Verdict
At RM480,128, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio costs RM158,672 less than the RM638,800 Range Rover Velar, yet its 276 hp and 400 Nm cut the 0-100 km/h time to 5.7 seconds versus 6.7 seconds. The Velar gives a Malaysian buyer a much larger 673-litre boot, 21-inch wheels, panoramic sunroof and 825W Meridian audio, but its annual road tax is effectively identical at RM439 against RM438. The Stelvio is the sharper value call for performance and active safety, while the Velar suits those who will use its extra 148 litres of luggage room and richer cabin kit.
Pick the Alfa Romeo Stelvio if you want 276 hp, a 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time and autonomous braking for far less money.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Velar if a 673-litre boot, panoramic sunroof, head-up display and 825W Meridian sound system matter more than outright pace.
Key differences
- Price: Alfa Romeo Stelvio RM480,128; Land Rover Range Rover Velar RM638,800.
- Performance: Stelvio 276 hp, 400 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds; Velar 247 hp, 365 Nm and 6.7 seconds.
- Boot space: Stelvio 525 litres; Velar 673 litres.
- Dimensions: Stelvio 4,687 mm long and 1,903 mm wide; Velar 4,803 mm long and 2,145 mm wide.
- Safety: Stelvio has 8 airbags, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist; Velar has 6 airbags and no listed autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.
- Warranty mileage: Stelvio 150,000 km over five years; Velar 65,000 km over five years.
Stelvio
- 276 hp and 400 Nm with a 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Eight airbags, blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist.
- Five-year, 150,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- 525-litre boot trails the Velar's 673 litres.
- No panoramic sunroof, head-up display or electric steering adjustment.
Range Rover Velar
- 673-litre boot and a 40:20:40 split-folding rear seat.
- Panoramic sunroof, head-up display and ambient lighting.
- 17-speaker 825W Meridian audio, plus Adaptive Dynamics and Terrain Response.
- RM158,672 more expensive than the Stelvio.
- 247 hp and 365 Nm result in a slower 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Six airbags and no listed autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or blind-spot monitoring.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM480,128✓ | RM638,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 276 hp at 5,250 rpm✓ | 247 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 2,250 rpm✓ | 365 Nm at 1,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 84 mm × 90 mm | 83 mm × 92.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | ZF 8HP45 |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds✓ | 6.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 217 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 173 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,687 mm | 4,803 mm |
| Width | 1,903 mm | 2,145 mm |
| Height | 1,648 mm | 1,665 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,818 mm | 2,874 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,804 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 64 litres | 63 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres | 673 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 265/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Continental CrossContact LX Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Italy (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 21" Seven-spoke Style 1033 Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 21" Seven-spoke Style 1033 Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Adaptive Dynamics, Intelligent Driveline Dynamics, Terrain Response |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver and Front Passenger Knee Airbag) | 6 (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 | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix Adaptive LED Projectors | Matrix LED |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 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 | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 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" InControl Navigation Pro, Touch Pro Duo, 17-speaker 825W Meridian 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 Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Power Boot | Powered boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | No |
| 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✓ | 65,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/65,000 km free scheduled maintenance |
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 & Range Rover Velar for sale
Stelvio vs Range Rover Velar FAQ
Is the Alfa Romeo Stelvio or Land Rover Range Rover Velar better?
The Stelvio is better for performance, active safety and warranty mileage, delivering 276 hp and a 5.7-second sprint. The Velar is better for carrying luggage and cabin equipment, with a 673-litre boot, panoramic sunroof and head-up display.
What is the price difference?
The Range Rover Velar costs RM158,672 more than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Range Rover Velar has the bigger boot at 673 litres, a 148-litre advantage over the Alfa Romeo Stelvio's 525 litres.
