Škoda is giving its popular Karoq SUV a significant upgrade with the introduction of the new Karoq Black Edition, a range-topping model created to celebrate a major production milestone: the millionth Karoq rolling off the production line.
Positioned above the existing SportLine Edition, the new Škoda Karoq Black Edition combines an aggressive blacked-out exterior, a more luxurious cabin, additional technology and a choice of petrol and diesel powertrains. It will become the most comprehensively equipped Karoq ever offered by Škoda when orders open on 1 October 2026.
First deliveries are expected before the end of 2026, with UK pricing starting at £39,160.
Škoda Karoq Black Edition Gets a Distinctive Blacked-Out Design
The Karoq Black Edition takes the familiar SportLine specification and adds a much more distinctive visual identity.
The exterior is dominated by black detailing, including 19-inch Vega black alloy wheels, black roof rails, black door mirrors and a black radiator grille. Sports front and rear bumpers further separate the Black Edition from other versions of the Karoq.
Škoda has also fitted a rear diffuser and black Škoda and Karoq lettering on the tailgate. Buyers will be restricted to a monochrome metallic paint palette, reinforcing the model’s dark-themed appearance.
The result is a Karoq with a sportier and more sophisticated presence, while retaining the practical proportions that have made the compact SUV one of Škoda’s best-selling models.
More Luxury Inside the Karoq Black Edition
The changes are even more extensive inside.
The Škoda Karoq Black Edition comes standard with Sportline Suite leather seats, a panoramic glass sunroof and black headlining. An LED interior lighting package adds further ambience and includes a Škoda welcome logo.
The driver gets a three-spoke heated leather multifunction steering wheel, with DSG paddle shifters fitted to automatic versions, while aluminium pedals add a sportier touch.
Comfort has also been given a major focus. Both the front and rear seats are heated, while tri-zone climate control allows different temperature settings for different areas of the cabin.
For audiophiles, the Black Edition comes equipped with a CANTON sound system, adding a premium audio experience to the model’s already extensive standard specification.
Matrix LED Headlights and Advanced Chassis Technology
The new Karoq Black Edition isn’t simply an appearance package. Škoda has also upgraded the SUV’s lighting, comfort and driving technology.
Every Black Edition receives Full LED Matrix headlights with an adaptive front light system, cornering function and poor-weather lighting. A heated windscreen is also standard, making the SUV better suited to colder winter conditions.
The chassis specification is equally comprehensive. Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) and Progressive Steering are standard, giving the Karoq Black Edition a more sophisticated driving character while allowing the suspension and steering systems to adapt to different driving conditions.
Four Engines, Including DSG and 4×4 Options
Škoda will offer the Karoq Black Edition with four drivetrain configurations, giving buyers a choice between manual and dual-clutch automatic transmissions as well as front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
The entry point is the 1.5 TSI 150PS, available with either a six-speed manual gearbox or a seven-speed DSG automatic.
Above it sits the 2.0 TSI 190PS, paired exclusively with a seven-speed DSG transmission and all-wheel drive. This provides the highest-output petrol powertrain available for the new Black Edition.
Diesel buyers get the 2.0 TDI 150PS, also equipped with a seven-speed DSG and all-wheel drive. It sits at the top of the Black Edition price range.
All engines are members of the Volkswagen Group’s EVO-generation engine family, designed to combine performance with improved efficiency.
Škoda Karoq Black Edition Price and Specifications
UK pricing for the new Karoq Black Edition starts at £39,160 OTR and rises to £46,035 for the range-topping diesel 4×4.
Model
UK Price OTR
Karoq Black Edition 1.5 TSI 150PS Manual
£39,160
Karoq Black Edition 1.5 TSI 150PS DSG
£40,610
Karoq Black Edition 2.0 TSI 190PS DSG 4×4
£45,335
Karoq Black Edition 2.0 TDI 150PS DSG 4×4
£46,035
Orders open on 1 October 2026, with the first customer deliveries expected by the end of the year.
Bentley has entered a new era with the introduction of the all-new Bentley Torcal, the company’s first fully electric production model and one of the most significant vehicles in its 107-year history. With up to 888 PS, 1,350 Nm of torque, a claimed driving range of up to 600 km and an 800-volt electrical architecture, the Torcal combines Bentley’s traditional focus on craftsmanship and effortless performance with a radically new electric powertrain.
According to Bentley Chairman and CEO Dr. Frank-Steffen Walliser, the Torcal represents a template for the company’s future, regardless of whether the powertrain is electric, hybrid or combustion-powered.
“For 107 years, Bentleys have been the most incredibly complete cars – effortless performance, outstanding comfort, exquisite British handcraftsmanship using the best natural materials, and a soundtrack with soul,” Walliser said. “Our new Torcal sets extraordinary benchmarks in every area that matters.”
