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.
When we compare 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, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. The BMW X4 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. 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 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio ranges from $42,424 to $57,443 while a used 2024 BMW X4 is priced between $51,713 to $73,299. For a new model, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio's price is between $47,226 and $59,847, with the BMW X4 priced between $58,776 and $75,459.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio loses 54.2 percent of its value and the BMW X4 loses 50.7 percent of its value. This means the BMW X4 retains 3.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is 6.5 out of 10 while the BMW X4's quality rating is 7.2 out of 10. This results in the Alfa Romeo Stelvio being ranked 13 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the BMW X4 being ranked 9 out of 29. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is ranked 37 and the BMW X4 is ranked 28.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is 5.8 out of 10. For the BMW X4 the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the BMW X4 an advantage in reliability compared to 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. The Stelvio is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 miles. The X4 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. This gives the Alfa Romeo Stelvio the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW X4. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: 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:
$47,226 - $59,847
Starting MSRP:
$45,950
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$50,139
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$22,400 - $79,100
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$58,776 - $75,459
Starting MSRP:
$55,000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$50,139
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$22,400 - $79,100
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$49,228
Price Range:
$42,424 - $57,443
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$57,314
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$27,806 - $84,530
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
824
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
557
# Good or Great Deals:
16
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$61,359
Price Range:
$51,713 - $73,299
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$57,314
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$27,806 - $84,530
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
217
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
7,646
# Good or Great Deals:
71
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$25,302
Depreciation %:
55.1%
Resale Value $:
$20,648
Residual Value %:
44.9%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
50.5%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
40.4% - 56.6%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$28,162
Depreciation %:
51.2%
Resale Value $:
$26,838
Residual Value %:
48.8%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
50.5%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
40.4% - 56.6%
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.5 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Alfa Romeo Stelvio
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
12.3
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
10.7 - 13.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW X4
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
12.2
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
12.3
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
10.7 - 13.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
11.8%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.8 - 26.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
10.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.8 - 26.1
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 27Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 68Ranking
23 out of / 59Ranking
26 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Ranking
33 out of / 68Ranking
35 out of / 68Ranking
37 out of / 68Ranking
39 out of / 68Ranking
41 out of / 68Ranking
43 out of / 68Ranking
47 out of / 68Ranking
58 out of / 68Ranking
59 out of / 68BMW X4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 27Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
23 out of / 68Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
28 out of / 68Ranking
32 out of / 68Ranking
34 out of / 68Ranking
35 out of / 59Ranking
38 out of / 68Ranking
51 out of / 68Ranking
53 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Trim Levels
Competizione, Quadrifoglio, Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversary, Quadrifoglio Carbon, Sprint, Ti, Veloce
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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 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):
0.072 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:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 490 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 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 482 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
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
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
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
Wifi:
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
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
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
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
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
Wifi:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
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:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3901 lbs
Width:
74.9 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
184.6 inches
Wheelbase:
111 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:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R18
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
Gray
Moonlight Grey Metallic / Vesuvio Gray Metallic
Red
Alfa Rosso
White
Alfa White / Milano White
Blue
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Carbon Black Metallic / Jet Black
Gray
Brooklyn Grey Metallic / Dark Graphite Metallic
Red
Aventurin Red Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Blue
Phytonic Blue Metallic / Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Canberra Beige
Brown
Cognac / Cognac w/ Contrast Stitching / Mocha
Gray
Oyster
Red
Tacora Red
