2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

$48,995 · Crossover

$37,190 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport resides in the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), presenting an $11,805 difference. Alfa Romeo demands a base MSRP of $48,995, while Volkswagen starts at $37,190. Performance metrics favor the Stelvio, offering 280 hp and 306 lb-ft of torque, compared to the Atlas Cross Sport's 269 hp and 273 lb-ft. Fuel economy calculations yield a combined 24 MPG for the Stelvio versus 23 MPG for the Atlas Cross Sport, although the Alfa requires premium unleaded, increasing operating costs. Dimensionally, the Atlas Cross Sport is substantially longer at 195.6 inches versus 184.6 inches for the Stelvio. This size difference directly impacts cargo capacity, where the Atlas Cross Sport provides 40.3 cu ft, more than doubling the Stelvio's 18.5 cu ft. Furthermore, the Stelvio mandates AWD while the Atlas Cross Sport defaults to FWD.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

Lower entry price and use of regular unleaded fuel make the Atlas Cross Sport financially superior for consistent daily driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

The Atlas Cross Sport offers 40.3 cu ft of cargo capacity, more than double the Stelvio's 18.5 cu ft, providing superior practicality for transporting gear.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio

The Stelvio generates higher output with 280 hp and 306 lb-ft of torque, coupled with standard all-wheel drive, suggesting a more performance-oriented focus.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

The Atlas Cross Sport achieves similar combined MPG while undercutting the Stelvio's MSRP by $11,805, representing a significantly lower cost of entry for a practical crossover.

Choose the Alfa Romeo Stelvio if...

Priority is placed on higher baseline horsepower figures (280 hp) and torque (306 lb-ft).
Standard all-wheel drive performance characteristics are required for the driving environment.
A buyer prioritizes compact exterior dimensions (184.6 inches length) over maximum internal space.

Choose the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport if...

Minimizing initial purchase price is a critical budgetary constraint.
Maximum cargo volume (40.3 cu ft) is necessary for utility or frequent hauling.
The owner prefers to use less expensive regular unleaded fuel instead of premium gasoline.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Alfa Romeo Stelvio	Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
Length	184.6"	195.6"
Width	74.9"	78.3"
Height	66.0"	68.1"
Wheelbase	111.0"	117.3"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Volkswagen
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	—	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Volkswagen
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	280 hp @ 5200 rpm	269 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	306 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm	273 lb-ft @ 1600 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	Volkswagen
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Volkswagen
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/28 MPG	20/26 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	371.8/473.2 mi.	372.0/483.6 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	16.9 gal.	18.6 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Volkswagen
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	✓	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Volkswagen
Infotainment Display	8.8 in	12.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	6
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	3 months
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Volkswagen
Front Head Room	40.2 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	36.6 in.	41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.5 in.	61.5 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	—
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: Leatherette	—	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Volkswagen
Rear Head Room	38.9 in.	37.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	31.9 in.	40.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.0 in.	60.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	58.7 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Volkswagen
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	19 x 8.0 in	18 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/55R19	245/60R18
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Volkswagen
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	7 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 20000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

How does the required fuel type impact the ownership cost of the 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio?

The 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio requires premium unleaded fuel, which typically costs more per gallon than the regular unleaded accepted by the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. This difference in fuel grade increases the Stelvio's running costs despite its slight MPG advantage.

What is the measurable difference in size between these two crossovers?

The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is 11 inches longer than the 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio (195.6 inches versus 184.6 inches). The Atlas Cross Sport is also wider and taller, resulting in significantly more passenger and cargo volume.

Is the Atlas Cross Sport significantly less powerful than the Stelvio?

The 2025 Stelvio produces 280 hp, leading the Atlas Cross Sport's 269 hp, a difference of 11 horsepower. Torque output also favors the Stelvio at 306 lb-ft compared to 273 lb-ft.

How does the standard drivetrain configuration vary between these models?

The 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio comes equipped exclusively with all-wheel drive, while the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport defaults to front-wheel drive in its base configuration.

Can the Atlas Cross Sport accommodate more gear than the Stelvio?

Yes, the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport offers 40.3 cubic feet of cargo capacity, which is 21.8 cubic feet more than the 18.5 cubic feet available in the 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio.