At the end of September 2016, at the Los Angeles Auto Show, a model was presented that revolutionized the Italian car industry. The fact is that Alfa Romeo has released the Stelvio crossover, the first in its history.
Contents of the review:
- Appearance
- Salon
- Specifications
- Price
The crossover has an increased level of safety, as well as excellent technical characteristics. The name of the car was given in honor of the pass in the Italian region of the famous Alps. In general, the new Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2016, the photo of which can be seen in this article, has a spectacular design and impressive charisma.
Exterior Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2016
Back in 2003, the Italian manufacturer introduced a conceptual crossover model called Kamal. 13 years have passed since then, and the long-awaited prototype was born. In general, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2016 in the new body has some similarities with the sedan Alfa Romeo Giulia. Basically, this similarity is due to the fact that both cars are built on the same platform. In general, the creators from Italy want to create one recognizable look of the car, which will come out from under the wing of their factory. And this is logical, because every self-respecting company should have a recognizable corporate style that will not only be visible from afar, but will also differ in the flow of cars.
At the front of the new Alfa Romeo Stelvio, its compact radiator grille stands out. It has the shape of a shield, which makes the car extraordinary. It is also worth noting the unusual design of the head lighting, which has become much more modern than the predecessors of this model.
In addition to the modern design of the headlights, I would like to note their technical equipment. In the basic version, the car will be sold with xenon headlights, as well as an automatic headlight adaptation system at night. In the maximum configuration, the buyer will receive, of course, this is no longer an innovation, LED headlights with adaptation. Under the raised bumper is a very impressive air intake, which gives the new crossover a bit of sportiness. From the front, the crossover looks quite interesting in general. Firstly, it is unusual that this is Alfa Romeo, Stelvio differs from its counterparts only in clearance.
In profile, the crossover looks as daring as possible. This effect was achieved by placing smooth and sharp lines on the sidewall of the car. The 18-inch alloy wheels have been redesigned to make them stand out from the crowd. In a more expensive configuration, the crossover will be equipped with 21-inch wheels. From this we can conclude why the new Alfa Romeo crossover needs such huge wheel arches.
At the back, you can distinguish a huge trunk door, into which any bulky luggage can crawl through. Three-dimensional lights, give the effect of elegance. The exhaust tips are split into four diffusers and finished in chrome. Above the rear glazing is a compact spoiler.
Interior Stelvio 2016
Inside the new crossover Alfa Romeo Stelvio, everything speaks of expensive finishing materials. In the interior design, materials such as genuine leather, soft plastic, velor and natural wood and chrome inserts were used. In general, the configuration and prices of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2016 allow the future owner to choose a salon according to his taste.
The driver's seat is decorated with an unusual dashboard. All the unusualness is hidden under the double glass, and the bulging contours of the monochrome add a highlight. In the center of the panel, as usual, there is a 5-inch on-board computer screen. All data about the state of the car, as well as its engine, are collected on this screen. Also worth noting is the stylish multifunctional steering wheel, which is trimmed with genuine leather and has a heating option.
The center panel, finished with soft plastic, is stitched with a stiff thread that adds contrast. In the center of the panel is a 10-inch LCD screen, which has a slight twist towards the driver. All multimedia information will be displayed on the monitor. Also, using the built-in GPS beacon, the driver will receive navigation information. As for multimedia control, it will be carried out both with the help of a multi-steering wheel and a sensor, and with the help of a smartphone, only before the phone will need to download the corresponding mobile application.
Brand new Alfa Romeo Stelvio, has excellent seats available. The front row of the crossover is equipped with sports seats with impressive lateral support. The basic Stelvio boasts heated and perforated seats. Thanks to the massive platform on which the crossover is installed, the rear row is spacious and able to comfortably accommodate three passengers. With a surcharge in the showroom, the potential owner of Alfa Romeo Stelvio will receive a three-zone air conditioner in the salon.
In terms of safety, Alfa Romeo Stelvio can be supplemented with a sensor that monitors the lane of movement, a camera that monitors the blind spots, and a circular view camera. The picture will be sent to the multimedia screen. A frontal collision warning sensor can also be installed.
The luggage compartment is 650 liters. These numbers can be easily doubled by transforming the back row.
Technical characteristics of the crossover Stelvio 2016
The basic equipment of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2016 in Russia will be equipped with a 2.0-liter petrol engine with a capacity of 275 horsepower. This engine went to the crossover by inheritance from the sedan Alfa Romeo Giulia. Up to a hundred, the crossover will accelerate in 6.5 seconds, and the maximum speed will be 205 kilometers per hour.
In the most expensive configuration, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio will have a 3.0-liter monster with 500 horsepower. Acceleration to hundreds will be carried out in some 4 seconds. The maximum speed will be 245 kilometers per hour. According to this indicator, the Italian-made crossover even surpassed the Porshe Macan Turbo S.
The rest of the characteristics of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2016 also impress the ordinary car enthusiast. The basic configuration of the crossover will be equipped with rear-wheel drive, but from the next stage, the car will have all-wheel drive. Also worth noting are all-wheel disc brakes and electric power steering.
The cost of the crossover Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2016
The start of sales in Russia Alfa Romeo Stelvio, scheduled for mid-2017. In Europe, the car is already actively purchased, and so far there have been no complaints. The price for Alfa Romeo Stelvio in Russia will range from 3,900,000 to 6,800,000 rubles. Italian manufacturers are confident that Alfa Romeo Stelvio will compete with its German and Japanese counterparts in this segment.
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