Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer able to charge at home or work, the Porsche Macan Electric is the more complete daily SUV: its 100 kWh battery is rated for 641 km, DC charging reaches 270 kW, and it brings 355 hp and 563 Nm. Yet both reach 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds, so the Alfa Romeo Stelvio does not feel outgunned in the sprint. The Stelvio answers with all-wheel drive, a 230 km/h top speed and a 64-litre petrol tank for drivers without dependable charging. The Porsche is roomier and better equipped for parking, but considerably dearer.
Pick the Alfa Romeo Stelvio if you want all-wheel drive, a 64-litre petrol tank and 230 km/h top speed without relying on charging.
Pick the Porsche Macan Electric if you can use 11 kW AC or 270 kW DC charging and want 641 km claimed range, more cabin technology and the longer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Alfa Romeo Stelvio RM480,128; Porsche Macan Electric RM575,000.
- Power and torque: Stelvio 276 hp and 400 Nm; Macan Electric 355 hp and 563 Nm.
- Driving range/energy storage: Stelvio 64-litre petrol tank; Macan Electric 100 kWh battery with 641 km EV range.
- Driveline: Stelvio all-wheel drive; Macan Electric rear-wheel drive.
- Size and boot: Stelvio is 4,687 mm long with a 525-litre boot; Macan Electric is 4,784 mm long with a 540-litre boot.
- Warranty: Stelvio 5 years/150,000 km; Macan Electric 8 years/160,000 km, including battery cover.
Stelvio
- All-wheel drive and 230 km/h top speed.
- 276 hp, 400 Nm and a 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 20-inch Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV tyres and 525-litre boot.
- Less power and torque: 276 hp/400 Nm versus 355 hp/563 Nm.
- Shorter 5-year/150,000 km warranty versus 8 years/160,000 km.
- No 360-degree camera, auto parking or head-up display.
Macan Electric
- 100 kWh battery, 641 km range and up to 270 kW DC charging.
- 355 hp and 563 Nm, while matching the Stelvio's 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 540-litre boot, 360-degree camera, auto parking and head-up display.
- Costs RM94,872 more.
- Rear-wheel drive rather than the Stelvio's all-wheel drive.
- Lower 220 km/h top speed versus 230 km/h.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM480,128✓ | RM575,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM455 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | PPE platform, 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 276 hp | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 84 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 355 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 563 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 100 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 641 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 270 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 220 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,687 mm | 4,784 mm |
| Width | 1,903 mm | 1,938 mm |
| Height | 1,648 mm | 1,622 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,818 mm | 2,893 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,295 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 64 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres | 540 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 235/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Italy (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | — |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | — |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| 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 & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags & Front Center Airbag |
| 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 | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix Adaptive LED Projectors | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| 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 System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 8.8" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 10.9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Bose Sound System (710-watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Power Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree 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 | 160,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 8 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 & Macan Electric for sale
Stelvio vs Macan Electric FAQ
Is the Alfa Romeo Stelvio or Porsche Macan Electric better?
The Porsche Macan Electric is better for a buyer with regular charging access, thanks to 641 km range, 355 hp, 563 Nm, longer warranty and extra parking technology. Choose the Stelvio instead if all-wheel drive and petrol refuelling suit your routine better.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Macan Electric costs RM575,000, which is RM94,872 more than the RM480,128 Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
Which one is more practical for family use?
The Porsche Macan Electric is marginally more practical on dimensions: it is 97 mm longer, has a 75 mm longer wheelbase and a 540-litre boot versus the Stelvio's 525 litres. Both have five seats and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.