Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Lexus RZ
Verdict
These are two very different compact executive SUVs. The Lexus RZ costs RM429,888 against the Alfa Romeo Stelvio’s RM480,128, yet its dual motors give 308 hp and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time versus 276 hp and 5.7 seconds. The RZ also brings a 71.4 kWh battery and 440 km EV range. The Stelvio fights back with a much higher 230 km/h top speed, 400 Nm, a 64-litre petrol tank and a slightly larger 525-litre boot.
Stelvio
Pick the Alfa Romeo Stelvio if you want a petrol all-wheel-drive SUV with 400 Nm, a 230 km/h top speed and the marginally bigger boot.
RZ
Pick the Lexus RZ if you want the cheaper, quicker all-wheel-drive EV with 308 hp, 440 km of range and lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Power: Alfa Romeo Stelvio 276 hp; Lexus RZ 308 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Alfa Romeo Stelvio 5.7 s; Lexus RZ 5.3 s
- Top speed: Alfa Romeo Stelvio 230 km/h; Lexus RZ 160 km/h
- Length and wheelbase: Alfa Romeo Stelvio 4,687 mm/2,818 mm; Lexus RZ 4,805 mm/2,850 mm
- Boot space: Alfa Romeo Stelvio 525 L; Lexus RZ 522 L
- Road tax: Alfa Romeo Stelvio RM438/year; Lexus RZ RM335/year
Stelvio
- Higher 230 km/h top speed
- 400 Nm from the 1,995 cc petrol engine
- Slightly larger 525-litre boot
- RM50,240 dearer to buy
- Slower 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher RM438 annual road tax
RZ
- Cheaper by RM50,240
- Quicker 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- 440 km EV range from a 71.4 kWh battery
- Lower 160 km/h top speed
- Slightly smaller 522-litre boot
- Seven airbags versus eight in the Stelvio
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 480,128 | RM 429,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 276 hp | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 84 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 308 hp |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery Capacity | — | 71.4 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| 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) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| 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 |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| 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 |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 438 | RM 335✓ |
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.
Stelvio vs RZ FAQ
Is the Alfa Romeo Stelvio or Lexus RZ better?
The Lexus RZ is the stronger buy on paper: it is RM50,240 cheaper, has 308 hp versus 276 hp, and is quicker from 0-100 km/h. Pick the Stelvio if top speed and petrol ownership matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is RM50,240 more expensive, at RM480,128 versus RM429,888 for the Lexus RZ.
Which is quicker from 0-100 km/h?
The Lexus RZ is quicker, taking 5.3 seconds from 0-100 km/h. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio does the same sprint in 5.7 seconds.