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Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs BMW 3 Series Touring - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (210 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (51900 £ vs 41100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Stelvio or BMW 3 Series Touring?

Alfa Romeo Stelvio

5 (1 Reviews)
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BMW 3 Series Touring

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Stelvio

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BMW 3 Series Touring has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41100 £ , while the Alfa Romeo Stelvio costs 51900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10885 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 3 Series Touring manages with 2.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio with 6 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

3 Series Touring

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Touring has a clearly edge – offering 550 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Alfa Romeo Stelvio takes 6.60 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Alfa Romeo Stelvio tops out at 215 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Touring pulls distinct stronger with 700 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

Stelvio

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, BMW 3 Series Touring is to a small extent lighter – 1650 kg compared to 1820 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio offers minimal more room – 525 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio performs minimal better – up to 1600 L, which is about 90 L more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.

When it comes to payload, Alfa Romeo Stelvio somewhat takes the win – 590 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 3 Series Touring shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £41,100
3 Series Touring

BMW 3 Series Touring

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 550 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 10.5 L
  • Electric Range : 91 - 97 km
Alfa Romeo Stelvio
BMW 3 Series Touring

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Alfa Romeo Stelvio

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Alfa Romeo Stelvio combines Italian artistry with sporty performance, making it a standout in the SUV market. Its dynamic design captures the essence of elegance and agility, while the interior offers a driver-focused experience that enhances every journey. With a perfect blend of luxury and power, the Stelvio is ideal for those seeking both style and substance on the road.

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BMW 3 Series Touring

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.

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Alfa Romeo Stelvio
BMW 3 Series Touring

Costs and Consumption

Price
51900 - 56700 £
Price
41100 - 131100 £
Consumption L/100km
6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
91 - 97 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
157 g/km
co2
57 - 238 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
58 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1820 kg
Curb weight
1650 - 2025 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
Length
4687 mm
Length
4713 - 4714 mm
Width
1903 mm
Width
1827 - 1918 mm
Height
1693 mm
Height
1440 - 1448 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
Payload
590 kg
Payload
405 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
210 HP
Power HP
150 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.60 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
215 km/h
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Torque
470 Nm
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
154 kW
Power kW
110 - 405 kW
Engine capacity
2143 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Alfa Romeo Stelvio have?

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.