I am actually considering doing the same - sell the Giulietta QV for a Stelvio.

Is the handling similar to giulietta?(I'm a giulietta owner)

The Stelvio’s steering feels even more direct than the Giulietta. Whilst I had no complaints with my QV, I certainly prefer driving the Stelvio. I think a big reason is the fact the Stelvio has better ground clearance which makes it more functional day-to-day. It is definitely roomier and the seating is better. It is a better car all round with no loss of power with the Veloce version. In saying that, the Stelvio Veloce is more expensive, so you would expect more for your money. Alfa definitely delivered.

@@timquilty1496 Thanks for your input, roomier is mainly is the reason why I want to make the switch. Surprised to learn that the steering is quicker than the GQV, I can definitely see the Stelvio having the quicker gearbox as the TCT is a bit sloppy. The only downside I think would be engine/exhaust sound.

Hah, I take your point about the exhaust sound. My Alfa mechanic says he is continually being asked to tweek the exhaust on Giuliettas and Stelvios to produce a more throaty sound.

Ditto! More direct than a 911. ...great for both sporty driving and comfort ...precisely because we don't need to move the steering wheel that much for anything but parking. ...and the car has great weight transfer on corners. Of course not nearly the same as the Giulia, but better than most sedans! Sometimes we forget it's an SUV! 😎

Tell us about the general reliability of the Stelvio cars. Moreover is there any issue problem with the aircon system especially during summer or winter

@@mohamedomar2367 Hi, The Stelvio has been very reliable. I have had one issue which was an sensor for a turbo cooler, it was replaced when it went in for a service and thats been it in 2 years of ownership . No issues with the climate control / aircon at all, works just as it should. the vehicle still drives and looks as new and couldn't be happier. I drove a friends brand new Mercedes GLC the other day and was surprised how noisy it was on the road and how much better the Stelvio is to drive. it really is night and day the difference between the two vehicles. Cheers

@@christo123 Thanks so much for the swift and honest response. Is the interior space big enough especially the front part if am 6.3'

@@mohamedomar2367 Yes Mohamed, its very roomy , my son is 6'2' and has heaps of leg and head room, the back has enough room as well, but not as good as the front. The seats are very comfortable for long trips as well, the only thing I would say is the bolstering is very high which is great for holding you in place but is high to get over , my son has the car at the moment on holiday lol

I've a Volcanic black Veloce with the Nero edizione (all dark details) ...and I've also chosen the Chocolate for the interior. It looks super! Despite being classic a Alfa Romeo color, the red interior would be too much and most probably a bit tiring over the years. I'm with you, the chocolate interior is spot on!

Wow, onwership review. So you can confidently confim the reliability of stelvio car is excellent

Over a year since my previous comment and I can confirm that my Stelvio just gets better and better. I haven't had a single mechanical or reliability issue and I think it drives even better now with 45,000 km on the clock than when it was new.

Well said

Enjoy it!

How has the car been over the last year? 😮

I have the same watch a omega knock off

All those options, Q3, Ateca and Lexus are a segment down on the Stelvio. They will probably leave you disappointed. You have to up your game to the same Stelvio segment with the Macan, Q5, X3, XC60, Jag F-Pace, Merc GLC and alike.

@@miks564 I ended up with the Volvo!

@Plan B 4WD it's not. Doesn't set the soul in fire at all. Funnily enough, I've litterally collected it in the last hour due to chip delays. Ill move back to Alfa in the next few years and give the xc40 to the Mrs. It's perfectly nice. Safe and solid.

Which company did you lease through in Australia ? If you don’t mind me asking

Usually, we all buy cars with our heart. We tend to look for more power than what we really need. Anyway, I can accept buying an Alfa as a wise decision. It all depends on what we're looking for in a car.

Did they manage to fix it for you?

