Lexus RX 350 Base FWD |
|---|---|---|
| $47,150 ✔ | Starting MSRP (excluding destination charges)* | $47,795 |
| 22 / 28 / 24 ✔ | MPG (city/hwy/combined) | 20 / 27 / 23 |
| 306 lb ft ✔ | Torque | 267 lb ft |
| Standard ✔ | Remote Start System | Optional |
| Standard, Rear ✔ | Parking Sensors | Optional |
| Standard ✔ | Rear Seat Audio Controls | Not Available |
| Leather ✔ | Seat Material | Leatherette |
| Driver & Passenger ✔ | Memory Seats | Optional |
| 4-Way, Driver & Passenger ✔ | Lumbar Adjustment | 2-Way, Driver & Passenger |
Our first matchup puts the Alfa Romeo Stelvio up against one of the most popular vehicles in the crossover luxury SUV segment — the Lexus RX 350. Looking at base model pricing, the Stelvio has the edge with a $645 price advantage over the RX 350. In terms of performance, the Stelvio continues to shine with greater torque than the RX 350 for superior low-end response. Even with this advantage in performance, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio still manages to outperform the Lexus RX 350 across all three measurements of fuel economy. Choosing the Stelvio means you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds with outstanding efficiency and potent power delivery.
You’ll also enjoy a higher level of standard equipment including comfort and convenience features when you drive a Stelvio. For example, its standard remote start system lets you avoid getting into a vehicle which is too hot in the summer or too cold in the winter. Standard rear parking sensors give you added confidence when reversing in or out of a tight parking space. Both of these helpful features will cost you extra on the Lexus RX 350.
Comparing interior comfort features, only the Stelvio offers 4-way lumbar adjustability for both the driver and passenger. You’ll also receive seat memory, rear seat audio controls, and genuine leather seating surfaces instead of the synthetic leatherette found on the RX 350. No matter which way you look at it, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio proves to be the better choice.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs BMW X3
 2022 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Sprint AWD |
VS |  2022 BMW X3 xDrive30i |
|---|---|---|
| $47,150 ✔ | Starting MSRP (excluding destination charges)* | $45,700 |
| 280 HP / 306 lb ft ✔ | Horsepower / Torque | 248 HP / 258 lb ft |
| Keyless Go Doors & Push Button Start ✔ | Proximity Key | Push Button Start Only |
| Standard ✔ | Remote Start | Optional |
| Standard ✔ | Overhead Storage Console | Not Available |
| 4-Way, Driver & Passenger ✔ | Lumbar Adjustability | Optional |
| Driver & Passenger ✔ | Memory Seats | Driver Only |
| Leather ✔ | Seat Material | Leatherette |
| Standard ✔ | Rear Audio Controls | Not Available |
Next up to challenge the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is the BMW X3. The BMW X3 has been thoroughly refreshed for the new model year, but it’s still missing several standard features compared to the Alfa Romeo Stelvio. In fact, simply ordering leather seating surfaces – standard on the Stelvio, but a $1,450 option on the BMW – completely eliminates the BMW’s price advantage, and still leaves you missing out on several other options. Optioning a BMW X3 out with the same equipment as the Alfa Romeo Stelvio will quickly result in a price advantage in favor of the Alfa Romeo. Drivers craving an extra boost of adrenaline on their commutes will be impressed by the Stelvio, offering greater horsepower and torque than the X3. Its potent turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and 8-speed automatic transmission combine to produce a thrilling ride.
Stelvio drivers will have more access to a variety of helpful convenience options which help improve every drive. For example, a simple touch of the door handle allows you to lock or unlock the doors of the Stelvio for quick entry. The proximity key of the BMW X3 only allows you to start the engine. Similarly, the Stelvio comes standard with a remote start system which comes in handy on chilly winter mornings. You’ll have to pay extra to receive similar equipment on the BMW X3.
A standard overhead storage console provides the perfect place to keep your valuables stored securely out of sight inside the Stelvio. Rear seat audio controls also offer back seat passengers freedom to choose their favorite songs. Both options are not available at all on the BMW X3.
