Alfa Romeo wants to surprise us by entering the world of sports SUVs. On this occasion, they have used good arguments to defend their position, since with the Stelvio they point to the cream of the premium SUV segment. Proof of this is that Audi, BWM and Mercedes-Benz will have a very bad time when the Italian all-roader hits the market.
Actually, It is not the first time that Alfa Romeo has made this type of bet. In the 50s he built a beefy 4×4 called the Matta. However, the Stelvio It is flour from another costal and it is not so focused on crossing large trialeras. Its mission in the market is, together with the Giulia and the firm's new models, to return Alfa Romeo to the place where it should never have left, the sports premium preserve.
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is well known because its arrival on the market is highly anticipated. However today's news is adoption of two new mechanics and the introduction of the famous four wheel drive Q4 of the signature. The first engine to be incorporated is a diesel cycle. It is the same mechanism that has just put the Giulia up for sale, that is, the new 2.2-liter four-cylinder turbo that produces 210 hp.
The second mechanic that reaches the Stelvio range is the new 2.0 liter turbo petrol engine four-cylinder capable of develop 280CV and an impressive 400Nm of torque from an incredible 2250rpm. The best thing about this engine is that within its category it is the one with the best acceleration. According to the Italian firm, the Stelvio is capable of going from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in just 5,7 seconds.
The rest of the mechanics that will make up the range will arrive in no time. The signature will include two new mechanics (one gasoline and the other diesel) with 200 and 180 hp. The gasoline block will be based on the same 2-liter turbo block of the version that we bring you today but a little decaffeinated. The same thing will happen in the diesel version, since it is the same block as the 210 hp but in this case it will bring thirty less hp. In both cases They will be associated with an automatic gearbox with eight relations and all-wheel drive Q4. In addition, to lower the price of entry in the 180 hp diesel mechanics, it can also be purchased with traction only to the rear axle.
Customers who purchase the Stelvio with Q4 all-wheel drive They must know that they mount one of the best tractions on the market. Just start the car engine power goes to the rear axleHowever, if the vehicle detects loss of traction, that is when it will ask the traction to start working. In this way the Stelvio can send up to 50% of the torque to the front axle. This is very useful since it does not compromise consumption and allows customers to have a four-wheel drive without the need for complex mechanical systems.
On the other hand, the brand has tried to create a very rigid and light chassis. To achieve this, the Stelvio is mounted on a body made of lightweight aluminum (the same used by the Giulia). In addition, so that the total weight of the set does not shoot up so much, the doors, the hood and the tailgate are made of light alloy. This makes its weight, in running order, is a remarkable 1.695 kilos.
If we compare it with the Jaguar F-Pace, which weighs about 1.775, we can see the good job that Italian engineers have done to control its mass. With these data we can see that it is the lightest vehicle in its category. In addition, the distribution of masses and the low polar moment of inertia make it one of the most dynamic cars and reactive at the wheel.
If we go inside it we have to the quality of the Stelvio is light years away from what Alfa Romeos looked like a decade ago. The materials used (wood, leather and textile fabrics) to cover its dashboard, doors and seats are first class. Also, one aspect that should be highlighted is the noise of the set engine and exhaust since Alfa Romeo wants its Stelvio to stand out for a round sporty set. In this case, the 2.0 turbo generates a sporty and pleasant symphony emitted at almost the entire rev range, giving it a distinguished character.
At equipment section and driving aids the Alfa Romeo Stelvio takes a giant step forward and ranks with the best in the segment. One of the most demanded elements will be your AlfaConnect infotainment system with touch screens up to 8,8 inches. In it, the driver will be able to replicate the information on his smartphone and even see three-dimensional GPS maps.
The assistants and driving aids they will be very abundant and as standard or as an option you can mount elements as interesting as the Integrated Braking System (IBS) or the electromechanical system that combines stability control with a traditional brake booster to offer fast and forceful braking. It will also mount Forward collision warning, autonomous emergency brake or the lane departure. The object detectors in blind spots and radar to back out of the parking lot will also not be missing, as well as a active cruise control that will automatically regulate the speed with the vehicle that precedes us.
On this occasion, each engine of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is associated with a specific finish. In the case of 280 hp gasoline is associated with the special edition «First Edition» and its price is encrypted at 62.000 euros. The 210 hp diesel mechanic is linked to super finish and its price starts at 48.300 euros. When the range is completed with the rest of the mechanics, we will review its novelties as well as the prices with which it will reach the market.
For the rest, we are looking forward to trying it, since it will surely be one of our favorites in that ideal garage that all of us who are passionate about cars have.
Source – Alfa Romeo
Its price was too high, from 48 euros I saw it coming, the same will happen with the Kia Stinger. That the handsome cost so much that it takes away your desire, we are going to pay for a car what a house is worth.
It is a “premium” car, so (unfortunately) not all of us can afford this car or many others categorized in this way… Regards! 😉
If the 500cv jumps the 100 thousand.,. It's the same car but with a different engine and more horsepower.
Unfortunately, they are expensive. Cheers!