Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Lotus Eletre
Verdict
At RM480,128 for the Alfa Romeo Stelvio and RM499,000 for the Lotus Eletre, the gap is RM18,872. The Lotus brings a 603 hp/710 Nm dual-motor EV setup, 600 km range, 350 kW DC charging and a 688-litre boot. The Alfa counters with a 276 hp/400 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine, smaller 4,687 mm by 1,903 mm footprint and lower RM438 road tax. The Lotus is quicker at 4.5 seconds to 100 km/h, but its RM1,440 road tax and 5,103 mm length matter in Malaysian parking.
Stelvio
Pick the Alfa Romeo Stelvio if you want the cheaper, smaller petrol AWD SUV with lower annual road tax and a conventional 8-speed ZF automatic.
Eletre
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you want far stronger EV performance, a bigger boot, 600 km range and much faster DC charging capability.
Key differences
- Price: RM480,128 for the Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs RM499,000 for the Lotus Eletre
- Output: 276 hp and 400 Nm in the Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs 603 hp and 710 Nm in the Lotus Eletre
- 0-100 km/h: 5.7 seconds for the Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs 4.5 seconds for the Lotus Eletre
- Size: 4,687 mm long and 1,903 mm wide for the Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs 5,103 mm long and 2,135 mm wide for the Lotus Eletre
- Boot space: 525 litres in the Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs 688 litres in the Lotus Eletre
- Road tax: RM438 per year for the Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs RM1,440 per year for the Lotus Eletre
Stelvio
- Lower purchase price by RM18,872
- Lower annual road tax at RM438 versus RM1,440
- More compact body for tight parking, at 4,687 mm long and 1,903 mm wide
- Much lower output: 276 hp and 400 Nm versus 603 hp and 710 Nm
- Slower 0-100 km/h time at 5.7 seconds versus 4.5 seconds
- Smaller boot at 525 litres versus 688 litres
Eletre
- Far quicker and more powerful, with 603 hp, 710 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds
- 600 km EV range with up to 350 kW DC charging
- Larger 688-litre boot and longer 3,019 mm wheelbase
- Costs RM18,872 more to buy
- Higher annual road tax at RM1,440 versus RM438
- Much larger footprint at 5,103 mm long and 2,135 mm wide
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 480,128✓ | RM 499,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | 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 | — | 603 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 710 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | — | 112 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 600 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 350 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 | 4.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 258 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,687 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width | 1,903 mm | 2,135 mm |
| Height | 1,648 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,818 mm | 3,019 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,490 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 64 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres | 688 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 255/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Italy (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| 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, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Electronic 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 rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix Adaptive LED Projectors | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear |
| 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 | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Power Boot | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with Surround View |
| 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/200,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 438✓ | RM 1,440 |
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 Eletre FAQ
Is the Alfa Romeo Stelvio or Lotus Eletre better?
The Lotus Eletre is better for performance, range and cabin space. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio makes more sense if you want the lower price, lower road tax and a smaller petrol SUV for daily use.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre costs RM18,872 more than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
Which is quicker from 0-100 km/h?
The Lotus Eletre is quicker, doing 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio takes 5.7 seconds.