Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. BMW X4
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio and BMW X4 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Alfa Romeo Stelvio and the BMW X4.
In comparing the Alfa Romeo Stelvio's and the BMW X4's specifications and ratings, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The BMW X4 has the advantage in the area of resale value. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio and BMW X4 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio's and the BMW X4's specifications and ratings, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is a better car than the BMW X4.
Pricing: A used 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio ranges from $47,019 to $59,081 while a used 2025 BMW X4 is priced between $49,337 to $66,736. For a new model, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio's price is between $49,767 and $61,590, with the BMW X4 priced between $59,825 and $76,185.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio loses 58.6 percent of its value and the BMW X4 loses 53.3 percent of its value. This means the BMW X4 retains 5.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the BMW X4 base engine makes 248 horsepower. Both the Stelvio and the X4 are rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 473 and 464 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and rear head room. The BMW X4 has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear leg room. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio and BMW X4 are comparable in regards to front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
49767 - 61590
Starting MSRP:
48995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
49635
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
23800 - 79100
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
59825 - 76185
Starting MSRP:
55300
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
49635
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
23800 - 79100
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
52997
Price Range:
47019 - 59081
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
51781
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
25863 - 81247
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
56836
Price Range:
49337 - 66736
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
51781
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
25863 - 81247
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
28976
Depreciation %:
0.59140478
Resale Value $:
20019
Residual Value %:
0.40859522000000004
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.53712559
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.38326835 - 0.59140478
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
29662
Depreciation %:
0.53639122
Resale Value $:
25638
Residual Value %:
0.46360878000000005
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.53712559
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.38326835 - 0.59140478
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Alfa Romeo Stelvio
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
14.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
12.0 - 16.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW X4
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
14.6
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
14.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
12.0 - 16.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.179
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
8.228633296658254
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.8 - 54.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
11.423343534208126
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.8 - 54.4
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
14 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 27Ranking
18 out of / 68Ranking
19 out of / 28Ranking
25 out of / 64Ranking
26 out of / 28Ranking
26 out of / 28Ranking
26 out of / 28Ranking
39 out of / 68Ranking
40 out of / 68Ranking
42 out of / 68Ranking
45 out of / 68Ranking
59 out of / 68Ranking
63 out of / 68Ranking
64 out of / 68BMW X4 Rankings
Ranking
8 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
20 out of / 27Ranking
22 out of / 68Ranking
23 out of / 28Ranking
24 out of / 68Ranking
24 out of / 28Ranking
30 out of / 68Ranking
36 out of / 68Ranking
37 out of / 68Ranking
37 out of / 64Ranking
55 out of / 68Ranking
58 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Trim Levels
Base, Intensa, Tributo Italiano
BMW X4 Trim Levels
M40i, xDrive30i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
306 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 473 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 27 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
18.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
134.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
18.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4007 lbs
Width:
85.2 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
184.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4178 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
63.8 inches
Length:
187.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Vulcano Black Metallic
Blue
Misano Blue Metallic
Gray
Moonlight Grey Metallic / Vesuvio Gray Metallic
Green
Verde Fangio Metallic
Red
Alfa Rosso / Rosso Etna
White
Alfa White / Milano White
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Carbon Black Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Phytonic Blue Metallic / Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
Gray
Brooklyn Grey Metallic / Dark Graphite Metallic
Green
Not available
Red
Aventurin Red Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black w/ Blue Contrast Stitching / Black w/ Red Contrast Stitching
Beige
Canberra Beige
Brown
Cognac / Cognac w/ Contrast Stitching / Mocha
Gray
Oyster
Red
Tacora Red
