Our spy photographers have nabbed the first-ever shots of Alfa Romeo’s upcoming utility vehicle. Called Stelvio, the Alfa Romeo-badged SUV is expected to begin production later this year before going on sale in early 2017.
Although still clad in heavy camouflage, it’s clear that the Stelvio will borrow some design cues from the Giulia sedan, including Alfa’s signature front grille treatment. The rear of the Stelvio is concealed by a tent-like apparatus, but it appears as though the SUV will feature a fast-sloping rear hatch, giving the utility vehicle a sporty appearance that should match its driving dynamics.
Alfa will offer a Quadrifoglio Verde version of the Stelvio that should come packing the same Ferrari-sourced 2.9L twin-turbocharged V6 found in the Guilia Quadrifoglio Verde. However, given the wheel/tire package and the smallish brakes on this prototype, it’s probably a lesser version of the Stelvio. Other powertrains will include four- and six-cylinder engines, some of which will be of the diesel variety. The Stelvio will ship standard with rear-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive will be available.
Codenamed Tipo 949 D-SUV, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio will debut before the end of 2016, with sales set to commence in early 2017. However, it might take the Stelvio slightly longer to reach dealerships in the United States.
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