The 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is ready to make its mark on the SUV market in the UAE with its expected launch in 2018. Revealed globally at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show, the Stelvio left the SUV enthusiasts breathless with its stunning design and a promise of great performance.
Now, one year later, the production model of the Stelvio is ready to take the global car markets by storm with its amazing performance features and an impressive powertrain. Alfa Romeo is making its first move into the SUV market with the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio to the overwhelming expectations of luxury vehicle enthusiasts.
Named after the Stelvio Pass, which is world famous for its mountainous terrain, hairpin curves and challenging for the most capable drivers, the Stelvio SUV lives up to the name it has been given. A smooth ride, precise control, and sporty performance make the Alfa Romeo’s first SUV a welcome addition to the already versatile global SUV market.
The functional efficiency of its Italian design complements the flow and consistency of Stelvio’s performance, thus resulting in a vehicle that performs flawlessly while being one of the most visually appealing vehicles in the market. This compact SUV will be available in the UAE in two trim levels with varying levels of luxury features.
Here is an in depth review of the all-new Alfa Romeo Stelvio with a look at its design, performance, safety features and its price in the UAE.
Design of the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
The 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is the Italian take on an SUV, making it unique and stunning combination of Italian craftsmanship, high-quality materials, and cutting-edge luxuries. Inspired by the Stelvio Pass road, the designers and engineers at Alfa Romeo crafted this SUV to become a high-performance SUV like none other.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Stelvio is a masterpiece of modern engineering. The design is gorgeous and glamorous so that it is in keeping with the current style statement of the brand. The sides of the vehicle are very muscular with fluid lines going all the way to the rear of the vehicle.
The 2018 Stelvio resets the scope of utility and functionality in a luxury SUV and brings a vehicle that is undeniably Alfa Romeo. This is the first SUV in the world to wear the iconic “Trilobo” front fascia. This aggressive and intimidating front fascia is further enhanced by the Scudetto triangular shield at the front to bring the signature Alfa Romeo look.
Flanking the grille are the Bi-Xenon Daytime Running Lights headlamps with LED lamps to enhance the look of the front and bring better visibility to the driver. Since the Stelvio shares the Giorgio component set with Giulia, the stance of the vehicle is wide and longer than other compact SUVs and is more like a large crossover. It stands firmly on the road with the 18-inch aluminum wheels that are fitted with run-flat all-season tyres.
There is a sculpted fastback tapered tailgate at the rear of the vehicle that adds to the overall aerodynamics of the SUV. The rear LED tail lamps add to the design and make it look sharper and more modern.
Chrome accents can be found all over the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, but they look most striking at the window surrounds. The aluminum roof rails add to the strong structure of the SUV and also look esthetically appealing.
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Interior
The interior of the 2018 Stelvio is designed around the driver so that it remains true to the Alfa Romeo’s heritage. The cabin is impeccably designed to bring every little detail of this driver-centric cockpit in the spotlight. It is spacious and ergonomically designed so that the driver and the passengers have enough space to move around.
Right at the front of the driver is a leather-wrapped steering wheel with driver controls to bring every necessary control within easy reach. The dashboard and door panels are two toned while the interior is trimmed with Black Veneer so that it looks luxurious and stunning.
The driver and front passenger can enjoy a 6-way power seats with 4-way lumbar support, while the driver also gets to enjoy memory function with driver’s seat. The seats are upholstered with fine Nappa leather to enhance the comfort of the passengers.
The 40/20/40 split folding rear seats can be used to further increase the cargo capacity. The cargo compartment features storage hooks and adjustable rail system that makes it possible for the driver and the passengers to carry their luggage or gear with them and turn any trip into an adventure.
The dual zone climate control allows the driver and the passengers to adjust the cabin temperature as per their preferences. As for the driver’s display, there is a 7-inch TFT Cluster with Dynamic Display for the driver to keep an eye on the vital information.
There is also a 6.5-inch widescreen color display for all the in-cabin entertainment functions that can be operated with the central display rotatory controller. The 8-Speaker Audio System makes in-cabin entertainment even better and adds a touch of class and luxury to the interior.
The 2018 Stelvio is also available with the optional sport package. With sport package, this SUV will have 19-inch Dark 5-Hole Aluminum Wheels fitted with all-season touring tyres, black roof rails, gloss black window surrounds, colored brake calipers, steering column mounted aluminum paddle shifters, sport leather-wrapped steering wheel and aluminum interior accents.
Performance of 2018 Stelvio
In order to make this a true Alfa Romeo vehicle, the 2018 Stelvio is fitted with a high-performance engine, which ensures that the driver has ample power to tackle any challenges regardless of the road conditions. The compact SUV is powered by an all-aluminum 2.0-litre I4 Turbo engine with Direct Fuel Injection System.
This engine is capable of generating 280 horsepower and 306 lb-ft of torque. This engine is paired with a high-performance ZF 8-Speed Automatic Transmission with adaptive-shift technology. The Stelvio 2018 SUV has the top speed of 144mph, the fuel efficiency of 7.8 L/100km and can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 5.7 seconds.
The 2018 Stelvio is an all-wheel drive SUV that comes with the next generation Q4 All-Wheel Drive System that enables the vehicle to be agile and safe in any kind of driving conditions. The SUV also comes with the Alfa DNA Drive Mode Selector System that offers three driving modes. These are:
- DYNAMIC Mode: In this mode, the driver will have a sharper throttle, sporty on-road braking, enhanced steering response and a louder exhaust sound.
- NATURAL Mode: This mode is for daily driving with the perfect balance of power and stability.
- ADVANCED EFFICIENCY Mode: When this mode is selected, it customizes the Stelvio’s driving behavior to improve driving efficiency and save maximum energy.
Thanks to the Giorgio platform, the SUV can send 100% of the engine power to the rear axle to make the drive more energetic and can send 60% of the power to the front wheel when the driver needs more traction control for a safer ride. The 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is equipped with Chassis Domain Control System to offer a complete balance between power and stability even on the roughest and toughest of terrains.
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Safety Features
The safety of the driver and the passengers has been given utmost importance in the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. This is the reason why it is fitted with advanced and active safety systems so that this vehicle can avoid any dangerous situation safely.
Some of its standout safety features include:
- Integrated Brake System
- Back-up Camera
- Rear Park Sensors
- 8 Air Bags
- Anti-lock Brake System
- All-speed traction control system
- Hill Start Assist
- Dynamic Gridlines
- Brake Assist
- Anti-Slip Regulation/Torque Control
There is a Driver Assistance Dynamic Package available with the following safety features:
- Forward Collision Warning Plus
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Detection
- Lane Departure Warning
- Automatic high beam system
- Rear Cross-Path Detection
- Plus Autonomous Emergency Brake
Price of 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio in the UAE
The 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is expected to reach the UAE car market sometime in 2018. The SUV will be available in two trims, Light Edition and First Edition. The base price of the Light Edition will be AED 211,000 while the base price of the First Edition will be AED 242,000.
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