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We’re well into the 2021 model year, and for whatever reason, Alfa Romeo waited until the last month of 2020 to reveal the 2021MY Giulia and Stelvio. Instead of a thorough redesign for the compact sedan and SUV (Europe got a mid-cycle update earlier this year), the financially troubled Italian automaker focuses on new features.
But first, let’s talk about the Veloce Turismo Internazionale version of the Stelvio. Better described as the next best specification after the Quadrifoglio, this fellow is rocking 21-inch alloys, dark badging, black exhaust finishers, and real carbon fiber for the interior trim. The lightweight material is also utilized for the driveshaft, and Q4 AWD comes standard regardless of engine option. Indeed, there are two to choose from if you live in Europe.
The most desirable of the lot is the 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder Global Medium Engine with 280 metric horsepower, better known as the Hurricane in the Jeep Wrangler. Alternatively, you can spoil the sportiness of the Stelvio Ti by picking the 2.2-liter MultiJet turbo diesel with 210 PS on tap.
“Fast International Tourism” also means this Stelvio features a specific aerodynamic diffuser, aluminum paddles for the eight-speed automatic transmission, body-hugging seats, and a fair bit of Alcantara. A black headliner, mirror caps, and window garnish round off the list of goodies.
Over in Europe, both the Giulia and Stelvio have been treated to Level 2 autonomous driving. Alfa Romeo calls it that way, but the truth of the matter is, semi-autonomous is the right way to describe the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems suite. If you’re wondering what Level 2 means for the Italian automaker, let’s say that Traffic Jam Assist and Highway Assist are the highlights. In other words, Honda is miles ahead with the 2021 Legend.
Last but certainly not least, Alfa Connect Services gains a few new packages. My Assistant, for example, offers an SOS call function that should come in handy in the case of an accident or if the vehicle breaks down. My Remote, on the other hand, consists of services like remote control of car functions via smartphone or smartwatch, Amazon Alexa, as well as Google Home.
The most desirable of the lot is the 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder Global Medium Engine with 280 metric horsepower, better known as the Hurricane in the Jeep Wrangler. Alternatively, you can spoil the sportiness of the Stelvio Ti by picking the 2.2-liter MultiJet turbo diesel with 210 PS on tap.
“Fast International Tourism” also means this Stelvio features a specific aerodynamic diffuser, aluminum paddles for the eight-speed automatic transmission, body-hugging seats, and a fair bit of Alcantara. A black headliner, mirror caps, and window garnish round off the list of goodies.
Over in Europe, both the Giulia and Stelvio have been treated to Level 2 autonomous driving. Alfa Romeo calls it that way, but the truth of the matter is, semi-autonomous is the right way to describe the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems suite. If you’re wondering what Level 2 means for the Italian automaker, let’s say that Traffic Jam Assist and Highway Assist are the highlights. In other words, Honda is miles ahead with the 2021 Legend.
Last but certainly not least, Alfa Connect Services gains a few new packages. My Assistant, for example, offers an SOS call function that should come in handy in the case of an accident or if the vehicle breaks down. My Remote, on the other hand, consists of services like remote control of car functions via smartphone or smartwatch, Amazon Alexa, as well as Google Home.
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