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Based on the Giorgio vehicle architecture, the Giulia and Stelvio have been updated for the 2021 model year. Now arriving at U.S. dealers with more standard equipment, the compact executive sedan and SUV deliver “unsurpassed value, performance, and driving dynamics.”
As far as the Giulia is concerned, you have four trims to choose from. The Sprint starts at $39,450, while the range-topping Quadrifoglio can be yours from $74,750, excluding destination. All-wheel drive is also available as a $2,000 option on all trims except for the Quadrifoglio which has it as standard.
The Stelvio costs from $2,000 to $6,000 more depending on the specification. One of the most important updates for this model year is Level 2 semi-autonomous technologies designed to control acceleration, braking, and steering thanks to the likes of Highway Assist and Traffic Jam Assist.
Over-the-air updates, a Wi-Fi hotspot, a mobile app with remote operations, and an 8.8-inch touchscreen display are also worth mentioning, along with a machine-knurled rotary knob and the Italian flag at the base of the shifter. For 2021, Alfa Romeo further sweetens the deal with four new exterior colors. Be it the Giulia or Stelvio, the palette now includes Verde Montreal, Rosso Villa d’Este, Rosso GTA, as well as Ocra GT Junior.
As opposed to Europe, the U.S. doesn’t get the 2.2-liter turbo diesel. Customers will have to settle for a 2.0-liter turbo known as the Hurricane in the Jeep Wrangler or the Ferrari-based V6 with 2.9 liters of displacement.
The base engine develops 280 horsepower and 306 pound-feet (415 Nm) of torque, enabling the Giulia to accelerate to 60 mph (96 kph) in 5.1 seconds. Level up to the six-cylinder and twin-turbo option, and you’re looking at 505 horsepower and 443 pound-feet (600 Nm) of torque.
Even though American enthusiasts were looking forward to a stick shift when the Giulia Quadrifoglio was new, the Italian automaker couldn't care less about their wish. And no, you can’t get a six-speed manual transmission on lesser versions with the 2.0-liter engine either.
The Stelvio costs from $2,000 to $6,000 more depending on the specification. One of the most important updates for this model year is Level 2 semi-autonomous technologies designed to control acceleration, braking, and steering thanks to the likes of Highway Assist and Traffic Jam Assist.
Over-the-air updates, a Wi-Fi hotspot, a mobile app with remote operations, and an 8.8-inch touchscreen display are also worth mentioning, along with a machine-knurled rotary knob and the Italian flag at the base of the shifter. For 2021, Alfa Romeo further sweetens the deal with four new exterior colors. Be it the Giulia or Stelvio, the palette now includes Verde Montreal, Rosso Villa d’Este, Rosso GTA, as well as Ocra GT Junior.
As opposed to Europe, the U.S. doesn’t get the 2.2-liter turbo diesel. Customers will have to settle for a 2.0-liter turbo known as the Hurricane in the Jeep Wrangler or the Ferrari-based V6 with 2.9 liters of displacement.
The base engine develops 280 horsepower and 306 pound-feet (415 Nm) of torque, enabling the Giulia to accelerate to 60 mph (96 kph) in 5.1 seconds. Level up to the six-cylinder and twin-turbo option, and you’re looking at 505 horsepower and 443 pound-feet (600 Nm) of torque.
Even though American enthusiasts were looking forward to a stick shift when the Giulia Quadrifoglio was new, the Italian automaker couldn't care less about their wish. And no, you can’t get a six-speed manual transmission on lesser versions with the 2.0-liter engine either.
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