“This car does not integrate Apple Car play well. You can not use the voice command to make a call. You must use Siri to place calls. I have not experienced this with other vehicles. Music often stops playing while using Waze through Apple Car play. It takes too many steps to restart the music and to access Sirius XM.”
2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is a simplified four-trim lineup led by the new entry-level Sprint. This is not a redesign, and the regular turbo four-cylinder engine and high-performance Quadrifoglio V6 carry over.
About the 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
1st generation Stelvio, second year after the 2020 interior and infotainment update; not a redesign year.
Alfa Romeo positions the Stelvio as an Italian performance SUV with sharper handling and more personality than many mainstream compact luxury rivals. Its core appeal is a sporty driving feel, distinctive styling, and an upscale cabin wrapped into a practical five-seat SUV. For most shoppers, the Stelvio stands out by feeling more driver-focused and more visually expressive than the safer, more conservative choices in this class.
The 2021 lineup runs from the everyday Sprint to the better-equipped Ti, the more driver-focused Ti Sport, and the high-performance Quadrifoglio. Sprint has leather seats and an 8.8-inch touchscreen, while Ti adds comfort features and navigation. Ti Sport brings sport seats and a limited-slip rear differential, and Quadrifoglio uses a 505-hp twin-turbo V6 with upgraded suspension, brakes, and exhaust.
What changed, by category
Trim lineup
Sprint becomes the entry model in a tighter four-trim range. The 2020 Base, Sport, Ti Lusso, and Ti Sport Carbon trims are dropped, leaving Sprint, Ti, Ti Sport, and Quadrifoglio.
Tech and convenience
A power sunroof and built-in navigation become standard on the Ti and Ti Sport; both had been optional for 2020.
Driving hardware
Ti Sport gains a standard mechanical limited-slip rear differential, which helps distribute power between the rear wheels during cornering.
Styling
Ti Sport gains standard 20-inch five-hole wheels.
2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 2.9 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28 mpg | 29 mpg | 28 mpg | 23 mpg |
| Horsepower | 280 hp | 280 hp | 280 hp | 505 hp |
| Torque | 306 lb-ft | 306 lb-ft | 306 lb-ft | 443 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3000 lb | 3000 lb | 3000 lb | |
| Trunk/Cargo | 56.5 cu-ft | 56.5 cu-ft | 56.5 cu-ft | 56.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 31.9 in | 31.9 in | 31.9 in | 31.9 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | ||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| 115V Power Outlet | ||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio a redesign?
No. The 2021 Stelvio remains part of the first generation and follows the interior and touchscreen update introduced for 2020. Its main change is a simpler trim lineup.
Which trims make up the 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio lineup?
The 2021 Stelvio comes in Sprint, Ti, Ti Sport, and Quadrifoglio trims. Sprint replaces the broader lower-end Base and Sport mix, while Ti Lusso and Ti Sport Carbon are also dropped.
Did the 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio get new engines?
No. Regular 2021 Stelvio models retain the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, while the Quadrifoglio keeps its 505-hp twin-turbo 2.9-liter V6. Both use an eight-speed automatic transmission.
What became standard on the 2021 Stelvio Ti and Ti Sport?
A power sunroof and built-in navigation became standard on both the 2021 Ti and Ti Sport. Those features had been optional on the corresponding 2020 trims.
What changed on the 2021 Stelvio Ti Sport?
The 2021 Ti Sport gains a standard mechanical limited-slip rear differential and standard 20-inch five-hole wheels. Its power sunroof and built-in navigation also move from optional to standard.
2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
4.3
2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
(55 reviews)
“It's amazing! Best car I've purchased by far and I feel extremely safe driving my children around in it.”
“The Stelvio is a very sporty ride with great ergonomics and visibility. It isn't the most technologically advanced, in the interior.”