17-03-2025
Alfa Romeo Reportedly Set to Sunset Gas-Powered Giulia, Stelvio
Alfa Romeo is gearing up for the debut of its next-generation models, but the flip side of that apparently will be the demise of some of its beloved current vehicles. The company's dealers in Italy have reportedly received a memo outlining the end of the current gas-powered Giulia and Stelvio nameplates, with production of those fan-favorite models allegedly set to wind down over the course of the year.
According to the alleged memo, which was first posted to the r/AlfaRomeo subreddit and then shared more broadly by MoparInsiders, the Giulia Quadrifoglio will the first model to get the axe, with March 31 being the last date to place orders. That vehicle has already been off the market in the States since the end of model year 2024, but remains on sale in Europe for the time being. The hot version of the Stelvio will reportedly follow suit, with the memo stating order books will close April 30.
The death of those models will see the end — for now, at least, of the Ferrari-derived 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V-6, which propelled the pair to rival the likes of BMW M and Mercedes-AMG. Sprint, Veloce, and Intensa trims, which feature the brand's turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, will reportedly no longer be available for order after May 31. After that, customers will only be able to purchase a Stelvio or Giulia with the 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine on offer in Europe.
Road & Track has reached out to Alfa Romeo for confirmation on the aforementioned timeline. We'll update this story with any statement provided by the automaker.
Of course, we already know there won't be too long a wait before the new models arrive. MoparInsiders has reported the new Stelvio SUV, which is slated to ride on Stellantis's STLA Large Platform, should debut on June 24 to celebrate the brand's 115th anniversary. Given the flexible nature of the platform, don't be surprised to see a variety of powertrain options find their way to the SUV, including traditional combustion, hybrids, and pure electric variants.
Alfa has also confirmed plans to replace the current Giulia, though that model isn't expected to break cover until 2026 (potentially, however, as a crossover). That said, a similar powertrain lineup would likely be expected for the sedan. No word yet on what the future holds for the Quadrifoglio models, but BMW's hybridized M5 might be a good hint at what's to come.
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