Verdict
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio costs RM480,128, undercutting the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV by RM145,760, yet reaches 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds versus 6.1 seconds and carries 525 litres of luggage against 195 litres. That makes the Alfa the sharper five-seat choice if outright acceleration and boot capacity matter. The EQS SUV justifies its extra outlay with seven seats, a 118 kWh battery rated for 673 km, 22 kW AC and 200 kW DC charging, plus a 3,210 mm wheelbase that is 392 mm longer than the Stelvio’s. It is the more accommodating electric luxury SUV, provided its compact quoted boot suits your use.
Pick the Alfa Romeo Stelvio if you want the quicker 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time, a 525-litre boot and a five-year/150,000 km warranty.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV if you need seven seats, electric driving with a 673 km rated range and its extensive rear-seat and infotainment hardware.
Key differences
- Powertrain: Stelvio has a 276 hp/400 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine; EQS SUV has two motors producing 355 hp/800 Nm.
- Performance: Stelvio does 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and tops out at 230 km/h; EQS SUV takes 6.1 seconds and reaches 210 km/h.
- Electric capability: Stelvio has a 64-litre petrol tank; EQS SUV has a 118 kWh battery, 673 km range, 22 kW AC and 200 kW DC charging.
- Size: Stelvio is 4,687 mm long with a 2,818 mm wheelbase; EQS SUV is 5,125 mm long with a 3,210 mm wheelbase.
- Seating and boot: Stelvio has five seats and 525 litres; EQS SUV has seven seats and 195 litres.
- Wheels: Stelvio uses 20-inch alloys with 255/45R20 tyres; EQS SUV uses 22-inch alloys with 275/40R22 tyres.
Stelvio
- Quicker 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 525-litre boot is 330 litres larger.
- Five-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- Five seats versus the EQS SUV's seven.
- No electric range or AC/DC charging capability.
EQS SUV
- Seven-seat layout with sliding second row and folding third row.
- 118 kWh battery with 673 km rated range and 200 kW DC charging.
- Heated, ventilated memory front seats, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- Slower 6.1-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.7 seconds.
- 195-litre boot is much smaller than the Stelvio's 525 litres.
- Four-year manufacturer warranty versus five years for the Stelvio.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM480,128✓ | RM625,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM455 |
| 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 | — | 355 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 800 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 118 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 673 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds✓ | 6.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,687 mm | 5,125 mm |
| Width | 1,903 mm | 1,959 mm |
| Height | 1,648 mm | 1,718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,818 mm | 3,210 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,810 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 64 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 195 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 275/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 275/40R22 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Cooper Zeon Crossrange |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Italy (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Four-link Axle |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 22" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver and Front Passenger Knee Airbag | Driver and Front 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix Adaptive LED Projectors | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats, Heated and Ventilated with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 6 |
| Sun Shade | — | Yes |
| Audio | 8.8" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 17.7" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 12.3" OLED Touchscreen for Front Passenger; 11.6" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround 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 Start |
| 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 Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| 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✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years/250,000 km Warranty for Traction 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.
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Stelvio vs EQS SUV FAQ
Is the Alfa Romeo Stelvio or Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV better?
The EQS SUV is better for seven-seat electric transport, rated 673 km range and richer cabin technology. Choose the Stelvio for quicker acceleration, a far larger 525-litre boot and a lower purchase price.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV costs RM145,760 more than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
Which one has more usable passenger space?
The EQS SUV has seven seats and a 3,210 mm wheelbase, compared with five seats and a 2,818 mm wheelbase in the Stelvio. The Stelvio counters with a 525-litre boot, against 195 litres for the EQS SUV.
