2017 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Caught on Camera, Exhaust Sounds Raspy

As a starting point, let’s focus on the headlights. The xenon technology, overall shape, graphics, LED daytime running lights, and LED turn signals are the spitting image of the units that adorn the compact executive sedan. Furthermore, the angle bracket taillight graphics also beautify the Giulia’s rear end. Then there’s the front grille and the bulbous hood. On the whole, these similarities shouldn’t surprise you.

Thing is, the 2017 Alfa Romeo Stelvio rides on the Giorgio platform, the rear- and all-wheel-drive vehicle architecture that’s used by the Giulia. Incidentally, the Stelvio caught on camera by MotoriOnline sounds like an Alfa Romeo should. Upon close listening, it’s easy to notice that it's a four-pot with a turbo strapped on to it for good measure. Of course, I’m referring to the 2.0 GME T4 that isn’t ready for production just yet.

The Stelvio will also be available with the 2.2 JTDm turbo diesel and a 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 developed with the help of Ferrari. And yes, there will be an Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio with 503 horsepower (510 PS) and 443 lb-ft (600 Nm) of torque on tap. The more pressing question is, will the hell-bent for leather Stelvio Quadrifoglio come in rear- or all-wheel-drive guise? Secondly, will it be available with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission or an eight-speed auto? In the latter’s case, output drops to 483 ponies (490 PS).

As for the cabin design of the 2017 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, I’m not holding my breath for a radical departure from the Giulia. These being said, the most vocal representative of the rumor mill suggesting that the 2016 Paris Auto Show in October is the place where the Stelvio will be presented to the general public.