2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs 2026 Honda CR-V

$48,995 · Crossover

$30,920 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between Italian flair and Japanese sensibility often boils down to your budget and how you plan to use your crossover. If badge prestige and spirited driving matter most, the 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio starts at a hefty $48,995, significantly pricier than the 2026 Honda CR-V's $30,920 starting point. That cost difference is substantial—nearly $18,075 separating them. Power is a major divergence; the Stelvio boasts 280 horsepower compared to the CR-V's 190 hp, promising a much quicker drive. However, that speed comes at a fuel cost: the Stelvio manages 24 MPG combined, while the CR-V achieves 30 MPG combined, saving you money every trip. You'll also notice the CR-V offers more than double the hauling ability, providing 39.3 cu ft of cargo space versus the Alfa’s 18.5 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Honda CR-V

The CR-V's 30 MPG combined rating and cheaper fuel requirements make it significantly less taxing on the wallet for daily driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Honda CR-V

With nearly double the available cargo space at 39.3 cu ft, the CR-V easily handles family gear and shopping runs.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio

The Stelvio brings 280 horsepower and standard all-wheel drive, offering a performance edge the CR-V cannot match.

💰 Best Value

2026 Honda CR-V

Saving over $18,000 upfront while getting superior fuel economy is hard to beat on the value scorecard.

Choose the Alfa Romeo Stelvio if...

Maximum driving engagement and higher horsepower (280 hp) are non-negotiable priorities.
You prefer the assurance of standard all-wheel drive on your crossover.
The $48,995 starting price fits comfortably within your luxury budget.

Choose the Honda CR-V if...

Keeping ownership costs low via fuel savings (30 MPG combined) is crucial.
You absolutely require maximum cargo flexibility, benefiting from 39.3 cu ft of space.
Operating solely on regular unleaded gasoline is preferred over premium fuel.

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	28/33 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	30 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	371.8/473.2 mi.	392.0/462.0 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	9.0 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
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
One-Touch Power Windows	4	1
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.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ 12000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2026 Honda CR-V.

How much more does it cost to fuel the Alfa Romeo Stelvio versus the Honda CR-V?

The Stelvio requires premium unleaded fuel, which is typically more expensive than the CR-V's regular unleaded requirement. Furthermore, the Stelvio only achieves 24 MPG combined, while the CR-V gets 30 MPG combined, resulting in more frequent—and costlier—fill-ups.

Is the size difference between these two crossovers meaningful?

Dimensionally, they are nearly identical in length (184.6 inches vs 184.8 inches) and height (66.0 inches vs 66.2 inches). The major difference is usability, as the CR-V offers 39.3 cu ft of cargo space compared to the Stelvio's 18.5 cu ft.

If I often drive in poor weather, which AWD system is superior?

The 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio comes standard with all-wheel drive, offering assured traction. The 2026 Honda CR-V lists front-wheel drive as standard, meaning you may need to upgrade trims to secure AWD capability.

How significant is the 90 horsepower difference in real-world driving?

The 90 horsepower edge (280 hp vs 190 hp) means the Alfa Romeo Stelvio will accelerate noticeably quicker. This is noticeable when merging onto highways or when drivers desire more immediate passing power.

Can the Honda CR-V handle performance needs despite lower power?

While the CR-V’s 179 lb-ft of torque is lower than the Stelvio’s 306 lb-ft, the CVT transmission in the CR-V is designed to keep the 190 hp engine in its most efficient powerband for daily tasks.