Model Tested: 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Ti Sport AWD
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Engine: 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder, 280 horsepower, 306 lb-ft torque
Transmission: 8-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel-drive
EPA Rating: 22-mpg city/28-mpg highway/24-mpg combined
Base Price: $43,995
As Tested: $53,640
Performance:
Alfa puts the “sport” in sport utility vehicle
Very athletic base 280-hp turbocharged four-cylinder
Crazy hot optional 505-hp twin turbocharged V-6 engine
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Efficient 8-speed automatic transmission
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Standard all-wheel-drive
Muscle car zero-to-sixty acceleration
Good fuel economy (especially for its performance levels)
Excellent braking
Comfort:
Excellent comfort on long or short trips
Very form-fitting, supportive, heated front seats
Stretch-out front legroom
Optional power side bolsters and lumbar support
Great flat-bottom steering wheel
Substantial wheelwell intrusion on rear doors
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Tall rear seat floor tunnel
Fine rear seat room with front seats moved forward
Wide, soft rear armrest
Ample headroom
Optional panoramic dual-pane sunroof really brightens interior
Large HVAC vents for rear occupants
Utility:
Large cargo area
Flat cargo deck, no lift-over
Great bonus storage under deck
Sliding rail cargo system
Stretchy cargo net with hooks/loops
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Retractable cargo cover
High opening power tailgate; tall people clear easily
Two auto-release levers in cargo area for split, folding seats
Slight upward slant to folded rear seats
Medium size rear door bins
WOW Factors:
Excellent, sporty performance; fun to drive
More sports sedan-like than truck-like
Unique, handsome Alfa styling
Stylish, upscale interior materials and design
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Whines:
Back seat is best for two, not three passengers
Flimsy seatback storage nets
No AWD controls
Owner’s manual dominates small glovebox
Bottom Line:
The 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Ti Sport is the SUV version of the exciting Alfa Guilia sport sedan. There’s ample functionality in the all-new Stelvio, but it’s the sporty performance, verve, style, and comfort that shine. The Alfa Stelvio puts affordable flair and fun in the midsize SUV segment.
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