In terms of comfort, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio comes standard with genuine leather seating surfaces as compared to the leatherette found inside the X3. 4-way lumbar adjustability and seat memory are included as standard for both the driver and front passenger on the Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The BMW X3 cannot match the Stelvio in these areas.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Mercedes-Benz GLC 300
 2022 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Sprint AWD |
VS |  2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Base 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| $47,150 ✔ | Starting MSRP (excluding destination charges)* | $45,850 |
| 280 ✔ | Horsepower | 255 |
| 306 lb ft ✔ | Torque | 273 lb ft |
| 22 / 29 / 25 ✔ | MPG (city/hwy/combined) | 22 / 28 / 24 |
| Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge (HID) ✔ | Headlamp Type | LED |
| Standard | LED Brake Lights | Standard |
| 40.2 inches ✔ | Front Head Room | 39.6 inches |
| Standard ✔ | Rear Audio Controls | Not Available |
| 8 ✔ | Number of Speakers | 6 |
The third competitor to challenge the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 SUV. Right off the bat, it’s clear that the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is both roomier, more powerful, and more fuel-efficient than its competition.
Once again, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio delivers more horsepower and torque than the GLC 300 for a more rewarding driving experience. Its significant performance advantage also doesn’t make any sacrifices when it comes to fuel economy. While the Mercedes-Benz matches its city MPG rating, the Stelvio outperforms it in both highway and combined ratings. Choosing Alfa Romeo means that you will spend less time filling up at the pump.
When it comes to lighting, superior visibility not only provides a stylish accent to your vehicle — it can also make a tremendous difference in your safety when driving in harsh weather conditions. The Stelvio comes standard with bi-xenon high intensity discharge (HID) headlamps and LED brake lights. Mercedes-Benz buyers will have to make do with standard LED headlights.
Standard ParkSense rear parking sensors also help take the guesswork out of squeezing the Stelvio into a tight space. Selecting the Alfa Romeo also means receiving a greater number of audio speakers for an improved listening experience along with standard rear audio controls to give rear passengers control of their favorite tunes. Finally, you’ll also receive more headroom up front, for a more comfortable driving experience overall.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Porsche Macan
 2022 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Sprint AWD |
VS |  2022 Porsche Macan Base AWD |
|---|---|---|
| $47,150 ✔ | Starting MSRP (excluding destination charges)* | $54,900 |
| 22 / 28 / 24 ✔ | MPG (city/hwy/combined) | 19 / 23 / 21 |
| 280 HP / 306 lb ft ✔ | Horsepower / Torque | 261 HP / 295 lb ft |
| Brembo 4-Wheel Disc ✔ | Brakes | 4-Wheel Disc |
| 8 ✔ | Transmission Speeds | 7 |
| Standard ✔ | Remote Start | Not Available |
| Standard ✔ | Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror | Optional |
| Power 4-Way, Driver & Passenger ✔ | Lumbar Support | Optional |
| Driver ✔ | Seat Memory | Optional |
| 56.5 cubic feet ✔ | Maximum Cargo Capacity | 53 cubic feet |
Up next, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio goes up against the Porsche Macan. Choosing the Stelvio means you’ll save $7,750 over the Porsche SUV. You’d think paying such a high premium for the Porsche crest would get you more performance, equipment, and comfort features. Unfortunately, this is not the case.
The Stelvio not only delivers superior fuel efficiency across all three categories of MPG, it’s also more powerful than the Porsche Macan. Stelvio drivers will enjoy the best of both worlds, all while doing so at a lower price. The superior stopping power of its Brembo 4-wheel disc brakes provides confidence when you need them most. A more-sophisticated 8-speed automatic transmission also contributes to the superlative power delivery and efficiency of the Stelvio.
Included as standard on the Stelvio are an auto-dimming rear view mirror and remote start system, both of which add convenience. Turning our focus towards the interiors of both SUVs, the Alfa Romeo offers 2.5 additional cubic feet of cargo capacity. Furthermore, you’ll also receive seat memory for the driver’s seat along with power 4-way lumbar support for both the driver and passenger. If comfort is a priority, the clear choice is the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Volvo XC60
| 2022 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Sprint AWD |
VS |  2022 Volvo XC60 Momentum AWD |
|---|---|---|
| $47,150 | Starting MSRP (excluding destination charges)* | $44,950 |
| 22 / 28 / 24 | MPG (city/hwy/combined) | 22 / 28 / 24 |
| 280 HP ✔ | Horsepower / Torque | 247 HP |
| 306 lb-ft ✔ | Torque | 258 lb-ft |
| Standard | Parking Sensors | Standard |
| 18.5 cubic feet ✔ | Cargo Space (behind second row) | 17.8 cubic feet |
| 18×8” ✔ | Wheel Size | 18×7.5” |
| Standard ✔ | Rear Audio Controls | Not Available |
Our next competitor is the Volvo XC60. While many think of Volvo vehicles as “the practical choice,” that’s simply not the case when you compare it to the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
While the Volvo is less expensive, the Stelvio offers many features you can’t buy on the XC60 at any price. The Stelvio has a more cavernous cargo area behind the seats, as well as discrete audio controls for rear seat passengers. This allows all of the occupants in your Alfa Romeo to fine-tune their listening experience, making for a more comfortable ride.
