Stelvio vs. BMW X3

2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. BMW X3 Comparison | Glendale, CA

Discover versatility and a wealth of driving thrills behind the wheel of the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio or 2024 BMW X3. These two-row luxury models are both designed with premium technology and superb performance — but which one is right for you? Learn more about the differences with this 2024 Stelvio vs. X3 comparison crafted by the specialists at Alfa Romeo of Glendale to make that decision for yourself.

If you find that the Stelvio is the more intriguing option, continue your research with our model review and schedule a test drive with your favorite model from our new inventory in Glendale, CA.

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2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. BMW X3 Interior Features

Refined accommodations enhance every drive in the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2024 BMW X3. While you’ll find many similar standard features in each model, there are several notable differences to consider. The Stelvio features standard heated front and rear seats; you’ll need an optional package to enjoy these in the X3. The same is true of the standard heated steering wheel in the Stelvio.

To help you stay connected, the Stelvio and X3 include Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ with their respective infotainment systems. Interact with key vehicle specs on a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster in the X3 and a standard 12-inch color display in the instrument cluster for the Stelvio. An 8.8-inch touchscreen is included with the Alfa Romeo, while a 10.25-inch central display is featured in the BMW.

2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio interior front
2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio exterior in parking lot

2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. BMW X3 Dimensions, Cargo Space, & Seating

Overall, the 2024 BMW X3 is slightly larger than the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, measuring in at just over an inch longer and nearly 180 pounds heavier. Both vehicles seat up to five people, though the X3 offers a bit more interior headroom and legroom. With the rear seats folded down, both vehicles offer versatile cargo accommodations, with a slight edge in cargo space going to the BMW.

See the interior specs for both models in the accompanying chart.

Model 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2024 BMW X3
Length 184.6 in. 185.9 in.
Curb Weight 3,901 lbs. 4,079 lbs.
Seating Five Five
Headroom (Front/Rear) 40.2 / 38.9 in. 41.1 / 41.1 in.
Legroom (Front/Rear) 36.6 / 31.9 in. 40.3 / 36.4 in.
Max. Cargo Space 56.5 cu.-ft. 62.7 cu.-ft.

2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. BMW X3 Engine Specs & Performance

If you’re considering the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2024 BMW X3, it’s likely that exciting performance is a key characteristic you’re looking for in your next luxury vehicle. Both models feature a standard 2.0L turbocharged inline four-cylinder (I4) engine with excellent performance specs. The standard Stelvio engine comes with stronger standard horsepower, torque, and acceleration numbers than the X3. For more thrilling drives, the 2.9L V6 engine included with the Stelvio Quadrifoglio outperforms the 3.0L I6 on the X3 M model with 505 horsepower and a stunning 3.6-second 0 to 60 MPH time.

In their base configurations, both models are available with either rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), while all other variants for either vehicle come with standard AWD.

If you opt for the Stelvio Quadrifoglio model, the DNA Pro drive mode system features a thrilling race mode — learn more with our Alfa Romeo DNA Drive Mode selector page.

See the engine performance specs in the accompanying chart.

Model 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2024 BMW X3
Engine 2.0L turbocharged I4 2.9L twin-turbo V6 2.0L BMW TwinPower turbocharged I4 3.0L BMW M TwinPower turbocharged I6 3.0L BMW M TwinPower turbo I6
Horsepower 280 HP 505 HP 248 HP 382 HP 473 HP
Torque 306 lb.-ft. 443 lb.-ft. 258 lb.-ft. 369 lb.-ft. 457 lb.-ft.
MPG (city/hwy) 22 / 29 17 / 23 23 / 29 21 / 26 15 / 20
0-60 MPH 5.5 sec. 3.6 sec. 6.0 sec. 4.4 sec. 3.9 sec.
2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio exterior driving on snowy road

2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. BMW X3 Reliability & Safety Technology

The 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2024 BMW X3 both feature a strong collection of advanced driver assistance features. Among their similar equipment, you’ll find systems designed to alert you of oncoming collisions and help automatically apply the brakes, a blind spot monitoring system, front and rear parking distance assist, automatic high-beam control for your headlamps, and a rearview camera. A unique standard feature of the X3 is lane departure warning, while adaptive cruise control that adjusts your speed is included with the Stelvio.

2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. BMW X3 Exterior Color Options

Stand out from the crowd with your favorite exterior color option for either the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio or 2024 BMW X3. The Stelvio is uniquely available with a flashy Verde (Green) Montreal Tri-Coat, while the BMW X3 offers a unique Sao Paulo Yellow color.

2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Colors
  • Alfa White
  • Alfa Rosso (Red)
  • Vulcano Black
  • Vesuvio Gray
  • Moonlight Grey
  • Milano White
  • Misano Blue
  • Rosso (Red) Etna
  • Verde (Green) Montreal
2024 BMW X3 Colors
  • Alpine White
  • Jet Black
  • Carbon Black
  • Black Sapphire
  • Dark Graphite
  • Mineral White
  • Phytonic Blue
  • Brooklyn Grey
  • Skyscraper Grey
  • Tanzanite Blue II
  • Aventurin Red
  • Sao Paulo Yellow
  • Toronto Red
  • Marina Bay Blue

2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. BMW X3 Price

Find the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Sprint — the base model in its trim lineup — starting at $45,950 MSRP. By comparison, the base configuration 2024 BMW X3 sDrive30i starts at $46,900 MSRP.

