Stelvio vs Toyota Highlander
2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. Toyota Highlander Comparison | Glendale, CA
As you search for a new SUV, deciding on your preferred characteristics is essential. The 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2024 Toyota Highlander both offer balanced standard engines, premium amenities, stylish colors, and plenty of modern tech. However, the Stelvio is a luxury two-row SUV with stunning power available, while the Highlander is a three-row SUV with an optional hybrid powertrain. In addition to these key differences, let the team at Alfa Romeo of Glendale walk you through a comparison of the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2024 Toyota Highlander, so you can decide on your favorite model.
If you prefer the Stelvio, learn more with our model review. Then, schedule a test drive with your preferred model from the new inventory at our Alfa Romeo dealership in Glendale, CA. See if our current Stelvio lease offer has the monthly rate you want.
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2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. Toyota Highlander Interior Features
Premium interior design is a hallmark of both the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2024 Toyota Highlander. Among the standard features you’ll find on the Stelvio, enjoy heated front and rear seats and a heated steering wheel. The Highlander offers these features along with ventilated front seats on higher trim levels. When it comes to materials, the Stelvio cushions the seats with standard leather upholstery, while the Highlander features standard cloth. Climate control zones are another difference — you get two zones of control in the Stelvio and three in the Highlander.
The Alfa Romeo racing legacy lives strong in the Stelvio Quadrifoglio models. As a nod to the performance-oriented design, this top-of-the-line model offers Sparco® racing seats, a race-inspired, flat-bottom carbon fiber steering wheel, and additional carbon fiber components throughout the cabin.
2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. Toyota Highlander Dimensions, Cargo Space, & Seating
One of the primary differences between the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2024 Toyota Highlander is their size. The Stelvio is a two-row SUV, while the Highlander is a three-row model. So, whether you need seating for five or eight will likely be a strong factor to consider. To accommodate its extra row of seats, the Highlander is just over 10 inches longer than the Stelvio. As a result, their cargo capacities are also notably different.
See the key dimensions and different specs for the Stelvio and Highlander in the accompanying chart.
| Model | Stelvio | Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 184.6 in. | 194.9 in. |
| Seating | Five | Eight |
| Headroom (First/Second/Third Row) | 40.2 / 38.9 / N/A in. | 41.2 / 39.4 / 36.1 in. |
| Legroom (First/Second/Third Row) | 36.6 / 31.9 / N/A in. | 42 / 38.7 / 28 in. |
| Max. Cargo Space | 56.5 cu.-ft. | 84.3 cu.-ft. |
2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. Toyota Highlander Engine Specs & Performance
The 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2024 Toyota Highlander engine options start with similarities, then go in very different directions. Each model features a standard turbocharged four-cylinder gas engine. The Alfa Romeo gets the advantage in horsepower, while the Highlander makes just slightly more torque.
If you want to step up to each model’s available powertrain, a clear difference emerges. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio model offers the 2.9L twin-turbo V6 engine capable of 505 horsepower and robust acceleration — go from 0 to 60 MPH in just 3.6 seconds. The optional Highlander hybrid powertrain prioritizes efficiency over increased power.
Both vehicles feature a standard eight-speed automatic transmission, though the Highlander hybrid models change to an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission. In its standard configuration, the Stelvio comes with rear-wheel drive (RWD) for that dynamic drive you know and love, while the Highlander features front-wheel drive (FWD). All-wheel drive (AWD) is available for both vehicles.
See the engine performance specs in the accompanying chart.
| Model | Stelvio | Stelvio | Highlander | Highlander |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L turbo I4 | 2.9L V6 | 2.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder | Hybrid powertrain with 2.5L engine |
| Horsepower | 280 HP | 505 HP | 265 HP | 243 net HP |
| Torque | 306 lb.-ft. | 443 lb.-ft. | 310 lb.-ft. | 175 lb.-ft. |
| MPG | 22 city / 28 hwy | 17 city / 23 hwy | 22 city / 29 hwy | 36 city / 35 hwy |
2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. Toyota Highlander Color Options
While you’ll find many relatively similar exterior colors for the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2024 Toyota Highlander, there are a few differences to note. First, if you’re looking for a blue SUV, then the hues available for these two are worth noting. Misano Blue Metallic for the Stelvio is a lighter, more vibrant shade, while Blueprint for the Highlander is darker.
Exterior color options for both models include:
2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio:
- Alfa White
- Alfa Rosso (Red)
- Vulcano Black
- Vesuvio Gray
- Moonlight Grey
- Milano White
- Misano Blue
- Rosso (Red) Etna
- Verde (Green) Montreal
2024 Toyota Highlander:
- Magnetic Gray
- Celestial Silver
- Moon Dust
- Midnight Black
- Ruby Flare
- Blueprint
- Wind Chill
- Cypress
- Cement
2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. Toyota Highlander Safety Options & Technology
Enjoy seamless connectivity whether you choose the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio or 2024 Toyota Highlander. Every Stelvio features an 8.8-inch center touchscreen paired with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, along with GPS navigation. For charging ease, a wireless phone charger is standard. Also standard is an eight-speaker sound system, which you can upgrade all the way to a 14-speaker Harman Kardon® premium sound system in select trims.
The Highlander features a standard 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A 12.3-inch touchscreen is available. Six speakers are standard, with the option for an 11-speaker JBL® system in higher trims. Qi wireless charging is included in top Highlander trim levels.
When it comes to peace of mind on the road, the Stelvio and Highlander offer excellent sets of safety equipment. In the Toyota, find standard Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ features, including a pre-collision system, lane departure alert, and dynamic radar cruise control. A blind spot monitor is also included. The Alfa Romeo includes the following features standard:
- Adaptive cruise control plus with full stop
- Blind spot and cross path detection
- Front and rear park assist sensors
- Full speed forward collision warning plus
- Rear backup camera
- Lane departure warning
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