Verdict
At RM480,128, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio costs RM50,240 more than the RM429,888 Lexus RZ, yet the Lexus is quicker to 100 km/h at 5.3 seconds against 5.7 seconds and carries an 8-year, unlimited-mileage battery warranty. Its 71.4 kWh battery, 440 km range and 150 kW DC charging suit drivers able to charge regularly. The Stelvio counters with a 230 km/h top speed, matrix adaptive LED headlamps and a marginally larger 525-litre boot. For Malaysian buyers, the RZ’s RM335 annual road tax also undercuts the Stelvio’s RM438.
Pick the Alfa Romeo Stelvio if you want petrol power, an 8-speed ZF automatic, 230 km/h top speed and the more flexible 40:20:40 rear-seat split.
Pick the Lexus RZ if you can charge an EV regularly and want lower purchase price, quicker acceleration, 440 km range and stronger parking assistance.
Key differences
- Price: Alfa Romeo Stelvio RM480,128; Lexus RZ RM429,888.
- Performance: Stelvio 276 hp, 400 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds; RZ 308 hp, 435 Nm and 5.3 seconds.
- Energy system: Stelvio has a 1,995 cc turbo petrol engine and 64-litre tank; RZ has two motors and a 71.4 kWh battery.
- EV capability: Stelvio has no stated EV range or charging rate; RZ is rated for 440 km, 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging.
- Top speed: Stelvio 230 km/h; RZ 160 km/h.
- Boot and rear seats: Stelvio 525 litres with 40:20:40 folding; RZ 522 litres with 60:40 folding.
Stelvio
- 230 km/h top speed
- Matrix adaptive LED projector headlamps
- 525-litre boot and 40:20:40 rear-seat split
- RM50,240 dearer to buy and RM103 higher annual road tax
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 5.7 seconds versus 5.3 seconds
- Four front and four rear parking sensors, versus six at each end plus surround-view camera and auto parking
RZ
- 308 hp, 435 Nm and 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- 71.4 kWh battery, 440 km range and 150 kW DC charging
- Surround-view camera, auto parking, head-up display and 64-colour ambient lighting
- 160 km/h top speed, 70 km/h below the Stelvio
- 522-litre boot is 3 litres smaller
- 60:40 rear-seat split is less flexible than the Stelvio’s 40:20:40 arrangement
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM480,128 | RM429,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM335✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| 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 | — | 308 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 435 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 71.4 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 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 | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,687 mm | 4,805 mm |
| Width | 1,903 mm | 1,895 mm |
| Height | 1,648 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,818 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,125 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 64 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 522 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Italy (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Aluminium in Black and Bright Machined Finish |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Aluminium in Black and Bright Machined Finish |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on 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 | Bi-LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam and Sequential Indicators |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 3 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| 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 | 14" EMV Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Wired Android Auto, Wireless Apple CarPlay and 12-speaker Lexus Premium Sound 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation (with Smart Card Key) |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Power Boot | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | 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 | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on EV battery |
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 & RZ for sale
Stelvio vs RZ FAQ
Is the Alfa Romeo Stelvio or Lexus RZ better?
The Lexus RZ is the better fit if home or workplace charging is available: it is cheaper, quicker, has 440 km of stated range and more parking technology. Choose the Alfa Romeo Stelvio for its 230 km/h top speed and 40:20:40 rear-seat flexibility.
What is the price difference?
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio costs RM50,240 more than the Lexus RZ. Its annual road tax is also RM438, compared with RM335 for the RZ.
Which is quicker and more practical?
The RZ is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds against the Stelvio’s 5.7 seconds. The Stelvio is marginally more practical for luggage at 525 litres versus 522 litres, and its 40:20:40 rear split offers more loading flexibility.