2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. 2025 Lexus RX 350 Review

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2025 Alfa Romeo
Stelvio

MSRP*: $48,995 to $55,995
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2025 Lexus
RX 350

MSRP*: $49,125 to $61,520
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MPG - City 22 MPG 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 56.5 ft3 46.2 ft3
Engine
  • 280-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 280 hp 275 hp
Towing Capacity 3,000 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.6 in 192.5 in
Exterior Width 74.9 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 36.6 in
Rear 31.9 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 37.6 - 39.5 in
Rear 28.5 - 38.6 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Alfa Romeo Stelvio than in the Lexus RX 350. The Lexus RX 350 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
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio as you will with the Lexus RX 350, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). Whether you pick the Alfa Romeo Stelvio or the Lexus RX 350, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is about the same width as the Lexus RX 350. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is slightly shorter than the Lexus RX 350, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
With the Lexus RX 350, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Alfa Romeo Stelvio and the Lexus RX 350.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Lexus RX 350.

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 Lexus RX 350. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Lexus RX 350.