Hyundai Palisade vs Alfa Romeo Stelvio
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular SUVs compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Price Breakdown
The Hyundai Palisade starts from $66,800 before on-road costs, while the Alfa Romeo Stelvio opens at $82,950. That makes the Hyundai Palisade the more affordable entry point by $16,150.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $73,480 and $91,245 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Alfa Romeo Stelvio by roughly $4,275 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio counters with Apple CarPlay, ventilated seats, power tailgate, Harman Kardon audio and ambient lighting that the Hyundai Palisade does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Hyundai Palisade uses a Petrol producing 217kW and 355Nm of torque, sent through a 8-speed auto to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.9 seconds.
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio responds with a Petrol making 206kW and 400Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 5.7 seconds.
The Hyundai Palisade has the clear power advantage at 217kW vs 206kW. In the real-world sprint, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is 3.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Hyundai Palisade measures 4,995mm long on a 2,900mm wheelbase, 309mm longer than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio at 4,686mm (2,818mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Hyundai Palisade generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 311L in the Hyundai Palisade and 525L in the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, giving the Alfa Romeo Stelvio a 214L advantage. The Hyundai Palisade seats 8 vs 5.
For towing, the Hyundai Palisade leads with a 2,200kg braked capacity vs 1,814kg. That 386kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.8m diameter
Average
Based on 11.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,993/year for the Hyundai Palisade and $2,138/year for the Alfa Romeo Stelvio. That is a $855 annual difference in favour of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
Estimated annual total: $2,993 (Hyundai Palisade) vs $2,138 (Alfa Romeo Stelvio). The Alfa Romeo Stelvio saves you roughly $855 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai Palisade) vs 5 years / 150,000km (Alfa Romeo Stelvio). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Hyundai Palisade if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, need stronger towing, or prefer Hyundai's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Alfa Romeo Stelvio if: You need more boot space, want lower running costs, or prefer Alfa Romeo's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
This is genuinely close. The Hyundai Palisade and Alfa Romeo Stelvio trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio will save you roughly $855 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio has a clear edge. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Hyundai Palisade and Alfa Romeo Stelvio?
The Hyundai Palisade is the cheapest at $66,800 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Alfa Romeo Stelvio by $16,150.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio uses the least fuel at 7.5L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Hyundai Palisade all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio has the largest boot at 525L.
Which can tow the most?
The Hyundai Palisade has the highest braked towing capacity at 2,200kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Hyundai Palisade makes the most power at 217kW. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is quickest to 100km/h in 5.7s.
Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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