Alfa Romeo Stelvio for Sale - Import from Japan

The Stelvio is Alfa Romeo's first SUV, shown in 2016 and sold in Japan from 2018. It is built on the same Giorgio platform as the Giulia saloon, which explains why it steers more sharply than most family SUVs. There is only one generation so far, with a mid-life update that brought new headlights, a revised interior and updated driver assistance.

Chassis codes listed in Japan under codes such as 94920 (the 2.0 litre turbo petrol with Q4 four-wheel drive) and 94922 (the 2.2 litre turbo diesel Q4) are the two you will see most often. The code reveals the engine, so you can tell a diesel from a petrol at a glance even before you read the grade.

The 2.0 litre turbo petrol is the best all-rounder: quick, smooth and simple to run. The 2.2 litre turbo diesel gives better economy and strong torque for long trips, but it carries a particulate filter and an exhaust treatment system that does not like short journeys. Both are normally Q4 all-wheel drive in Japan, and many listings call out Q4 in the grade text. At the top of the range, the Quadrifoglio has a 2.9 litre twin-turbo V6 and is a different car in price and character.

Trim names such as Super, Sprint, Ti and Veloce appear across the range, and Japanese grades add package names like Sport Package or Edizione limited editions. Pick the version that matches the equipment you want, then compare condition. For low-cost entry, a 2019 petrol Q4 is the sensible choice. For a newer, better-equipped car, look at the 2022 and 2023 diesels.

On the road the Stelvio is one of the more rewarding SUVs in its class. The steering is quick, the body stays flat in corners and the eight-speed automatic is smooth. The trade-off is a firm ride on big wheels and a cabin that feels more driver-focused than spacious, so test the seats and boot if you carry a family. Against the Porsche Macan, BMW X3 and Jaguar F-Pace, the Alfa is the one chosen with the heart.

The Stelvio is a likeable but demanding car, and a careful inspection saves money. Learn the codes in our guide to reading Japanese auction sheets and request inspection photos before you bid.

• Electronics and software. Test the infotainment, driver assistance and warning lights, and ask whether updates have been applied.
• Diesel emissions. Look for notes on the particulate filter, the exhaust fluid system and regular oil changes.
• Turbo and engine noises. Listen for rattles, smoke or hesitation under load.
• Suspension and brakes. Check for clunks, uneven tyre wear and worn discs.
• Battery and charging. Short trips can strain the battery, so ask for a battery test.
• Underside and paint. Check the sheet diagram for repainted panels and underbody repairs.

These are asking prices from our dealer stock in November 2026, all FOB Japan. They are a guide, not a quotation, and freight and import taxes are extra.

• 2019 2.0 turbo Q4 Sport Package: about ¥750,000 to ¥1.7 million FOB.
• 2020 2.2 turbo diesel Q4: about ¥1.4 million FOB.
• 2022 2.2 diesel: about ¥3.2 million FOB.
• 2022 to 2023 diesel and limited-edition Q4 cars: about ¥3.8 million to ¥4.5 million FOB.

The widest difference in price comes from mileage, options and the number of owners recorded on the sheet. A cheap Stelvio is often a cheap Stelvio for a reason, such as accident repair, a long gap in servicing or a warning light, so compare two or three cars and read each inspection note before you chase the lowest figure. The newest diesel and limited-edition cars cost several times the entry price, and the extra money buys a lower mileage and a younger car rather than a different one.

The United States 25-year rule does not apply to the Stelvio, which is a 2018-onward model, and Alfa Romeo sold it new in the US. Canada's 15-year rule is also out of reach. That leaves markets that accept newer used cars, mainly right-hand-drive countries such as the UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand, along with some Asian and African countries.

The Stelvio was sold new in several of these markets, so the rules may restrict a parallel import, and diesels face tougher emissions rules in some places. Check current import requirements before you bid, and ask us to confirm the specification of the specific car.

A mid-size SUV fits on a RoRo ship, and that is usually the cheapest option. If you are shipping a high-spec Quadrifoglio or a limited edition, a container is worth considering. Because Alfa Romeos can have intermittent electronic faults, an inspection report with a scan for stored fault codes is worth requesting.

We may request a deposit before bidding, and it stays as wallet balance when you lose a lot. You pay within 3 days of winning, and we then arrange the export certificate, invoice and B/L, and can book RoRo or container space to your port. Tell us whether you prefer petrol or diesel and we will filter the stock.

Think about servicing before you ship. Alfa Romeo has a smaller dealer network than the German brands in many export markets, so find an independent specialist who can read the car and supply parts, and ask us to include a battery test and a fault code scan in the inspection. That small step catches the most common surprises before the car leaves Japan.