@@Panagiotis_Pap yes westbury Alfa Romeo fixed the problem..everything has been ok since then..no problems this far..it was a bad seal causing misfire…

@@JoseTorres-vo3pv I am living in Greece, and I am thinking to buy this car. What about the brakes with break by wire system? Do they work well? Thanks a lot for replying…

@@Panagiotis_Pap The brakes take some getting used to they feel different. I feel you have to push a little more then then most cars I’ve driven..but they worked well anytime I have had to break hard

@@JoseTorres-vo3pv Thanks a lot!!

It can't be an honest review if he has to pretend.

Unfortunately Alfa has been taken over by Chrysler Group and in contrast, Hyundai Group appoint Albert Biermann from BMW M Division for Chasis and Peter Schreyer from Audi, who designed Audi TT, as their designer

@@BaggySu It's like the other way around. Alfa was taken by the Fiat group in the 90's, and the Fiat group acquired the Chrysler group in 2013 becoming FCA. There's more Fiat Powertrain technology in the Chrysler group than the other way around. For instance, this Alfa Romeo Stelvio was built over the Giorgio platform developed by a small team of Ferrari engineers with a near perfect 50/50 wheight distribution, aluminum body, aluminum engine, aluminum suspension, carbon fiber drive shaft, etc. to make it lighter and that's why it handles better than every other SUV on the market for the same engine capacity. In fact, it handles better than most sedans on the market despite being an SUV. However, now that Stellantis took over, we're going to see more commercially viable hybrid solutions. I suspect we're going to lose the typical Alfa Romeo driver's car handling in future cars that anyone that likes driving cars can appreciate. The Stelvio is a gem because it would be probably one of the last pure Alfa Romeo cars, it has the same size and praticality of a BMW X3 or an Audi Q5, a Merc GLC, a Volvo XC60 ...but with much better looks and dynamics! Although the Stelvio could be better on the Infotainment, rear camera, etc, it has very strong qualities above the usual German offerings. Sales do not reflect quality, sales reflect general people beliefs.

So, buy it after a week and save 20 grand.

Buy second hand

Value apart, I've picked a Stelvio based on logic. It has the looks and dynamic behavior I want ...and despite being an SUV, it's not just another boring car.

amazing 🤩

Nice setup! The Q consumption is similar if not better on conservative driving styles. The Q can disable 3 cylinders and perform like a 3 cyl 1.5.

I see a helluva lotta Audi and Merc SUV's out on my roads.

Then go somewhere else Audi review

What do you actually mean Mr Bin?

Remember you are not bin la den

Technically it’s illegal to drink whilst driving in many European countries!

@@philamato9583Same here in Au but still pretty lame. Also illegal to go 200kph in most countries but the car will do that tho...

Coz they drink they're coffees at a cafe

@@endzmeetmusic9053 So do I but dehydrating in a tin can in the sun between cafes sucks. Then having the water bottles rolling around on the floor gets fucking annoying real fast. Ask me how I know.

@@endzmeetmusic9053 that’s what the tables and chairs are for.

I'd take it

So how’s your Stelvio Bernard?

2/3 of Porsche sales are from VW/Audis SUV chassis and engines with Porsche bodies and badge. SUVs were the best thing that happened to Porsche (sales wise, of course!). It's pretty normal that every brand want a piece of this growing market.

Haha, yup

Not at all just as long as you sell it at the 4year mark with some factory warranty in place( easier to sell ) Buy a new one repeat the experience all over again you'll never have reliability issues

And you have owned how many Alfas? Let me guess, none?

I dunno if “it looks like (other attractive design)” is really a slam dunk

😂 🤣 Yeah you look great at the light amongst the other Audis that are just vanilla. I'll be next to you in the Alfa Romeo.... 😊

Looks are very personal indeed. 😊 The Q5 is boxy and doesn't look as good as this and more important, it doesn't ride as good as this. Same with the BMW X3 or XC60 from Volvo. In terms of design, the Stelvio is more like a BMW X4, Merc GLC Coupe or Porsche Macan