Is the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio the Ferrari of SUVs? | TEST DRIVE

This is the new Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio SUV, and everything you want to know about it! From a full in-depth walkaround to pushing on in the countryside to get a full feel for what it's like to drive. As the range topping version of Alfa's Stelvio SUV, the Quadrifoglio has 510hp from the 2.9l twin turbocharged V6 and offers incredible performance for the price.
Alfa Romeo came back to the spotlight with the launch of the Giulia and Giulia Quadrifoglio, their saloon car that was heavily developed by ex-Ferrari engineers. The Stelvio builds on that base, using the same chassis setup and engine but of course now with a 4 wheel drive installation and increased practicality. It is by far the lightest car in its class meaning it offers hugely dynamic capabilities albeit at the expense of practicality and in some cases a premium refinement you might expect. Alfa Romeo are part of the FCA group, as were Ferrari until recently however the companies have largely the same shareholders which begs the questions whether this is the SUV Ferrari would like to build or what one will be like if they do eventually do so?
In any case, join me at the Nurburgring to take a look around the car in detail and run over some of the facts and figures before we hop in to go for a drive and discover all the different driving modes. Upon return it's time for a much more detailed interior overview and run through some of the systems and displays.
Thanks for watching, Tim
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Have Alfa Romeo done it again with the Stelvio Quadrifoglio? Is this the 'Ferrari' of SUVs? Join me for a full in-depth look and test drive to find out what the "world's fastest SUV" is all about.

[@shibijohn9134]

Shmee150 great video i love your amg gtr good luck with your videos...what is your dream car the one you still dream about...the continental gt drive was fantastic..keep going.

[@jamesclarke5306]

Shmee150 Hey Shmee with it being the cloverleaf I'm sure it's really quick my 18 yr old daughter has a new Alfa Mito Cloverlea and its an absolute rocket 😂😂

[@RikhardLorenzo]

I was a bit disappointed with the engine characteristics. It did not feel like a V6, rather like a 4-pot with a lot of boost. Sound was also very artificial. Perhaps it was partly due to that it's so freely revving for a turbo V6 - which makes it feel like a smaller engine, but general impression was very 'cheap' compared to a Porsche Macan Turbo for example.

[@memoonaashraf1156]

Please straight pipe your gt3

[@Higginz-wk9rl]

Does a Giulia QV have the Q4 system? If not, then the Stelvio offers something more.

[@g00dfeeling]

STELVIO is the coolest SUV ever

[@tt55k]

g00dfeeling 9 colors to chose from, only one choice for stereo , no all leather options, General lack of option period . A cheap car for a high price for what you get. After the very few options you do get you get the price up at 92,000 American . Just not worth the money for such a generic vehicle .

[@g00dfeeling]

Tt55 K Generic vehicles are SUVs from Porsche, Mercedes or Audi. Someone must be completely tasteless to avoid Stelvio.

[@EMV-nt4zg]

g00dfeeling you forgot BMW nitwit

[@g00dfeeling]

E60M5 V10 I didn't, BMW is something else not so much because of their SUVs but other cars they make.

[@OnRestrictionn]

If you think Alfas are generic you've clearly never driven one.

[@Racelinekarting]

Hi Tim. Just gotta say, I have just watched your lap with Sam from STG. You were whipping along at a good pace as confirmed by Sam’s reactions yet all the while you were happily chatting away whilst maintains that pace. You made the comment people will say ‘Shmee can’t drive’. I disagree my friend, you have skills to carry that speed, let along talk all the way through it. Respect.

[@Racelinekarting]

Zoltán Juhász yes I know he can. That’s what my comment was saying, but he mentioned people may say he can’t in the video hence my comment. The fact he took that lap with ease and didn’t pause in conversation proves he was still well within his limits.