2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. BMW X3 Comparison | Glendale, CA

Maximize the enjoyment you get out of your driving experience with a high-performance luxury vehicle like the 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio SUV or 2023 BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle®. With robust engines, plush interior features, and space for friends or family, the Stelvio and X3 certainly fulfill many shoppers’ lists of must-haves — but what about yours? See how the 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2023 BMW X3 fit your criteria for a new luxury vehicle using this comparison research guide created by the professionals at Alfa Romeo of Glendale. For additional information, see our Stelvio model review. 

The best way to learn more about which luxury performance SUV suits you is to get behind the wheel. Schedule a test drive with the new Alfa Romeo Stelvio for sale at our Alfa Romeo dealership in Glendale, CA, and form a first-hand impression.

Our team of Alfa Romeo vehicle specialists is available to answer any questions you may about a particular model. Send us a message to start the conversation or call us at (818) 500-1750.

2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. BMW X3 Interior Features

Whether you drive the 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio or 2023 BMW X3, you know you’re driving something special from the moment you step inside. Standard leather upholstery greets you in the Stelvio, while the BMW X3 comes with standard SensaTec upholstery and is available with leather seats. Genuine details like oak wood trim in the BMW or wood, aluminum, or carbon fiber in the Alfa Romeo lend a high-end finish to the premium cabins. Power-adjustable front seats and a 40/20/40 split-folding rear seat give you plenty of easy ways to configure either model. 

At the center of the dash, interact with your maps, entertainment, and messages with an 8.8-inch touchscreen in the Stelvio or a standard 10.1-inch control display in the X3. 

For more information about particular features, see our Stelvio interior page. 

Dimensions, Cargo Space, & Seating

The two-row Alfa Romeo Stelvio and BMW X3 both seat five people. Overall, the BMW is a bit longer than the Alfa Romeo, and includes more legroom and cargo space when you fold down the rear seats. Compare the interior specs for both models in the accompanying table. 

Alfa Romeo Stelvio

Model

BMW X3

184.6 in.

Length

185.9 in.

Five

Seating

Five

36.6 / 31.9 in. 

Legroom (front/rear)

40.3 / 36.4 in. 

56.5 cu.-ft. 

Max. Cargo Space

62.7 cu.-ft. 

Engine Specs & Performance

Superb performance and thrilling acceleration await behind the wheel of the 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio or BMW X3. Depending on the trim package you pick, choose between two engines on the Stelvio or three engines on the X3. Both models come with standard turbocharged four-cylinder engines and offer a six-cylinder option. However, in both the standard and available engines, the Alfa Romeo delivers more thrilling horsepower and faster acceleration times than the BMW. 

Both vehicles are available with rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), again depending on the trim package you select, along with an eight-speed automatic transmission. 

Customize the driving dynamics of either model with the driving dynamics control system on the BMW or the Alfa Romeo DNA drive mode selector system in the Stelvio.

Compare engine performance specs for the Stelvio and X3 in the accompanying chart.

Model

Stelvio

Stelvio

X3

X3

X3

Engine

2.0L turbocharged 

2.9L twin-turbo V6

2.0L BMW TwinPower turbo I4

3.0L BMW M TwinPower turbo I6

3.0L BMW M TwinPower turbo I6

Horsepower

280 HP

505 HP

248 HP

382 HP

473/503 HP

Torque

306 lb.-ft. 

443 lb.-ft. 

258 lb.-ft. 

369 lb.-ft. 

457/479 lb.-ft. 

MPG

22 city / 29 hwy 

17 city / 23 hwy 

23 city / 29 hwy 

21 city / 26 hwy 

15 city / 20 hwy 

0-60 MPH

5.4 sec. 

3.6 sec. 

6 sec. 

4.4 sec. 

3.9 sec. 

Reliability & Safety Technology

Drive with peace of mind in either the 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio or BMW X3. Rely on standard features like active blind spot detection, lane departure warning, and front collision warning with city collision mitigation to navigate safely to and fro in the X3. Advanced assistance from dynamic cruise control in the BMW and adaptive cruise control with full stop in the Alfa Romeo are also standard features. 

Other safety features you’ll find in every 2023 Stelvio include:

  • Blind spot and cross path detection
  • Front and rear park assist sensors
  • Full speed forward collision warning plus
  • Rear backup camera
  • Lane departure warning

Exterior Color Options

Whether you prefer to fly under the radar or dazzle neighbors and everyone you pass on the freeway, the 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2023 BMW X3 have an exterior color for you.

2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio

  • Alfa White
  • Alfa Rosso (Red)
  • Vulcano Black Metallic
  • Vesuvio Gray Metallic
  • Moonlight Gray Metallic
  • Anodized Blue Metallic
  • Misano Blue Metallic
  • Rosso (Red) Etna
  • Ocra GT Tri-Coat
  • Verde (Green) Montreal Tri-Coat

2023 BMW X3

  • Alpine White
  • Jet Black
  • Carbon Black Metallic
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Dark Graphite Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
  • Brooklyn Grey metallic
  • Skyscraper Grey metallic
  • Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
  • Adventurin Red Metallic
  • Sao Paulo Yellow
  • Toronto Red Metallic
  • Marina Bay Blue Metallic

2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. BMW X3 Price

The 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio starts at $46,575 MSRP in the Sprint trim, while the 2023 BMW X3 starts at $46,200 with the X3 sDrive30i. 

For more information about pricing for the unique Alfa Romeo Stelvio you prefer, contact an Alfa Romeo of Glendale representative online or by calling us at (818) 500-1750.

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