2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Ti Sport AWD Nero Edizione | TWO BIG FLAWS away from perfection | Review

[@miks564]

I find it funny all the Italian accent during the review, but... Turbo is American (Garrett) Gearbox is German (ZF). Autonomous driving is German (Bosch) Fly-by-wire Brake system is German (Continental) ...in fact, most systems in every car of every brand are not built by the car manufacturer. They're from global suppliers. The FCA group has also global car parts suppliers in the group, like Mopar, FPT and Magneti Marelli, but as shown, many of the components are still from external suppliers. The important things from this Stelvio however are Alfa Romeo: The aluminum engine, the superb Giorgio platform, and the Aluminum suspension: double wishbone in the front, patent multi-link in the rear. For those of you still indecisive, let me tell you this car is a jewel. Stellantis (the new group name) already announced they're going to drop this magnificent Giorgio platform in favor of others from PSA (Stellantis group) more suitable to hybrid and fully electric cars. So, unless they keep producing non-hybrid Giulias and Stelvios, the exceptional way these cars drive on the road is probably going be lost. Stelvio is going to be one of the last SUVs that drives better than most cars (not only SUVs).

[@MotorPressReviews]

Great comment 👍

[@miks564]

Well, if it helps anyone, I've ended up getting a 2021 volcano black Stevio Veloce just like the one on this review, same 20" dark wheels and all the 'Nero' dark details, but with chocolate interior instead of red, plus rear limited slip diff, adaptive suspension and also darker tail lights. And I greatly enjoy my Stelvio every single time I ride in it. It's amazing how good it feels, be it slow, enjoying a comfy, calm and silent ride or aggressively enjoying its generous dynamics and handling - it's so amazing sometimes we have to be cautious because we forget its size, weight, height and speed. In Dynamic mode, the ZF gearbox is a dream to use with the paddle shifters. ...and I still come back to this video to watch it rolling from the exterior. Something we can't do while driving it. For me, it just looks stunning! ...so much better than the usual square / boxy designs. 😎

[@jamesterakazis3339]

OMG !!! AT 10:15 you completely LOST YOUR MIND !!! STELVIO QUAD IS THE DREAM !!!! FORZA ALFA BABY !!!! THE KING IS BACK !!!!

[@eleodoremontes5352]

Thank you for this review Sir. I am currently purchasing this same vehicle in the US 🙏🏾 thank you again.

[@bpp325]

Gorgeous machine. I ordered a '21 Sport Ti due in late Apr.

[@MotorPressReviews]

Congratulations! Hope it treats you well!!!

[@Frangrance]

Great review! I have a Giulia now that is going to be replaced by a Stelvio. Once you get used to that steering you can not go back to any other car in this price range. You are right about the brake pedal, at the same time it's just a matter of habit. I was concerned at first when I got the Giulia but it doesnt bother me anymore now.

[@loopba]

Cadillac is better actually, and with the magnetic ride control its superior

[@UniversalDesign432]

Great review! I have the 280hp in Misano blue and I love that car. It isn't perfect in every detail but it makes me happy every time I step into it. The Germans may be objectively better all around but not more fun. The Design!!! The way you can take it through corners... ;-)

[@stuartbrown1586]

I've spotted a few of them in my neighborhood. Great review as always!

[@MotorPressReviews]

Thanks buddy!!! Hope all is well!

[@mirkobgd]

I just bought 2021 Veloce. Great review. Thank you

[@MotorPressReviews]

Congratulations! Great car!

[@fulviovalenziano4579]

How can you rate reliability just with a test drive ? I had a bmw for a few months and there was always something wrong with the board computer or with the i drive that would drop the connection with my phone. Unlike my Stelvio which never has such issues so what ?

[@MotorPressReviews]

We don’t rate it during the test drive. We use data form other companies.

[@fulviovalenziano4579]

@@MotorPressReviews sounds fair rating.

[@salvatorebertino9193]

I ordered my 2022 Stelvio Veloce ti should arrive at the end of the month can't wait .

