What the known faults on this Alfa Romeo Stelvio typically cost to put right at a UK independent garage · use the figures to price risk before you bid, and to justify a reduction when something shows up on inspection.
The single priciest documented job on the 2017–2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is head gasket / cooling system repair at £900–£2,600. Few cars need every repair listed here · treat £2,730–£10,300 as the full exposure if one arrived with all of them.
Coolant leaks from the radiator seams or lower hoses, leading to low coolant warnings and potential overheating.
Inspect · Shine a torch through the lower front grille to check for pink or orange crusting on the radiator's bottom corners. Check the expansion tank level under the bonnet.
Turbo petrol carbon build-up and minor oil leaks
Inspect · Check for oil weeping around the turbo and cam cover gaskets
Air suspension faults on Ti and Veloce trims lowering unevenly
Inspect · Check ride height is level on all four corners after a short drive
Infotainment freezes and software glitches affecting climate and connectivity
Inspect · Cycle through every infotainment function and check for freezes or blank screens
Parking sensor and camera module failures
Inspect · Test all parking sensors and reversing camera for clarity
Juddering or binding sensation from the Q4 transfer case during tight, low-speed turns due to degraded fluid or clutch pack wear.
Inspect · Perform a tight figure-of-eight manoeuvre at walking pace on full lock. Feel for driveline vibration or hesitation from the centre of the vehicle.
Water ingress into the front footwells causing damp carpets and potential Body Control Module (BCM) failure.
Inspect · Press firmly into the front passenger and driver footwell carpets to check for dampness. Look for water staining around the A-pillars and sunroof wind deflector.
Brake-by-wire pedal feel inconsistency and premature disc wear
Inspect · Test pedal feel at low speed and check disc condition through the wheels
Ranges are indicative parts-and-labour costs at a UK independent garage, inclusive of VAT. Franchised dealers typically sit 40–80% higher, and prestige or electrified variants sit at the top of each band. Always get a written quote before committing.
Build a tickable checklist for the exact car in front of you, record faults with photos, and hand the buyer a report.