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Alpha Romeo Stelvio Review: Stylish Yet Underwhelming SUV

Alpha Romeo Stelvio Review: Stylish Yet Underwhelming SUV
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In this episode, the folks at savagegeese take a deep dive into the Alpha Romeo Stelvio, a vehicle that promises much but delivers little. They praise the initial styling efforts by Alfa Romeo, which set the Stelvio apart with a unique and eye-catching design. However, the team quickly points out that the lack of consistent updates has left the Stelvio trailing behind its competitors in terms of interior quality and technology. Despite some physical controls and intuitive features, the overall feel of the Stelvio's interior falls short of the mark set by brands like Genesis and Mazda.

Moving under the hood, the team explores the mechanical aspects of the Stelvio, shedding light on its aging platform shared with the Giulia sedan. The discussion delves into the underwhelming performance of the 4-cylinder engine, highlighting its lackluster power delivery and unresponsive transmission. While the Stelvio boasts a rear-biased all-wheel-drive system and a unique suspension setup, the driving experience fails to impress, with excessive body roll and limited dynamic capabilities. The team's disappointment with the Stelvio's performance is palpable, as they expected more from a brand with such potential.

As the review progresses, the team reflects on the missed opportunities by Alfa Romeo in evolving the Stelvio to meet current market standards. They question the relevance of the Stelvio in a segment that demands constant innovation and improvement to stay competitive. Despite acknowledging the platform's potential for good driving dynamics, the team ultimately concludes that the Stelvio falls short of delivering a standout experience in its price range due to its outdated technology and lackluster performance. In a surprising turn, they recommend considering a used Stelvio for those seeking driving excitement without the bells and whistles of the latest tech features.

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Late 2010s car designs with physical gauges and smaller infotainment screens are preferred over one giant slab of glass

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