2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. Mazda CX-90 Comparison | Glendale, CA

Premium amenities and dynamic performance characterize both the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2024 Mazda CX-90. Differing levels of space, standard equipment, and power help set these two SUVs apart — so, which one is the ideal choice for you? Learn about the key differences with this Stelvio vs. CX-90 comparison created by the professionals at Alfa Romeo of Glendale and make a more informed decision.

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2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. Mazda CX-90 Interior Features

Soft-touch materials and thoughtful design details combine to make every drive enjoyable in the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2024 Mazda CX-90. While each vehicle has its advantages, the Stelvio sets itself apart with several standard amenities and unique features.

Notable differences include:

Standard Comfort Features

Enjoy a standard heated steering wheel, heated front and rear seats, and leather seat upholstery in every Stelvio. In advanced trims, the Mazda CX-90 also offers these features, along with ventilated front and second-row seats.

Performance-Minded Design

On spirited drives, the Stelvio Quadrifoglio supports you with unique available Sparco® and Alcantara® race seats, and provides a tactile reminder of the Alfa Romeo racing legacy with a carbon fiber steering wheel.

Climate Control

To support their seating configurations, the Mazda comes with a three-zone climate control, while the Alfa Romeo features a dual-zone automatic climate control system.

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2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. Mazda CX-90 Dimensions, Cargo Space, & Seating

One of the key differences between the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2024 Mazda CX-90 is their size. The CX-90 is a three-row SUV with up-sized proportions, while the Stelvio is an agile two-row SUV. To create this added space, the CX-90 is over 800 pounds heavier than the Stelvio and 17 inches longer. Which size and seating configuration fits your active lifestyle? Compare the differences with the accompanying chart to help decide.

Model	Stelvio	CX-90
Length	184.6 in.	201.6 in.
Base Curb Weight	3,901 lbs.	4,709 lbs.
Max. Seating	Five	Eight
Headroom (First/Second/Third Row)	40.2 / 38.9 / N/A in.	39.7 / 39.3 / 36.9 in.
Legroom (First/Second/Third Row)	36.6 / 31.9 / N/A in.	41.7 / 39.4 / 30.4 in.
Cargo Space (Max./Behind Second/ Behind Third Row)	56.5 / 18.5 cu.-ft.	75.2 / 40.1 / 15.9 cu.-ft.

2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. Mazda CX-90 Engine Specs & Performance

Exciting power is a hallmark of the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2024 Mazda CX-90. A turbocharged inline four-cylinder (I4) engine is standard on the Stelvio, while a turbocharged inline six-cylinder (I6) engine is included with the standard CX-90. Standard horsepower output is identical. The enhanced version of the CX-90 engine boosts its output to 340 horsepower, but the twin-turbo V6 on the Stelvio Quadrifoglio models delivers a superb 505 horsepower.

Both CX-90 engines feature a 48-volt mild hybrid boost system that supplements gas engine performance. Every Stelvio is built with a lightweight and robust carbon fiber drive shaft. Standard paddle shifters grant you added control over the shift points of your eight-speed automatic transmission in both SUVs. All-wheel drive (AWD) is standard on every CX-90 and on all but the base Stelvio trim.

See the performance specs in the accompanying chart.

Model	Stelvio	Stelvio	CX-90	CX-90
Engine	2.0L turbocharged I4	2.9L twin-turbocharged V6	e-SKYACTIV®-G 3.3L turbo I6	e-SKYACTIV-G 3.3L turbo I6
Horsepower	280 HP	505 HP	280 HP	340 HP
Torque	306 lb.-ft.	443 lb.-ft.	332 lb.-ft.	369 lb.-ft.
MPG	22 city / 29 hwy	17 city / 23 hwy	24 city / 28 hwy	23 city / 28 hwy
Max. Towing	3,000 lbs.	N/A	3,500 lbs.	5,000 lbs.

2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. Mazda CX-90 Color Options

From white to gray to red to blue to black, the exterior color options for the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2024 Mazda CX-90 provide a wide range of options to choose from.

2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Color Options

Alfa White
Alfa Rosso (Red)
Vulcano Black
Vesuvio Gray
Moonlight Grey
Milano White
Misano Blue
Rosso (Red) Etna
Verde (Green) Montreal

2024 Mazda CX-90 Color Options

Rhodium White
Machine Gray
Soul Red
Artisan Red
Deep Crystal Blue
Jet Black
Platinum Quartz
Sonic Silver

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2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. Mazda CX-90 Safety Options & Technology

Standard displays in the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio include an 8.8-inch center display and a 12.3-inch color cluster display; 2024 Mazda CX-90 features a standard 10.25-inch center display and a 7-inch meter display. Both SUVs allow you to connect your compatible smartphone with ease using standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Enjoy the convenience of a wireless phone charger in every Stelvio, or in select CX-90 models. Select trims in either model offer a premium sound system; listen to your favorite music through a Bose® 12-speaker system in the CX-90 or a 14-speaker Harman Kardon® sound system in the Stelvio.

An extensive array of standard safety features for both the Stelvio and CX-90 help you drive with greater confidence, no matter the model you choose. Mazda safety features include: