Verdict
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is the petrol choice here, but it asks RM19,328 more than the Jaguar I-Pace while giving away plenty on pace and practicality. The Jaguar’s dual-motor EV set-up makes 395 hp and does 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, against the Stelvio’s 276 hp and 5.7 seconds. It also has a much longer 2,990 mm wheelbase and a 656-litre boot. The Alfa counters with 8 airbags, a lower RM438 road tax and a familiar 1,995 cc petrol drivetrain.
Pick the Alfa Romeo Stelvio if you want a petrol SUV with 8 airbags, a 230 km/h stated top speed and lower annual road tax.
Pick the Jaguar I-Pace if you want the quicker, roomier EV, with 395 hp, 440 km of range and a 656-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Alfa Romeo Stelvio RM480,128; Jaguar I-Pace RM460,800
- Power: Alfa Romeo Stelvio 276 hp; Jaguar I-Pace 395 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Alfa Romeo Stelvio 5.7 s; Jaguar I-Pace 4.8 s
- Wheelbase: Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2,818 mm; Jaguar I-Pace 2,990 mm
- Boot space: Alfa Romeo Stelvio 525 L; Jaguar I-Pace 656 L
- Road tax: Alfa Romeo Stelvio RM438/year; Jaguar I-Pace RM545/year
Stelvio
- Lower RM438 annual road tax
- 8 airbags versus 6 in the Jaguar
- 230 km/h stated top speed
- Costs RM19,328 more
- Slower 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- Smaller 525-litre boot
I-Pace
- Quicker 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- 395 hp dual-motor output
- Larger 656-litre boot
- Higher RM545 annual road tax
- Only 6 airbags versus 8 in the Alfa
- No stated top speed figure here
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM480,128 | RM460,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM545 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 276 hp | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 84 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 395 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 696 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 90 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 100 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds | 4.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,687 mm | 4,682 mm |
| Width | 1,903 mm | 1,895 mm |
| Height | 1,648 mm | 1,565 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,818 mm | 2,990 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 64 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres | 656 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 245/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 245/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Goodyear Eagle F1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Italy (CBU) | Austria (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver and Front Passenger Knee Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For all seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix Adaptive LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8.8" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 10" Pivi Pro Infotainment System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Power Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Stelvio & I-Pace for sale
Stelvio vs I-Pace FAQ
Is the Alfa Romeo Stelvio or Jaguar I-Pace better?
The Jaguar I-Pace is the stronger all-round pick on numbers: it is cheaper, quicker, more powerful and has a bigger boot. Choose the Alfa Romeo Stelvio if you specifically want petrol power, 8 airbags and lower road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio costs RM480,128, while the Jaguar I-Pace costs RM460,800. That makes the Stelvio RM19,328 more expensive.
Which has more space?
The Jaguar I-Pace has the advantage, with a 2,990 mm wheelbase and 656-litre boot. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio has a 2,818 mm wheelbase and 525 litres of boot space.