It seems Alfa Romeo is set to join the ranks of manufacturers offering both electric and internal combustion variants of the same model.
- The upcoming Alfa Romeo Stelvio is being tested with camouflaged prototypes in Sweden.
- The vehicle seems to lack exhaust pipes and has a completely sealed-off grille, indicating that it’s probably an all-electric car.
- Alfa Romeo is discontinuing the $2 billion Giorgio platform and will be adopting the STLA Large for the Stelvio and Giulia models.
As the global electric vehicle market experiences inconsistent growth across different regions, numerous automobile manufacturers are adopting a fresh approach for their upcoming model lines:
You have the option to choose a hybrid or a completely electric vehicle.
, whichever one better meets your requirements. It seems that Italy’s Alfa Romeo will also be adopting a comparable approach with its upcoming SUV and sedan models.
Alfa Romeo is discontinuing the Giulia and Stelvio, which were exactly what enthusiasts desired from the marque. They will both be succeeded by entirely new models developed under their parent company.
Stellantis’ STLA Large
The platform supports both combustion engines and pure electric power.
Previously, we didn’t receive any official word about theEVoption, but Alfa Romeo appears to have hinted at it through teaser images for the upcoming Stelvio model.
Multiple images revealing a camouflaged Stelvio prototype out in snowy conditions have been shared online, and we’re fairly confident this model will be all-electric. Key indicators include the absence of noticeable exhaust pipes at the rear end and an orange high-voltage label positioned near the top edge of the front windscreen. Additionally, the rims seem to feature an aerodynamic layout; however, their appearance is somewhat hidden due to both the heavy disguise applied to the car and the spinning motion of the tires during tests.
At the forefront of the prototype, nearly all areas are sealed off except for a tiny aperture located at the bottom section of the bumper allowing airflow passage. Additionally, the door handles seem to adopt a flush design, indicating that Alfa Romeo places significant emphasis on aerodynamic efficiency for this specific model. While this does not definitively prove the car’s electrification, it clearly demonstrates an aerodynamically focused approach being taken with this vehicle.
When you look at its frontal area, it sadly features a divided headlamp setup, where slim LED daytime running lights sit atop smaller headlights positioned further below. This particular styling approach has become quite prevalent in today’s automotive world; however, it often leads to divisive looks instead of universally appealing aesthetics.
If there’s an auto manufacturer capable of achieving this, it’s Alfa Romeo, and ideally, the Stelvio should have a more appealing design.
the Junior
This provides us with some insights into how the new, larger SUV might appear. Alfa Romeo offers a clear view of the car’s side silhouette, indicating it is more substantial compared to previous models. However, it retains the nearly sloping rear roof design reminiscent of the present Stelvio.
In two of the preview images, Alfa Romeo reveals the prototype drifting, suggesting that it will keep the present model’s rear-wheel-drive characteristic for the upcoming version. The final picture in the collection truly demonstrates just how much drift capability it has, which is necessary in today’s automotive landscape.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
s and the inevitable
quad-motor M-badged BMW
X3-equivalent electric SUV.
Riding on
the STLA Large platform
indicates that the new Stelvio (and Giulia) will share architecture with the
Jeep Wagoneer S
and the
Dodge Charger Daytona EV
The latter hasn’t been a car that garnered much warmth; a muscle car.
that can’t do burnouts
It’s quite a puzzle.
However, the platform can be adjusted and customized to offer a significantly different experience compared to Alfa Romeo vehicles, supporting both 400- and 800-volt systems. Additionally, Stellantis claims this setup can accommodate battery packs as large as 118 kilowatt-hours and achieve acceleration from zero to 62 mph (100 kph) within approximately two seconds. The system is designed to work with various drivetrains, such as plug-in hybrid configurations.
As Alfa Romeo has begun hinting at the upcoming Stelvio, its complete reveal isn’t distant. The vehicle is scheduled to make its debut sometime within this year prior to hitting the market in 2026, alongside the Giulia, as seems to be the case.
won’t be a typical saloon car
But something taller, such as a bigger Italian Polestar 2.
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