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2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio

2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio is a high-performance SUV that channels the brand's illustrious racing heritage -- mamma mia! It sits at the very top of the Stelvio lineupo, and it stands out as one of the most powerful street-legal cars ever to wear an Alfa emblem. Technical specifications The Stelvio's heart is a 2.9-liter V6 engine designed with input from Ferrari. It relies on a pair of turbochargers to generate an impressive output of 505 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 443 pound-feet of torque from 2,500 to 5,500 rpm. That’s enough for a zero-to-60-mph time of 3.9 seconds. It keeps accelerating until it reaches 177 mph if you give it enough tarmac. High-performance Brembo brakes bring the action to a stop. The six-cylinder sends its power to all four wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission. Alfa doesn’t offer rear-wheel drive or a manual transmission. Spotter’s guide The Quadrifoglio stands out from the standard Stelvio in several ways. Up front, you’ll notice a model-specific front bumper with bigger air vents that direct cooling air to the brakes and a splitter at the very bottom. Its profile is characterized by a Quadrifoglio emblem on each fender, side skirts, and model-specific alloy wheels. Finally, the rear end receives a discreet roof-mounted spoiler and four exhaust tips integrated into a large diffuser. It’s a relatively low-key crossover, especially considering the firepower under the hood. Life aboard Step inside and you’ll find a three-spoke steering wheel, red contrast stitching for a sporty touch, sport seats for the front passenger, and loads of real carbon fiber trim. It’s not all about performance, though; Alfa’s newest sports sedan offers seating for five passengers and 18.5 cubic feet of trunk space, which is on the low side for the segment. An 8.8-inch screen integrated into the dashboard runs Uconnect, which bundles the Giulia’s connectivity, entertainment, and navigation functions into a single unit. It’s not a touch screen; the passengers use a controller knob in the center console to navigate the various menus. Standard and optional features The Quadrifoglio is a mono-spec model, meaning it’s only offered in a single trim level. It comes standard with bi-xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights, LED rear lights, heated door mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, ambient lighting, automatic dual-zone A/C, leather upholstery on the dashboard and the upper parts of the door panels, luxury floor mats with accent stitching, an 8.8-inch touch screen, navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, aluminum pedals, heated 14-way power-adjustable front seats, a multi-function steering wheel, parking sensors on both ends, keyless entry and start, and a universal garage door opener. The list of standalone options includes carbon ceramic brakes, black or yellow brake calipers, a different alloy wheel design, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, Sparco racing seats for the front passengers, and an Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel. Buyers can also select the driver assistance dynamic plus package, which includes adaptive cruise control with full stop, lane departure warning, automatic high beams, and an infrared windshield. Occupant safety Every Quadrifoglio comes with front, side, curtain, and knee airbags, traction control, stability control, a forward collision warning system, a blind spot monitoring system, brake assist, and hill-start assist. Key competitors Right now, the Stelvio Quadrifoglio's main rival is the Porsche Macan GTS. The segment is still small, but it's set to grow in the coming months.

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