In the world of sports SUVs the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio stands almost apart from all the others.
Here is an AWD SUV that is both beautiful to look at and beautiful to drive. It certainly attracted plenty of attention and compliments about its design when I was out and about.
Starting from a touch under $148,000, plus the usual costs, the range-topping Quadrifoglio boasts a powerful 2.9L V6 Bi-Turbo petrol engine delivering power of 375kW and torque of 600 Nm, it has a top speed of 283 km/h and will race from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds.
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Figures tell you one thing, driving tells us another. While many sports SUVs with that kind of performance tend to be a bit brutal in delivery, the Alfa is all smoothness and finesse.
In fact the Stelvio Quadrifoglio is deceptively quick, the acceleration, when you plant the right foot is exhilarating and there is a sharp raspy exhaust note.
The closest to The Stelvio Quadrifoglio in terms of price performance ratio and smoothness is the Jaguar F-PACE SVR, which is also beautiful in design.
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Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio |
| Model Price | $147,950 MLP* |
| Engine | 2.9L V Twin Turbo Petrol |
| Drivetrain | AWD 8 Sp Sports AT |
| Power | 375kW @ 6500rpm |
| Torque | 600Nm @ 2500-5000rpm |
| Safety | 5 Star ANCAP (Tested Mar 2018) |
| CO2 Emissions | 233 g/km |
| Economy ADR/ Capacity | 10.2L/100km / 12.1L/100K on test / 64L |
| 0-100kmh/Top Speed | 3.8 Secs / 283 kmh |
| Servicing | 12 Mths / 15,000km Fixed price service |
| Warranty | 3yr/ 150,000 km with 3 Yr. conditional roadside assist |
*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)
Overall Rating |
89/100 |
| Behind the Wheel | 9 |
| Comfort | 9 |
| Equipment | 9 |
| Performance | 10 |
| Ride and Handling | 8 |
| Practicality | 9 |
| Fit for Purpose | 9 |
| Towing/Payload Capability | 9 |
| Technology / connectivity | 8 |
| Value for Money | 9 |
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