Quick answer

Rotate the center-console selector to d for Dynamic, n for Natural or a for Advanced Efficiency; RACE and the suspension control appear only when equipped.

Before you start

Check that your vehicle has it.

Availability

Verified for the 2024 Stelvio gasoline lineup; RACE and active-suspension adjustment are equipment-specific.

Required equipment / service
Stelvio Quadrifoglio for RACE and active-suspension calibration
Compatibility check

Does the documented scope match your car?

This check combines the verified year, any source-supported powertrain scope, source-named trim/package and required equipment. It does not read a VIN or factory build record.

Source-named equipment or service
  • Stelvio Quadrifoglio for RACE and active-suspension calibration
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Published availability and qualifications

Verified for the 2024 Stelvio gasoline lineup; RACE and active-suspension adjustment are equipment-specific.

  • 2024 Stelvio gasoline lineup
Visual orientation

Know what kind of control to look for.

This original category diagram is an orientation aid, not a picture of your exact trim. Use the written labels and your vehicle manual to identify the real control.

Drive modes orientation diagram for Alfa Romeo Stelvio
Drive modes orientationOriginal visual guide · controls vary by trim · not to scale
How to use it

Step by step.

  1. 01

    Assess the road, weather and desired response before changing the selector.

  2. 02

    Choose n Natural for normal conditions.

  3. 03

    Choose d Dynamic for a sportier calibration.

  4. 04

    Choose a Advanced Efficiency when prioritizing fuel savings.

  5. 05

    Use RACE or the active-suspension control only when the vehicle is so equipped, and confirm the selected mode in the cluster.

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Important limits

  • A drive mode does not add tire grip or override road and weather limits.
  • RACE is not available on ordinary Stelvio trims.
  • The selector returns to Natural when the engine is stopped.
If it does not work

Quick checks.

  • ✓Confirm the selected letter and cluster indication after turning the selector.
  • ✓Return to Natural, then reselect if the first request is not accepted.
  • ✓A stability, powertrain or selector warning requires service before relying on a special mode.
Owner feedback

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Primary evidence

2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Owner Handbook — Alfa DNA System

Relevant section or page: Interior, page 33 — Performance Features. We use the written official source to determine the steps and applicability shown above.

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