Of course, being able to bring more stuff along is nice, but what’s even nicer is traveling further between fill-ups. Despite being a more performance-oriented SUV, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio bests the Volvo on city, highway, and combined fuel economy.
Let’s take a moment to discuss performance. Even though it’s more fuel-efficient, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio offers substantially more horsepower and torque than the Volvo. It also offers wider wheels and tires for a sure-footed grip on the road, which helps with roadholing for both performance and safety.
Put simply, the Volvo XC60 is no competition for the Stelvio. Despite its handsome, sporty exterior and engaging driving experience, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is the more practical choice as well when compared to the Volvo XC60.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Infiniti QX50
| 2022 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Sprint AWD |
VS |  2022 Infiniti QX50 Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| $47,150 | Starting MSRP (excluding destination charges)* | $41,000 |
| 280 ✔ | Horsepower | 268 |
| 306 lb-ft ✔ | Torque | 280 lb-ft |
| 22 / 29 / 25 ✔ | MPG (city/hwy/combined) | 22 / 28 / 25 |
| 116.1 cubic feet ✔ | Total Passenger Volume | 102.2 cubic feet |
| 38.9 inches | Rear Seat Headroom | 38.4 inches |
| 8 ✔ | Number of Speakers | 6 |
| 16.9 gallons ✔ | Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 gallons |
The Infiniti QX50 is a small, sporty SUV like the Alfa Romeo Stelvio. However, there’s more to performance than just looking good.
The Infiniti QX50 simply cannot match the horsepower and torque of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio. Although the Stelvio boasts superior performance, it can also boast superior fuel economy as well. That’s a great combination any way you look at it.
In addition to better fuel efficiency, the Stelvio can also boast a longer range. The fuel tank of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is nearly a full gallon larger than the one found in the Infiniti. When you hit the road in the Stelvio, you can spend less time filling up and more time enjoying the ride.
Your passengers will certainly enjoy the larger interior volume of the Stelvio, especially rear seat passengers. There’s more headroom in the backseat for Stelvio passengers than you’ll find in the Infiniti.
Your passengers will also enjoy the right thanks to a better standard stereo in the Alfa Romeo. With 8 speakers instead of 6, your music will sound much better to everyone in the car, assuming you can all agree on something. Remember, the Stelvio offers rear audio controls as standard – a very rare feature in this class of vehicle.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Audi Q5 Sportback
| 2022 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Sprint AWD |
VS |  2022 Audi Q5 Sportback Premium 45 TFSI quattro |
|---|---|---|
| $47,150 | Starting MSRP (excluding destination charges)* | $45,800 |
| 280 ✔ | Horsepower | 261 |
| 306 lb-ft ✔ | Torque | 273 lb-ft |
| 8 ✔ | Transmission Speeds | 7 |
| 22 / 29 / 25 ✔ | MPG (city/hwy/combined) | 23 / 28 / 25 |
| 40.2 inches | Front Seat Headroom | 38 inches |
| 38.9 inches ✔ | Rear Seat Headroom | 37.5 inches |
| 56.5 cubic feet ✔ | Cargo Space (behind first row) | 53.1 cubic feet |
As we’ve stated before on this list, there’s a big difference between looking fast and being fast. This comparison between the Alfa Romeo Stelvio and the Audi Q5 Sportback drives that point home even further.
The Alfa Romeo earns its premium price tag by outperforming the Audi with a more powerful engine and a better transmission. Both vehicles are fairly matched when it comes to fuel economy.
When it comes to interior volume, though, the Audi falls short – literally. The Alfa Romeo boasts better headroom front and rear, and with the rear seats folded down, there’s more cargo space available in the Alfa Romeo as well.
While the Audi does look sporty with its racy roofline, it simply cannot perform at the same level as the Alfa Romeo Stelvio on a day-to-day basis. The Stelvio offers a more engaging driving experience – and it’s more practical to boot.
