2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs 2025 Honda Pilot

$48,995 · Crossover

$40,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio embodies Italian passion, immediately drawing eyes with its sculpted profile and promise of spirited performance, starting at $48,995. It serves up 280 horsepower and 306 lb-ft of torque through an eight-speed automatic and standard all-wheel drive. Contrast this with the pragmatic powerhouse, the 2025 Honda Pilot, priced substantially lower at $40,200, which boasts a slight edge in peak horsepower with 285 hp, though torque trails at 262 lb-ft. While the Pilot is significantly larger, measuring 199.9 inches long compared to the Stelvio's 184.6 inches, the Alfa demands premium unleaded fuel. The Stelvio achieves 24 combined MPG, narrowly beating the Pilot’s 22 combined MPG, despite the Honda using regular unleaded. Emotion and dynamic agility define the Alfa, whereas the Pilot delivers substantial space—18.6 cu ft of cargo capacity versus 18.5 cu ft—for thousands less.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Honda Pilot

Its lower initial cost of $40,200 and use of regular unleaded fuel make the Pilot more financially sensible for daily grind.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda Pilot

Its greater exterior dimensions (199.9 inches length) suggest superior interior volume for passengers and gear.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio

Alfa Romeo heritage dictates sharper handling dynamics, and its 306 lb-ft of torque suggests superior mid-range acceleration feel.

💰 Best Value

2025 Honda Pilot

Saving $8,795 while offering slightly more horsepower (285 hp) and nearly identical cargo space defines superior baseline value.

Choose the Alfa Romeo Stelvio if...

Driving exhilaration and Italian styling are non-negotiable priorities.
All-wheel drive is required for daily driving confidence.
You prefer a slightly more efficient use of fuel, netting 24 combined MPG.

Choose the Honda Pilot if...

Adhering to a budget under $41,000 is critical.
You require maximum interior space from the longer 199.9-inch body.
Using less expensive regular unleaded fuel is important for long-term running costs.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Alfa Romeo Stelvio	Honda Pilot
Length	184.6"	199.9"
Width	74.9"	78.5"
Height	66.0"	71.0"
Wheelbase	111.0"	113.8"

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	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	280 hp @ 5200 rpm	285 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque	306 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm	262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable 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	19/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	371.8/473.2 mi.	351.5/499.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	16.9 gal.	18.5 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	✓	—
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Rear Climate Control	—	✓
Driver Vanity Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Infotainment Display	8.8 in	7.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	7
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	—	240W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Front Head Room	40.2 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	36.6 in.	41.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.5 in.	61.9 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	6-way	4-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	58.4 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Rear Head Room	38.9 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	31.9 in.	40.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.0 in.	61.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	57.4 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	19 x 8.0 in	20 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/55R19	255/50R
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Underbody 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.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 24000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2025 Honda Pilot.

How significant is the $8,795 price gap between these two crossovers?

The price difference is substantial; the 2025 Honda Pilot is priced nearly nine thousand dollars less than the 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. This major gap reflects the Pilot's focus on mass-market practicality versus the Alfa's premium, performance-oriented positioning.

Does the Honda Pilot's extra horsepower translate to a sportier drive than the Stelvio?

While the 2025 Honda Pilot has 285 hp compared to the Stelvio's 280 hp, the Alfa offers significantly more torque at 306 lb-ft versus 262 lb-ft. This extra torque in the Stelvio generally contributes to a more responsive and engaging feel during everyday driving maneuvers.

Which vehicle requires more expensive fuel?

The 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio mandates the use of premium unleaded fuel, which typically costs more at the pump. Conversely, the 2025 Honda Pilot is designed to run perfectly fine on less expensive regular unleaded fuel.

Comparing size, which crossover is physically larger?

The 2025 Honda Pilot is noticeably larger, measuring 199.9 inches in length and 78.5 inches in width. The 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is more compact at 184.6 inches long and 74.9 inches wide.

Is the all-wheel drive capability a key difference in the standard setup?

Yes, the 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio comes standard with all-wheel drive, suggesting better traction management out of the box. The 2025 Honda Pilot is listed with a front-wheel drive configuration as standard.