[@quadrifoglio4156]

To all non alfisti complaining about less features, grainy backing camera, less screens, lack of driving aids, quality of interior and resale value...well let me explain what you do buy an Alfa for... You buy an Alfa for it's driving and handling as there is no other brand giving you so precise steering (patented front suspension), you do buy an Alfa because of it's racing and Formula1 heritage as you can see and feel it in many details and tech specs they are full of (frame and weight distribution is perfectly pitched). You buy an Alfa cause you want to "feel" you are driving and are in control, other brands dont come near as all electronics and feats kill this feeling and usually add weight. You buy an Alfa cause they got style and character no other gives you. You dont buy an Alfa for its resale value (the small i market share leaves a very little customer base) You dont buy an Alfa because of its comfort as clearly you are better off with a Merc or a BMW. You dont buy it cause of its reliability as they are performance cars and things go much faster than in regular cars inevitably it has higher maintenance costs. (An Alfa never left me stranded though 3 Vag i owned did suffer engine failure) You dont buy an Alfa cause they are practical... Style and Performance come at a cost get a Volkswagen with sober boring space solutions. YOU BUY AN ALFA IF YOU LIKE TO DRIVE no other brands transmits the feeling better as less stash means less weight and thats where all others lack

[@pdecu69]

Epic comment!

[@559paolo2]

Absolutely agree

[@user-vk3yo3ou3t]

saw it today at the local dealership and what I can say is.. in real life it looks even more stunning then on screen! just wow! strangely I don't even find that offset numberplate ugly, compared to the normal Stelvio. The car is so beautiful you don't even really notice! what a stunner! would pick this 100% over any other SUV! even the Macan!

[@TheMilanMovies]

Man do I love this car. The design is stunning, sound is amazing and the design stands out between all those Volkswagen group cars.

[@robin4046]

It's really astonishing that Alfa managed something beautiful and aggressive out of that very weird but signature triangular grill . I am still amazed.

[@calabbbrese]

Alfa is doing astonishing looking cars since its birth

[@BojanBojovic]

Alfa Romeo gril is one of the best things on their cars.

[@spyrospets5813]

+Minanshu M I can't think of an ugly Alfa Romeo. Any suggestions?

[@BojanBojovic]

Well, you can always start with ARNA. The thing is, some people do not like Alfa Romeo design, however Scudetto grill is one of the most iconic symbols in automotive history, while at the same time looks very good and distinctive. People have different opinions of course, so there will always be some folks complaining about Alfa grill and the number plate being on the side. Can you imagine how narrow minded those people are...

[@spyrospets5813]

+Bojan Bojovic Alfa Romeos aren't the only cars which do not have the number plate in the centre. After all, as you said, this grill is iconic.

[@MikiCentury]

I'd choose this over the Urus.

[@epeli4585]

Michael Burns Of course!!

[@MacheteK]

#metoo

[@AP13P]

Good luck fixing by the side of the road while I roll past ye then. #Urussquad

[@sethjones2779]

AP13P typical comment from someone who has never owned or even driven an alfa

[@longtailgt]

Me too. Urus is disgusting. This is something I would love to own.

[@eduardoboquin4102]

I love the design language of Alfa Romeo.

[@dpalhares8271]

What a car! What a review! Well done

[@thunder90pl]

Love the moments with pure driving without talking. You should do it more often Tim!

[@jayoc6355]

Excellent review and presentation! You answered many of the questions I had or would have asked. Amazing "suv" with a very informative assessment. Excellent work, Shmee 150.

[@kumarankarth86]

Hands down one of the best looking and sounding SUV's of its time. Definitely this and the Giulia Qaudrifoglio would fit well in my garage. Bloody fast time for a car standing true to the test of time.

[@spandanmehta9683]

Any place for this stelvio in your garage shmee? I think it is ideal for your uses. It would be a new experience. Cheers!

[@NoKaboose]

Good to see you again Shmee!

[@Some944]

Hey Shmee! Very good review on this car (as usual of course). I agree with everything you said on it, I just worked with that car and Giulia QV for the Emotion Tour during 3 days in France and it was clearly stunning. Some details are a bit disappointing... but it's an Alfa, and the driving experience is so entertaining that I forgave all those things. If someone want something different in the SUVs world, I think it's the Stelvio he should go for. Keep going for your videos ! Cya ;)

[@andreataccani5286]

Gorgeus! You should buy it as your daily

[@sarcasticsquirrel8416]

Andrea Taccani Yes. It would be cooler than the M5 :P

[@claywalsh6817]

I like the way Shmee150 always finishes his videos with a kinda nervous chuckle as he says cheers.

[@antonyleemulvey8226]

Nice vid as always Mr Shmeeeeee

[@andymrkipling]

1.2 million subscribes and not a clickbait title in sight! Thank god!

[@yarnovandecasteele6950]

Every video about an Alfa Romeo, I see those comments off Alfa lovers going crazy. Alfisti, I love you!!