[@miks564]

I suspect the feeling of the fly-by-wire brake system is a matter of personal taste. We can find several reviews online where the drivers praises them, others like in this video, do not like it. I agree it would be nice to be able to disable both the 4x4 and ESP. ...In the Quadrifoglio at least, the ESP is Off in 'race' mode. 😊 Going for a V6, I would still prefer the Stelvio not only for the power of that engine, but also because not even a Macan drives as good as the Stelvio. Stelvio dynamic is so good it makes us feel we're driving a hothatch, not a SUV.

[@RSHerewego]

Awesome review!!! Great job!

[@MotorPressReviews]

Thank you so much!

[@robertorr9157]

Is the b pillar in the way of looking over your left shoulder while switching lanes like the giulia?

[@PC-iv5so]

That's a good observation about the rev limiter.. although.. the legendary 2.5L Busso rev limiter was only slightly higher at 6300 rpm.. and the 3.0 Busso was 6600 rpm... but true a lot of alfas like to breath. the twin spark engine is 7000 rpm. honestly you put a catless exhaust on this 2.0L turbo.. and it sounds great.

[@frustin]

Just bought one myself and can definitely confirm the brake peddle feels like it's squishy. it's going to take a bit of time to get used to it and gain confidence.

[@MyDarkSyde]

it is but it's more efficient

[@bradh6185]

Sometimes getting unstuck in snow requires traction control to be turned off. Any vehicle needs that option.

[@rof8200]

Great review. Thanks

[@MotorPressReviews]

You are welcome!

[@bartofilms]

I like the honest review. It doesn't sound like an Alfa to me. This alone is a major detractor, but I have been in the Giulia Quadrifoglio and tgat one Does sound like a modern version of the Alfa GTV 6 cyl. which was a joy to drive. Cheers.

[@henryaleman6025]

Beautiful car, I really want one now

[@alraymond1618]

Bravo. Love my 2020 Ti Sport

[@nunziogalioto1901]

Is a beautiful suv, I drive 1 same year 2020 nero edizione, but lunar white exterior with red interior, I enjoy every time seat on ....different than every German boring SUV

[@ToonyBe]

"German boring SUV", ok...

[@karlstephenson6050]

Just bought a Alfa Romeo Stevio vol only had it 3 weeks its been in the garage twice never ever again will I buy an Alfa customer service is absolutely rubbish had to wait 9 hours for Alfa road side assistance to come never ever again rubbish rubbish!!!!!!! in the process of executing my rights to get my money back under the 30 day rule consumer rights act

[@Frank-qb4qr]

I love the Italian chic analogy!!!!! 😂

[@MotorPressReviews]

Lol thanks 🙏

[@Gunsdings1234]

Best Suv🤩

[@vince7349]

Like an Italian chick always has to have the last word LMAO. Very beautiful SUV.

[@MotorPressReviews]

Glad you enjoyed that :)

[@froggy0162]

Beautiful suv.... there’s an oxymoron!

[@antonio576]

I completely agree with you about the braking and is the reason I will not be buying one

[@MotorPressReviews]

It is a major issue.

[@miks564]

@@MotorPressReviews I don't think it's a major issue at all, because there are many reviews where people actually like and praised them. In the end, the car brakes efficiently, so it's just a matter of personal taste.

[@MotorPressReviews]

Most journalists know nothing about cars and don’t drive them beyond “Sunday Driver’s ability”. For them, the brake pedal is something you step on to stop the car. People that drive the car for what it has been built to do, will lack the confidence in the brake system once they feel that pedal. As I said in the video, I can imagine someone getting used to it, but still for me, it’s not ideal. In the quadrifoglio it was better.

[@hokieplaya]

@@MotorPressReviews you’re right - I got a Stelvio back in 2019 and got used to the brakes. Now I initially tend to slam the brakes on other cars because I am conditioned to travel modulate as opposed to pressure modulate. That being said, the vehicle is a joy to drive for an suv and brings me smiles! I would recommend to anyone to just ride out the brake adjustment period and then good things will follow! Also, this car still gets noticed much more than your dime a dozen bmw or merc.

[@MyDarkSyde]

​@@MotorPressReviews You are the first and only reviewer which I've heard saying the brakes suck, and I've watched quite a few. I'm guessing you are the only one who knows cars.

[@ehrlouisd]

So lovely.

