2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs 2025 Honda CR-V

$48,995 · Crossover

$30,100 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and the 2025 Honda CR-V often boils down to what you prioritize: Italian flair and spirited performance, or unbeatable practicality and savings. This comparison presents a huge financial fork in the road; the Stelvio starts at a steep $48,995, nearly $18,895 more than the CR-V's $30,100 starting price. That extra cost buys you 280 hp and 306 lb-ft of torque, significantly trumping the CR-V's 190 hp. However, this power comes at the pump; the Stelvio manages only 24 MPG combined while running on required premium fuel, compared to the CR-V achieving 30 MPG combined using regular unleaded. Practicality also leans heavily toward Honda, as the CR-V offers 39.3 cu ft of cargo space—more than double the Stelvio's 18.5 cu ft. Ultimately, you are weighing serious performance against serious savings and space.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

Choose the Alfa Romeo Stelvio if...

You demand spirited driving dynamics, prioritizing the Stelvio's 280 hp performance.
You desire all-wheel drive capability standard for potentially better foul-weather grip.
Budget is secondary to having a premium, performance-oriented Italian badge.

Choose the Honda CR-V if...

Keeping running costs low is paramount due to its 30 MPG combined and regular fuel requirement.
Maximum storage is necessary, as its 39.3 cu ft of cargo space dwarfs the Stelvio's offering.
You want to spend under $31,000, saving substantial money upfront compared to the Alfa Romeo.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Alfa Romeo Stelvio	Honda CR-V
Length	184.6"	184.8"
Width	74.9"	73.5"
Height	66.0"	66.2"
Wheelbase	111.0"	106.3"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	—
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	—
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	1.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	280 hp @ 5200 rpm	190 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	306 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm	179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	continuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/28 MPG	28/34 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	30 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	371.8/473.2 mi.	392.0/476.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	16.9 gal.	14.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	—
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Infotainment Display	8.8 in	7.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	4
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	6 months	—
Stereo Power	—	160W
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
One-Touch Power Windows	4	2
Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Remote Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Front Head Room	40.2 in.	40.0 in.
Front Leg Room	36.6 in.	41.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.5 in.	57.9 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	6-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Front Hip Room	—	55.6 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Rear Head Room	38.9 in.	38.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	31.9 in.	41.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.0 in.	55.9 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	52.6 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Wheel Material	Alloy	Steel
Wheel Size	19 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/55R19	235/65R
Wheel Cover Type	—	✓
Wheel Diameter	—	17 in
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	—	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2025 Honda CR-V.

How much more power does the Alfa Romeo Stelvio offer over the Honda CR-V?

The 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio boasts 280 horsepower and 306 lb-ft of torque, providing a difference of 90 hp and 127 lb-ft more than the 2025 Honda CR-V's 190 hp and 179 lb-ft.

Is the extra cost of the Stelvio justified by its fuel economy?

No, the Stelvio costs $18,895 more to start and returns worse efficiency at 24 MPG combined, requiring premium fuel, while the CR-V achieves 30 MPG combined on regular unleaded.

Which vehicle offers substantially more practical space?

The 2025 Honda CR-V is the clear winner for cargo space, offering 39.3 cu ft, which is more than double the 18.5 cu ft available in the 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio.

Do both crossovers come standard with all-wheel drive?

The 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio includes all-wheel drive as standard equipment. The 2025 Honda CR-V, in its base configuration, uses front-wheel drive.

How do the physical sizes of these two crossovers compare?

Their lengths are nearly identical, with the CR-V measuring 184.8 inches and the Stelvio at 184.6 inches, showing they occupy similar footprints externally.