[@jollyjohn6403]

What a Beauty ... That front bumper

[@antonoat]

Best car reviewer bar none!

[@matthewmanuel8965]

I want one.

[@dpalhares8271]

Matthew Manuel I want 2 ( giulia and the stelvio both QVs) lol

[@greggtoney8163]

Solid performance by both the vehicle and Shmee150. Much admiration for your achievements Tim!

[@Shmee150]

Thank you, very kind of you to say

[@charlesdarwin5185]

The shift paddle can be reached from any point in the turn of steering. In steering mounted paddles often small one has to hunt for them

[@roadsandram-tci5352]

Classic Tim....flawless review!!

[@Shmee150]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@shibijohn9134]

Great video shmee better video quality...ur videos are getting better and better....good luck with your future drives.

[@shibijohn9134]

Tnx for the reply shmee.....

[@someonehackme7981]

he never replied lol

[@shibijohn9134]

someone hackme he did pal but not in this video.... He replied me in the photo of amg gtr...n the love '❤️' and reply was given at the same time

[@SuperTerminator50]

Was the windscreen washer not working?

[@jollyjohn6403]

Does the fuel consumption of the beast get better in efficiency mode? any idea how much mpg in basic mode?

[@jazzip2989]

Great piece of machine....❤️❤️❤️

[@carhomie7739]

I love that you were faking frustration which some of the car's foibles. Like you really care. You love that car. And I now wanna test one.

[@jacopo2505]

This Suv is the best Suv in the word! Beautiful and powerful... it seems a race car but is a Suv! Wow... congratulations Alfa Romeo!

[@dannyr2976]

One could say 'What's the point of a 510hp SUV?' others 'Why not?'. I'm with the former on this one. Solid review, though!

[@CiprianDumitrascu]

Wish it wasn't so expensive, got the new SQ5 instead as it was a looot cheaper yet still so much fun to drive. Great video, gorgeous car!

[@CiprianDumitrascu]

Actually after watching the whole review I take it back. From a driving perspective I'm sure it's amazing, but the interior, and quality of material, and way inferior technology I would much prefer the SQ5 as a daily driver , way to many mistakes I'm seeing here, can't always use the "italian passion" excuse all the time haha.

[@Anttihii]

they need to save somwhere. otherwise It would be way too much pricy for you

[@mapofm]

Quality mate!

[@lewisharrad6148]

This car needs to be in a racing game!

[@donny2327]

That car / SUV thing ... is a beast.

[@1seipai]

The BMW X5 Le Mans with the V12 (6 speed manual) managed a 7:50 time and apparently hit 192 mph on the Nordschleife with Hans Stuck driving. That's a exciting SUV!

[@SmokyBarret]

Beautiful car 😍

[@Bllizzy1]

Stelvio is beautiful, it has to be said

[@hbguitar]

First Shmee150 video for me- very enjoyable

[@Shmee150]

Thank you, enjoy the other content on the channel.

[@bruv5184]

That grill is bold and beautiful

[@ARIES6181]

The four leaf was given to Alfa drivers to give them luck during the races :)

[@techman7246]

Amazing!

[@gauthambijoy8788]

Hey shmee, which road is that? It looks awesome...

[@Shmee150]

It is near the Ring.

[@housemouse98]

Best suv by far

[@selfproclaimednobody4614]

FRANE MIŠERDA Fuck No ! Trackhawk, Urus, Range Rover sport etc. This is really a crossover not an SUV!

[@housemouse98]

Chris Gardner Range over priced shit

[@howiegreen1646]

Brilliant review Tim but not all SUVs are roomy in the back. But what a great tool??

[@lukedixon4832]

I love it! Im an SUV dude and I think its practical for me

[@giuseppelapomarda598]

Italians are really into the super SUVs business🇮🇹🔞

[@selfproclaimednobody4614]

Regular Italian cars are craptastic but their supercars are some of the best ! So to stay relevant they have to produce SUVs that come from their best that they have to offer which is the supercars/hypercars...

[@mortensenvick5711]

since 1985 lamborghini LM002 actually.

[@HeresTheGenZFlorentineFolks.]

bounty 543 thank you bro! ;) regards from Florence, Ita🇮🇹

[@quadrifoglio4156]

@@mortensenvick5711 Since 1950 with the Alfa Matta it was the best and fastest 4wd of its time.

