2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. 2023 FIAT 500X Review

Picture of the 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio

2025 Alfa Romeo
Stelvio

MSRP*: $48,995 to $55,995
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2023 FIAT
500X

MSRP*: $30,245 to $33,275
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MPG - City 22 MPG 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 56.5 ft3 39.8 ft3
Engine
  • 280-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 177-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 280 hp 177 hp
Towing Capacity 3,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 184.6 in 167.2 in
Exterior Width 74.9 in 70.7 in
Leg Room Front 36.6 in
Rear 31.9 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 34.8 in
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the FIAT 500X than in the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, due to its greater head- and legroom. The FIAT 500X will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.

Convenience
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio requires fewer stops at the gas station than the FIAT 500X, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Alfa Romeo Stelvio will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the FIAT 500X, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is much wider than the FIAT 500X, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the FIAT 500X.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is clearly the choice over the FIAT 500X for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio greatly out-muscles the FIAT 500X.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the FIAT 500X.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Alfa Romeo Stelvio and the FIAT 500X. With the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the FIAT 500X.