Alfa Romeo is gearing up to retire the current-generation Giulia sedan after a decade of service. But before you start tearing up, don’t reach for the tissues just yet. Production may be winding down in the next few months, but the Giulia will still be hanging around in North America until 2026. And before you get too sentimental, the nameplate is definitely sticking around for the long haul.

Read: 2027 Alfa Romeo Giulia Will Be A Crossover, Abandoning Its Sedan Roots

The Italian automaker is already hard at work on a next-generation Giulia, set to launch alongside an all-new Stelvio. Both models are expected to make their debut sometime next year.

What Will the New Giulia Look Like?

Given that prototypes of the new Giulia have yet to be spotted out in public, it’s a little difficult to know what it’ll look like. Recent reports suggest that Alfa Romeo is considering a drastic shift, with the next Giulia potentially evolving into a fastback-style crossover, something in the vein of the Peugeot 408 or Kia EV6.

We toyed around with renderings of this sedan-crossover hybrid a couple of months ago, but digital artist Theophilus Chin (also known as Theottle) had a different approach. On Instagram, he posted a question: “What if Alfa Romeo reskins the Giulia while riding on the talented Giorgio RWD platform?”

A Fresh Take on the Current Giulia

Chin’s renderings show what the new Giulia could look like if Alfa Romeo decided to stick with the current chassis, extending its life rather than moving to the STLA Large platform. It’s a theoretical take, sure, but one that’s interesting, if not entirely practical.

To reimagine the car, Theottle started off by pasting the body of the Xiaomi SU7 onto the skin of the current car before making a series of significant alterations to it. It’s an odd choice, we admit, but somehow, it works.

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While the SU7 looks very different than the Giulia, it does have some sexy lines and creases, many of which have been retained in these renderings. However, the front end has been overhauled, and now includes identifiable Alfa Romeo headlights that form part of the triangular-shaped grille.

There’s also a lot to like about the rear, which sports LED taillights reminiscent of those on the current Subaru WRX. However, this time around, they’re linked by a light bar for a more modern touch.

The Future of the Giulia

If the reports are to be believed, the new Giulia will be underpinned by Stellantis’s STLA Large architecture, already being used by the new Dodge Charger. All-electric versions will be offered, but Alfa Romeo has also said it’s working on different hybrid options.

Recent statements from the brand also indicate flagship Quadrifoglio versions of the new Giulia and Stelvio could retain six-cylinder engines, perhaps related to the beloved 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V6 these models currently use. We’ll see if that comes to fruition, but for now, it’s just a thought.

Alfa Romeo has confirmed to CarScoops that the all-new Stelvio will reach US dealerships in 2026, replacing the current generation that’s been with us since 2017. For those in the States still clinging to the classic models, the existing Stelvio and Giulia will stick around through 2026, giving buyers what could be one last shot at a pure-ICE Alfa before the brand fully embraces electrification with both hybrid and battery-powered options.

The news follows a leaked document from earlier this week, which suggested that production of the gas-powered Giulia and Stelvio would end by summer, with specific end dates for each variant. We reached out to Alfa Romeo North America for a comment, and here’s what a spokesperson told us:

“Following recent media speculation, Alfa Romeo North America reaffirms its ongoing evolution, ensuring a complete and multi-energy lineup for its latest models, including Tonale, which offers cutting-edge gas and PHEV mobility solutions. In North America, the 2.0L gas powertrain for Stelvio and Giulia will continue to be available through the 2026 calendar year,” the spokesperson said.

Scoop: This Is The New 2026 Alfa Romeo Stelvio

In addition to confirming the availability of the outgoing models, the Alfa Romeo spokesperson also shared details about their successors:

“Start of production for North America’s next-generation Stelvio will launch in the 2026 calendar year and the next-generation Giulia will follow. Based on the STLA Large multi-energy platform, both models will be available with electric and hybrid propulsion systems.”

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Earlier today, we shared the very first spy photos of the new-generation Stelvio, hiding its completely redesigned bodywork under layers of camouflage. Alfa Romeo CEO Santo Ficili recently announced that the SUV will be officially revealed later in 2025.

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As for the next iteration of the Giulia, there’s no official debut date just yet, but it’s expected to make its first appearance sometime in 2026. Expect a shift in design, as reports suggest the Giulia may abandon its sedan roots in favor of a more crossover, fastback silhouette, likely an attempt to broaden its appeal.

What’s Next for Alfa Romeo’s Duo?

Spy shots, teasers, and comments from Alfa Romeo’s top brass have given us a glimpse into the future of both the Giulia and Stelvio. The next-gen models are likely to adopt styling cues first seen on the Alfa Romeo Junior, while further evolving the Italian brand’s design language.

In addition to the new looks, the updated Stelvio and Giulia will feature the STLA Large platform, offering a choice of EV or hybrid powertrains. The new STLA Brain electronic architecture will further enhance the competitiveness of both models.