[@valterbento7522]

Really nice

[@indycustommade3568]

Was looking for a good review on this car. I am thinking about getting one. I have to admit that when I first saw one of your videos you saying Shmee, in the beginning, was annoying. I have watched several videos now and I guess you are growing on me. I do really value your feedback at this point. Sorry for thinking that. I definitely subbed and gave you a good thumbs up. Thanks and looking forward to more videos.

[@nalinikakuruppu5221]

thanks tim

[@caleblindley7142]

Fantastic motor in a great colour. Could do with using your screen wash though.

[@gainhazard707]

Hey Shmee, Can you tell that which month will the Ford Focus RS Heritage Edition Will be delivered. Cause Will Not Able to see that car sometimes will return soon

[@Shmee150]

I'll take delivery of it in September at some point

[@Jonathannnnnnnnnnnnnnnn]

I have seen it many times before and I’m going to say it now, the stelvio is the new version of the Infiniti fx35/50/qx70. The fx35 was so unique when it came out, it still is now, and has a wonderful sound and the stelvio takes a common vehicle and makes a unique, in my opinion, styling of it and boosts the sound and performance picking up where Infiniti left off as they haven’t updated the fx35 much apart from name many changes and significant interior improvements and removing the sound.

[@td8552]

A really stunning car with a cool colour :) i think you made me like blue as a colour on cars again, after i abandoned it almost #ThanksToTheBlueCrew :D

[@pipinerazzurro1361]

Love for Alfa!!

[@BarryCatt]

I have to admit that I’m not an SUV person at all, but if I had to have one, this would be the one ‼️

[@richslaney]

Why do the talkie bits next to a race circuit? Not the best plan. But good view of the vehicle. I also heard Alfa are planning a larger SUV as well

[@elliottsmith6603]

Shmee, do you ever test drive any cars of camera? And if so, do you still run the Nordschleife?

[@euromandriver]

AWESOME SUV. I just saw it and made a video as well.

[@johngarnham5772]

i'm in love!

[@diegodiegito7248]

OMG the best suv on the planet !!!

[@paolofiore979]

LOVE IT!

[@someonehackme7981]

I like the looks of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio over the Track Hawk. Yessss the paddles are amazing .... that was one huge failing about the Track Hawk

[@ajcgolf69]

Would love to see estate and coupe versions of the Giulia

[@dinopappous6639]

BYE BYE PORSCHE.....BYE BYE BMW.....BYE BYE Mercedes.....BYE BYE AUDI.....FORZA ALFA BABY !!!!

[@dinopappous6639]

@O 99 . Keep drinking the German Kool-Aid TOOL....

[@dinopappous6639]

@O 99 TOUVLO....SAS EHOUN KSEFTELISI H GERMANI KAI TOUS GLIFETE TO KOLO TOUS AGORAZONTAS TA SKATO PROYIONTA TOUS...

[@dinopappous6639]

@O 99 KATHAREVOUSA MALAKA !!!!

[@dinopappous6639]

@O 99 GIULIA QUAD GTA ....Don't even have to consider the GTAm....only GTA .... FATA !!!!

[@dinopappous6639]

@O 99 TOUVLO !!! GIATHOURI !!!!

[@organiccold]

Nice car ans great number plate FCA hehe

[@jimzz167]

Looks good for an Alfa Romeo. Do you think you will ever drive this car on a track or compare it with the urus on track?

[@Callrissian]

Have you any intention yet of testing out the new Maserati Levante SUV? Or have you already tested it and I missed it?

[@Shmee150]

Done it :) Video is on the channel :)

[@Callrissian]

Thanks Shmee looks as though I missed it :)

[@sadikdesai5549]

why don't you make a video of lykan hypersport or fenyr SuperSport

[@lindseypearson8139]

Shmee what kind of sunglasses are those? I like them

[@Shmee150]

Oakley sunglasses

[@canalizelegabiss2380]

i would have already bought it if I was you

[@rfsimple5374]

My dad has one in Rosso competitzione 😍😍😍

[@ChiliBuRevolution]

bless up #Shquad on this gift of today eh! great SUV Tim, style for miles and oomph to boot! enjoying another great ride along, everyone take care and have a safe relaxing weekend! 8^)

[@schubioncars]

The car is beautiful but your review is a bad joke... the interior is nearly the same on the Giulia... the materials are the same... and other cars didn‘t do that better... what to you expect man? What should the gear selector be made of? Gold? And stop talking about Ferrari all the time... it‘s not a Ferrari... it’s sporty, driver focused and awesome driving and looking... and this is what Alfa Romeo stands for... Ferrari has nothing to do with this car except the base of the engine... so stop hating. You are a Typical Mercedes fanboy these days...