The significance of the Torcal goes well beyond its electric powertrain. Bentley describes the new SUV as a blueprint for the next generation of vehicles from Crewe, introducing a new design language, new interior materials, advanced chassis technology and a different interpretation of luxury.
Bentley Torcal introduces a new design language
Designed in-house at Bentley’s Crewe headquarters under Design Director Robin Page, the Torcal adopts a low-slung and deliberately sleek SUV profile. Rather than simply translating familiar Bentley design cues into an electric vehicle, the designers have attempted to establish a new visual identity while retaining the proportions and details that have defined the British marque for generations.
Page describes the design philosophy through four distinct “reads”: proportion, graphics, surface language and detail.
The first is proportion. A long wheelbase, short overhangs and an upright front end give the Torcal a substantial road presence. Bentley calls this approach “upright elegance,” one of the company’s key design principles.
The long bonnet is another important element. Despite being an electric vehicle, the Torcal retains what Bentley calls an “endless bonnet,” reinforcing the impression of length and creating a visual connection with the company’s traditional grand tourers.
The second design “read” concerns the graphical elements of the vehicle. The front end draws inspiration from historic Bentleys, including the Continental T, but reinterprets those themes using modern lighting technology and a distinctive illuminated diamond grille.
At the rear, the design is deliberately clean and uncluttered, creating what Bentley calls the “prestigious shield” effect first explored through the EXP 15 concept.
The third element is the surface language. Instead of relying on numerous creases and decorative lines, Bentley has focused on large sculpted surfaces and carefully controlled volumes.
That philosophy is particularly obvious around the rear wheels. The cabin tapers towards the back while the body rises dramatically over the rear axle, producing what the designers describe as the “resting beast” effect.
Finally comes the detail. The diamond motif used on the grille appears throughout the Torcal, sometimes literally and sometimes hidden within textures, surfaces and patterns.
Bentley Torcal interior combines craftsmanship and technology
Inside, the Torcal continues Bentley’s traditional approach to luxury while introducing a number of new materials and technologies.
The dashboard remains inspired by Bentley’s famous wing-shaped architecture, creating a symmetrical cabin with a strong visual sense of balance. Leather, wool, veneer and aluminium are deliberately presented as tactile, authentic materials rather than simply decorative surfaces.
Physical controls remain an important part of the experience. Knurled switches and redesigned bullseye air vents combine traditional Bentley craftsmanship with modern technology, while frequently used functions remain accessible through the centre console and steering wheel.
The seats have also been completely redesigned.
Standard front seats feature 16-way adjustment, heating, ventilation, adjustable side bolsters and a new massage function. Bentley’s Postural Adjust and Smart Seat Climate systems are available as options, continuously modifying seat pressure distribution and temperature to improve comfort during long journeys.
The Wellness Seat Specification takes the massage function further by extending the massage area into the seat cushion, allowing the occupant’s legs, back and shoulders to receive treatment.
For rear passengers, the three-seat bench introduces Bentley’s first power-folding rear-seat system.
Merino wool and handcrafted materials redefine Bentley luxury
Bentley has used the Torcal to expand its approach to sustainable and unconventional interior materials.
One of the most interesting developments is a new 100 percent Merino wool automotive fabric created in partnership with British textile specialist Fox Brothers. The Somerset company has been producing fine wool fabrics since the 18th century.
Bentley says the new fabric is the world’s first 100 percent Merino wool automotive fabric and the first automotive wool fabric to receive Responsible Wool Standard certification.
Another new material is Ombré Walnut by Mulliner. The finish is created using up to 1,000 individually selected layers of responsibly sourced walnut off-cuts and recycled craft paper. The material is compressed, sliced to less than one millimetre in thickness and applied to the interior, creating a gradient that moves through several shades of walnut.
Sunburst Aluminium by Mulliner provides another link with Bentley history. Its three-way brushed pattern is inspired by the engine-turned aluminium dashboards found in historic Bentley models.
Customers can choose from 15 olive tan leather shades, including new Teal, Terra and Glaze colours. There are also 15 matching Dinamica colours, five Merino wool shades, six wood veneer choices, two technical finishes and six Piano finishes.
Bentley Torcal electric powertrain produces up to 888 PS
The numbers are extraordinary even by Bentley standards.
The Torcal is powered by two permanent-magnet synchronous electric motors, one at each axle. The motors feature dry-sump designs and are filled with oil for life.
The rear motor incorporates a locking differential with a multi-plate clutch on each output shaft, while the front motor uses an open differential.
In its most powerful Torcal S configuration, the electric powertrain produces up to 888 PS and 1,350 Nm of torque when Launch Control is activated.