We will acknowledge that the styling of the Audi is fairly handsome, but it’s very understated and commonplace. You certainly won’t see yourself coming and going in the Alfa Romeo Stelvio. It’s a special kind of vehicle for a special kind of driver. It just so happens that it’s also the best at what it does.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Jaguar F-PACE
| 2022 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Sprint AWD |
VS |  2022 Jaguar F-PACE S P250 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| $47,150 ✔ | Starting MSRP (excluding destination charges)* | $54,000 |
| 280 ✔ | Horsepower | 247 |
| 306 lb-ft ✔ | Torque | 269 lb-ft |
| 144 MPH ✔ | Top Speed | 135 MPH |
| 22 / 29 / 25 ✔ | MPG (city/hwy/combined) | 22 / 27 / 22 |
| 40.2 inches ✔ | Front Seat Headroom | 37.8 inches |
| 38.9 inches ✔ | Rear Seat Headroom | 37.5 inches |
| 38.9 inches ✔ | Rear Seat Headroom | 37.5 inches |
| 38.7 feet ✔ | Turning Radius | 39.1 feet |
We’re nearing the end of our list. Let’s do a comparison between two very impressive high-performance luxury SUVs. This is where the fun begins – especially for the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, which proves superior yet again.
The Stelvio costs a whopping $6,850 less than the Jaguar F-PACE, despite having more horsepower and torque, as well as a higher top speed. Although you will likely never see such speeds in your Stelvio, it’s good to have high-performance braggings rights like this. After all, we are talking high-performance luxury SUVs, here.
It’s worth noting that, yet again, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio proves to be more fuel-efficient than its competitor despite offering substantially better performance. Now those are the kind of bragging rights you can appreciate on a regular basis.
In addition, the Stelvio is more maneuverable than the Jaguar F-PACE, with a tighter turning radius that will make backroad jaunts that much more fun. The Stelvio will tackle those tight corners better than the Jaguar can.
In addition, passengers in the Stelvio will have more room to remain comfortable. The Jaguar can’t beat the Alfa Romeo when it comes to front and rear seat headroom.
As impressive as the F-PACE is, you’re paying an awful lot of money for a high performance SUV that just doesn’t measure up to the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Maserati Levante
 2022 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio AWD |
VS |  2022 Maserati Levante Modena |
|---|---|---|
| $84,650 ✔ | Starting MSRP (excluding destination charges)* | $92,200 |
| 505 ✔ | Horsepower | 424 |
| 443 lb-ft ✔ | Torque | 428 lb-ft |
| 176 MPH ✔ | Top Speed | 164 MPH |
| 3.6 seconds ✔ | 0-60 Time | 5.0 seconds |
| 56.5 cubic feet ✔ | Cargo Space (behind first row) | 57.4 cubic feet |
| Harman Kardon | Premium Audio System | Harman Kardon |
| 21-inches ✔ | Wheel Size | 20-inches |
We’re closing out this list of comparisons with something a little fun. Maserati and Alfa Romeo have been crosstown rivals for decades. Both carry the torch of bespoke Italian luxury sports cars, and now, they both offer a high-performance SUV.
Here, we compare models that exist in a similar price bracket. While more powerful Maserati Levante models exist, they cost many tens of thousands of dollars more than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio. In fact, the Maserati Levante Modena still costs $7,550 more than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio despite being clearly outclassed in terms of raw performance.
Both offer similar creature comforts and a similar size. However, the performance of the Maserati Levante GranSport simply cannot compare to the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio.
The Alfa Romeo boasts 81 more horsepower, 15 more lb-ft of torque, a 12 MPH higher top speed, and a 0-60 time over a full second quicker.
Once again, we have to ask what’s more important: looking fast, or being fast? Luckily, with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, you never have to choose – you get both.
The same can’t be said for the Maserati Levante. As attractive as it is, you have to spend deep into the six-figure range to get something that can compete with the Stelvio Quadrifoglio. The correct choice is obvious – the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is a winner any way you slice it.
Winner — Alfa Romeo Stelvio
Now that you’ve seen the results, the clear winner of this competitive comparison is the striking Alfa Romeo Stelvio. Even its biggest rivals from BMW, Porsche, Jaguar, and Maserati can’t match the outstanding value, advanced technology, potent performance, and impressive efficiency found on the Stelvio. Alfa Romeo Louisville invites you to come experience all that the Stelvio has to offer.
*MSRP excludes destination, taxes, title and registration fees. Starting at price refers to the base model, optional equipment not included. A more expensive model may be shown. Pricing and offers may change at any time without notification. Stelvio starting at price refers to the base model with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto included. To get full pricing details, see your dealer.