[@ulfdanielsen6009]

Engine sounds a little like a 3.2v6 Busso with Ragazzon exhaust. Throaty and raspy at the same time. Nice. Nice car. Would want one. No wonder tho,- I´m an Alfa guy.

[@Mynameisgb69]

Would you buy this particular Stelvio when it is up for sale because it's blue?

[@Shmee150]

It is a nice colour...

[@annagattellari85]

Have Alfaromeo Stelvio I love ❤️❤️🌷🇮🇹

[@CinemaUnited]

With the sparco seats you have more leg room as a rear passenger.

[@MaticT]

Have you heard any rumours on the Giulia Coupe with 640hp?

[@Shmee150]

Probably only the same rumours as you

[@robin4046]

Matic it's gonna be super sick .

[@graysonmichael9696]

im wondering if they've put this thing against the Cherokee Trackhawk ?

[@xkshy]

When’s the project car build going to begin???

[@Shmee150]

Over the coming weeks :)

[@dinopappous6639]

19:18 Epic Fail.....You're in the fastest SUV in the world.....what's behind you is irrelevant !!! It will never catch up therefore the graphic quality of the camera is unimportant.....that counts when you have a Camry !!! FORZA ALFA BABY !!!

[@bowlerwildcatGaming1991]

Was that the N24hr in background Tim?

[@Shmee150]

Yes it was :)

[@bowlerwildcatGaming1991]

Shmee150 awesome did u watch any of the race or was you too busy

[@Shmee150]

Yup we did, especially the end.

[@bowlerwildcatGaming1991]

Shmee150 good I'll watch it on you tube I have a 10hr part 1 of in in my ps4 bookmarks

[@leekent414]

Those wheels look like Koenigsegg’s carbon fibre wheels. The wheels on the Regara.

[@captainunknown]

The gulia Quadrifoglio Is rather special I must admit, Its as you say, you feel the Ferrari enginering. Its more or less aggressive In racemode like the M4 GTS Is agressive In its race mode. To have that In the jeep must be nice as well

[@SpiketoothWolf]

Hi Tim. I’m early! Did you see my comment from yesterday about coming up to Newcastle with some of your cars for me to photograph? I would love to photograph some of your cars

[@Shmee150]

I'm afraid I don't have any plans to be anywhere near Newcastle any time soon, sorry about that

[@SpiketoothWolf]

Shmee150 Ok Tim. Will try to come to one of your events to photograph what ever you have there

[@srymisclick]

I'll just point out, regarding the "not much space in the back", that the driver's seat position was actually not in your driving position when you went to the back - Giulia and Stelvio have the unnecessary feature - that you cannot disable - that the driver's seat automatically moves far back when you switch off the engine (easy access or something). So this has probably skewed your opinion on the rear leg room, to some extent.

[@treet2888]

Still not believing the "I'm Shmee" part.

[@Clint_Moto34]

Shmee you should use Assetto Corsa to better your Nordschleife skills !!! It has all the Bumbs and Corners very close to Real life !

[@CarsByVincent]

That is very true. Im sure it is better than on forza 7.

[@rha600]

I think you keep forgetting that Alfa has a 4C that came out years ago and THAT is what relaunched the brand.

[@bread-od6mj]

hi shmee do you like the alfa Stelvio more than the rolls Royce cullinan ?

[@Shmee150]

I don't think they are for the same type of buyer at all!

[@feignedconcerns4208]

not a single word wasted your a pro

[@PierooriginalItaly]

🇮🇹 😍 Alfa Romeo 🍀 👍

[@edo7005]

Yeess .....you've just done it eventually....great shmee ;-)

[@georgechionis8598]

Hey Tim any chance of car give away so we can join you hahah..i m tired of dreaming for about all the years Im watchin ya from your clio to triple focus xD :P

[@austina4189]

I HATE small hatchback suv's, but I want one of these

[@goosedcreativity12]

get one while you can they are going fast no pun intended