That makes the Torcal S the most powerful Bentley yet in terms of torque.
The standard Torcal develops 821 PS and 1,194 Nm. It accelerates from 0-60 mph in 3.3 seconds, equivalent to 0-100 km/h in 3.4 seconds, and reaches a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
The Torcal S reduces the 0-60 mph time to just 2.8 seconds, or 2.9 seconds from 0-100 km/h. Top speed increases to 162 mph (260 km/h).
Despite those numbers, Bentley says the development team deliberately avoided making acceleration excessively violent. The objective was to deliver the effortless, progressive performance expected from a Bentley rather than simply chasing the lowest possible acceleration figure.
113 kWh battery and 600 km range
The Bentley Torcal uses an 800-volt electrical architecture and a battery consisting of 192 lithium-ion pouch cells connected in series.
The battery has a net capacity of 113 kWh and is covered by a 100,000-mile or 10-year warranty.
Bentley quotes a maximum driving range of up to 375 miles, equivalent to approximately 600 km.
Fast charging is another important part of the Torcal’s long-distance capability. At a 400 kW charging station, the battery can charge from 10 to 80 percent in just under 20 minutes.
Bentley says that seven minutes of charging can add approximately 100 miles, or 161 km, of range under suitable conditions.
That combination of range and charging performance is particularly important for a vehicle designed around long-distance touring. The Torcal is intended to deliver the same effortless cross-country capability traditionally associated with Bentley’s combustion-powered grand tourers.
Fully active suspension gives the Bentley Torcal a “magic carpet” ride
The Torcal is the first Bentley to feature fully active suspension.
The system uses adaptive two-valve dampers capable of independently raising or lowering each corner of the vehicle in real time. The suspension continuously responds to road conditions and driver inputs to balance ride comfort and body control.
One of the most notable aspects of the system is that Bentley does not require conventional anti-roll bars. Instead, the active dampers can generate continuously adjustable anti-roll torque.
The result is intended to provide the comfort of a luxury limousine while maintaining the body control required from a high-performance SUV.
Electronic all-wheel steering is standard, with the rear wheels capable of steering by up to five degrees. This reduces the turning circle to 11.1 metres and makes the five-metre-long Torcal easier to manoeuvre in urban environments.
Bentley describes the vehicle’s dynamic range as extending from relaxed long-distance touring to agile high-speed driving and controlled off-road use.
The company says the Torcal can provide the comfort associated with a Flying Spur while approaching the dynamic character of a Continental GT Speed.
Powerful brakes and optional carbon-ceramic technology
The standard braking system uses 420 mm front discs and 370 mm rear discs.
Customers can upgrade to a Carbon Silicon Carbide, or CSiC, braking system featuring enormous 440 mm front discs and 410 mm rear discs. Bentley says the 440 mm front discs are jointly the largest in the world with other Bentley models.
Brake calipers are available in black, red and grey, while Mulliner provides three additional colour choices.
Bentley Torcal is five metres long but highly manoeuvrable
At approximately five metres in length, the Torcal is the shortest four-door model in Bentley’s current range, yet Bentley has prioritised interior space.
The luggage compartment provides 460 litres of capacity, while a further 90-litre storage compartment is positioned at the front.
The 11.1-metre turning circle, combined with rear-wheel steering, is intended to make the Torcal significantly easier to operate in city environments than its size might suggest.
The combination of a 600 km range, rapid charging and generous luggage capacity also reinforces its role as a long-distance luxury vehicle.
Four Bentley Torcal Experience Modes change more than driving settings
Bentley has taken the concept of driving modes beyond conventional suspension, steering and powertrain calibration.
The Torcal offers four Experience Modes designed to influence the entire atmosphere of the vehicle, including lighting, sound, climate, airflow and digital information.
Bentley Mode combines comfort, craftsmanship and driver focus.
Comfort Mode creates a calmer environment with fewer distractions. The system can hide almost all non-essential digital information, allowing occupants to spend less time looking at screens.
Sport Mode transforms the atmosphere with a more immersive soundtrack, more focused visual information and a more purposeful lighting environment.
Refresh Mode takes a different approach, increasing fresh-air circulation and brightening the lighting to create a lighter and more invigorating cabin environment.
Bentley Dynamic Symphony creates an artificial engine soundtrack with real instruments
One of the biggest challenges for Bentley engineers was replacing the emotional character of an internal-combustion engine.
Instead of simply reproducing a synthetic V8 soundtrack, the development team created what Bentley calls the “Dynamic Symphony.”
The sound uses real instruments, including drums, viola and bass guitar, to create a soundtrack inspired by the rhythm of Bentley’s V8 engines.