When these new versions hit the market, they’ll compete with rivals ranging from the gas-powered BMW 3-Series and X3 to the Neue Klasse i3 sedan and iX3 SUV, as well as the respective models from Mercedes and Audi—just to name a few of the more obvious contenders.

Alfa Romeo

Alfa Romeo is preparing to unveil the second-generation Stelvio, and we’re finally getting our first look at an actual prototype. Spotted testing in Europe, the tester offers a glimpse of what’s to come, with a debut planned for later this year ahead of a 2026 market launch. The new Stelvio, which will arrive in America as either a 2026 or 2027MY, promises to be a complete redesign, offering options for both fully electric and hybrid powertrains.

The prototype, covered in the usual Alfa Romeo camouflage, was spotted in northern Sweden, toward the tail end of cold weather testing. These spy shots come just days after Alfa Romeo CEO Santo Ficili confirmed the Stelvio’s 2025 debut, ahead of its 2026 release.

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Despite the heavy camouflage, the unmistakable outline of the signature scudetto grille peeks through, confirming this is unmistakably an Alfa Romeo. The front end seems to sport split LED headlights, with the upper units echoing the much smaller Junior, providing a subtle nod to the brand’s family styling.

A Sportier, Sleeker Profile

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From the side, the new Stelvio shows off a more athletic stance, with updated proportions that give it a sleeker, coupe-like SUV silhouette. The prototype also rolls on three-spoke alloy wheels and seems to be a bit longer than the current Stelvio, especially between the axles.

The roofline slopes gracefully down to what looks like an integrated rear spoiler, enhancing the sporty vibe. The rear section all but confirms that the new Stelvio will feature full-width LED taillights with a triangular shape, as shown in an earlier teaser.

New Platform, Same Alfa DNA

The new Stelvio will be the first vehicle in Europe to sit on Stellantis’ STLA Large platform, which already supports models like the Dodge Charger, Jeep Wagoneer S, and the upcoming Jeep Recon. This platform will be the foundation for more models across Stellantis brands in the future. For the Stelvio, though, Alfa Romeo’s engineers are likely aiming to retain the sportiness that the brand is known for, ensuring that this SUV doesn’t forget its performance roots.

Hybrid and Electric Powertrains

As for what’s under the hood, it has been officially confirmed that the Italian SUV will offer the choice between fully electric and hybrid units. While we don’t have all the specifics yet, former Alfa Romeo CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato previously hinted that the high-performance Stelvio Quadrifoglio could churn out up to 986 horsepower (736 kW/1,000 PS) in EV form.

There’s also speculation about Alfa Romeo borrowing the new Charger’s inline-six twin-turbo for the gas-powered versions, though nothing has been confirmed by officials.

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The new model will also feature the STLA Brain electronic architecture, enabling over-the-air updates and more advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Our spy photographers even caught a glimpse of the cabin, which seems to feature a significantly larger infotainment screen than its predecessor.

We’ll learn more about the upcoming SUV as we get closer to its debut later this year. In 2026, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio will be followed by a new generation of the Giulia, which will take the form of a crossover fastback. Like its predecessor, the new Giulia will share the chassis, powertrains, and technology with the Stelvio.

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Alfa Romeo CEO Santo Ficili has quietly revealed plans to introduce the redesigned Stelvio later this year. It will be made in Italy and launched in 2026.

In a LinkedIn post, the executive confirmed the crossover will ride on the STLA Large platform, which also underpins the Dodge Charger as well as the Jeep Recon and Wagoneer S. The architecture can be used on vehicles measuring 189 – 216.5 inches (4,800 mm – 5,500 mm) long and equipped with 101-118 kWh battery packs, which allow for ranges of up to 500 miles (800 km).

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Outputs remain the biggest mystery, but the Charger R/T has a dual motor all-wheel drive system producing 456 hp (340 kW / 462 PS) and 404 lb-ft (547 Nm) of torque. The Scat Pack increases those numbers to 630 hp (470 kW / 637 PS) and 627 lb-ft (849 Nm) of torque, but the Stelvio is expected to be far more powerful.

In fact, former CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato had said the Quadrfioglio variant was developing 941 hp (702 kW / 954 PS) and they’d try for 986 hp (736 kW / 1,000 PS).

While Alfa Romeo hasn’t been shy about going electric, Ficili confirmed the Stelvio will also be “available with a hybrid gasoline” engine. That’s not much to go on, but the Charger will be offered with a twin-turbo 3.0-liter Hurricane inline-six that has outputs of 420 hp (313 kW / 426 PS) and 550 hp (410 kW / 558 PS).

Following the launch of the new Stelvio, Alfa Romeo will focus on the Giulia. It will closely echo the crossover and should share powertrains as well as technologies.

H/T to Motor1