[@jamesterakazis3339]

Exhaust note ? It's a 2.0 liter for Gods Sake....as for the Macan ? Porsche + Audi = GLORIFIED VW ALFA = FERRARI NEXT !!!

[@ydmf2]

Macan? Eyyy, shaddap a ya face! 🇮🇹👍

[@MotorPressReviews]

lolololololol

[@PierooriginalItaly]

❤ Alfa Romeo 🇮🇹 👍

[@aayonce4]

LOL I have a 18 Ti Sport and yes I HATE all the beeping BS it’s Soo annoying and you can’t disconnect the seatbelt from the alert system like other cars so you’re stuck with the nanny systems smh

[@miks564]

Mine makes no noises locking, unlocking, open or closing the trunk.

[@BrogeKilrain]

Over $50k should have a 6 cyl

[@andies9817]

why?

[@BrogeKilrain]

@@andies9817 if you have to ask get the 4. But it’s a total different driving experience. Whinny with no guts

[@miks564]

Same problem with the competitors... However, it's not the number of cylinders that counts, it's the power you get from the engine.

[@BrogeKilrain]

@@miks564 I had a Giulia , it was ok but a six would be better . Had to tune the 4 for bottom Grunt and that start stop was big delay especially pulling out in traffic

[@BrogeKilrain]

@@miks564 a non turbo 6 would be ideal

[@antonkukoba3378]

Braking is ok, I have no idea what you're talking about. If you want to feel what upredictable braking means, try renault zoe. Engine sound at 2000 rpm is beautiful, it sounds like a cat purring yet at the same time making speed. Why the fuck the car must scream to be a true car?

[@MotorPressReviews]

The better question is, why are you watching a review of a car you already own? Regrets? Comfort? Encouragement? :)

[@user-bq2ni9io7q]

The biggest flaws to me are the sound system is weak, backup camera assistance is a joke and the engine shutting off at a stop just pisses me off.

[@MyDarkSyde]

The engine shutting off at the stop is called start/stop and it's a system every modern car has.

[@user-bq2ni9io7q]

I am very well aware of what its called. Its annoying that it cant be permanently turned off. Also, "every modern car" doesn't have it. I have a 2024 Ford Ranger Wild Track and its not on it. Thanks anyway. @@MyDarkSyde

[@RealtimeReviews613]

Out of all the FCA Products, I still rather have my ram 🐏 on my channel, check it out

[@jamesterakazis3339]

FIAT SAVED CHRYSLER....Don't forget that ... FORZA ALFA BABY !!!! THE KING IS BACK !!!!

[@robertsaladino]

Most will think I'm nuts but here goes....I test drove this Alfa 2 months ago along with the Mazda CX-5 same year...very little difference in my opinion. Unless you are hell bent on the expensive badge and more breakdowns the Mazda is better the choice.

[@crod6431]

CX-5 has a less HP and Torque.

[@miks564]

CX-5 is a full segment below. The Mazda is a C segment it competes with the Audi Q3 for instance. The Stelvio is a D and competes with the Audi Q5 using the same example. It shows in the size of the car and space available and also of course, in the way it rides in terms of comfort and noise. ..and also in terms of dynamics which is the major advantage of the Stelvio against other SUVs. If the difference is small for you, then go for the Mazda, it is much less expensive as expected. :)

[@burtontim9079]

You're nuts

[@froggy0162]

Depressing piles of crap. It’s not an Alfa Romeo, it’s an suv. No suv pos should wear that badge :(

[@MotorPressReviews]

You are very romantic :) SUVs sell now, Alfa Romeo needs to be profitable. Look at what Porsche did.

[@froggy0162]

A triumph of marketing men - more expensive and profitable, and utterly pointless for a motorist that doesn’t need their tiny dick compensated for. Trust the US to take consumerism to this level...

[@cizzane46]

That’s one ugly looking SUV.

[@galaman12001]

It’s not ugly for from it, but that color doesn’t help appreciate it’s beauty, look up the misano blue.. looks amazing in that color.

[@davidr-me6ku]

It’s bad ass

[@MurderBong]

VEHICLE NAMES JUST KEEP GETTING LONGER THESE DAYS . . .

[@MotorPressReviews]

So true 😂

[@MurderBong]

UHMM BMW INTERIOR PARTS MUCH LMAO