The result changes according to driver torque demand and vehicle speed. The soundtrack becomes more prominent in Sport mode, while drivers can switch it off entirely if they prefer a quieter experience.
Bentley has extended this philosophy to other sounds within the vehicle.
The turn-indicator sound was created from a recording of a hammer striking leather in Bentley’s upholstery workshops, while the touchscreen and digital assistant sounds were inspired by the sound of a crystal glass.
It is an unusual approach for an electric vehicle, but it reflects Bentley’s belief that sound should provide meaningful feedback rather than simply imitate an engine.
Naim audio system delivers up to 1,780 watts
Two audio systems are available.
The standard system delivers 620 watts through 16 speakers.
The optional Naim system increases output to 1,780 watts and uses 28 speakers. The system also incorporates kinaesthetic seat shakers, front headrest speakers and Dolby Atmos 7.1 technology.
The result is intended to make the cabin itself part of the entertainment experience.
Advanced driver assistance technology
The Torcal is equipped with a comprehensive suite of driver assistance systems supported by 25 radars, sensors and cameras.
The vehicle constantly monitors its surroundings and can react to changing road conditions. If the system detects an obstacle on a narrow road, for example, it can automatically reverse to a previously identified safe position to allow the obstruction to pass.
Additional systems assist with towing, garage parking and parallel parking.
The parking technology is designed to help avoid wheel damage, while remote parking can be controlled through an app. Drivers can also train specific parking manoeuvres into the vehicle.
Four radar-controlled powered doors can automatically open and close. Door closing can be triggered when a passenger fastens their seat belt, through the main touchscreen or, for the driver, by applying pressure to the brake pedal.
Curved OLED displays and augmented reality head-up display
The Torcal introduces curved OLED displays developed specifically for Bentley.
The screens offer deeper blacks and more vibrant colours while improving viewing angles and ergonomics.
Facial recognition can identify the driver and automatically load individual settings, including seat position, steering wheel position and driver assistance preferences.
A smartphone can also function as the vehicle’s key through Bentley’s Mobile Device Key technology.
The driver receives additional information through an augmented reality head-up display. Navigation instructions and driver assistance warnings can be projected directly into the driver’s field of view and aligned with upcoming turns or potential hazards.
Five wheel designs and a new Bentley emblem
Five wheel designs are available when the Torcal launches.
The standard model comes with 21-inch wheels, while the Torcal S receives 22-inch ten-twin-spoke wheels as standard.
Three additional 22-inch designs are available, including an aerodynamic wheel intended to improve efficiency.
Customers can select summer or winter tyres in 21- and 22-inch formats, while a 22-inch all-season tyre is also available.
The Torcal is also the first Bentley to feature the company’s redesigned emblem, originally revealed in 2025.
Bentley Torcal vs. Torcal S
Bentley launches the electric SUV in two primary configurations: the standard Torcal and the sportier Torcal S.
The standard Torcal produces 821 PS and 1,194 Nm, with a 0-60 mph time of 3.3 seconds and a top speed of 155 mph.
The Torcal S increases output to 888 PS and 1,350 Nm with Launch Control, cutting the 0-60 mph sprint to 2.8 seconds and raising top speed to 162 mph.
The differences are not limited to performance.
The Torcal S receives black exterior brightware and mirror caps, dark rear lamps, a dedicated rear diffuser, sportier side sills and front bumper strakes, red brake calipers, S fender badges and black Bentley wing badges.
Inside, the S gets a dedicated colour split, quilt and stitching pattern, sports pedals, Piano Black veneer as standard, illuminated treadplates and dynamic waterfall mood lighting.
The standard Torcal uses satin silver brightware, a single-tone colour split and Open Pore Crown Cut Walnut.
Alfa Romeo has unveiled the new Edizione Luna Rossa special series, bringing the Italian marque’s partnership with the Luna Rossa sailing team to four production models: the Junior, Tonale, Giulia and Stelvio. Revealed during the second preliminary regatta for the 2027 America’s Cup in Naples, the new special edition combines distinctive styling, exclusive materials and technology inspired by high-performance sailing.
The Alfa Romeo Edizione Luna Rossa range represents the latest chapter in a partnership that began in June 2025 and is built around a shared focus on Italian design, technology, competition and performance.
With the 2027 America’s Cup set to be held in Italy for the first time, the timing of the new Alfa Romeo special series is particularly significant. Luna Rossa is competing for the prestigious trophy, while Alfa Romeo is contributing not only as an official sponsor but also through its expertise in vehicle dynamics, simulation and virtual development.
Alfa Romeo Edizione Luna Rossa: Four Models, One Design Philosophy
The new Alfa Romeo Edizione Luna Rossa special series will progressively become available across European markets and will sit at the top of the range for each model.
The Junior and Tonale receive a more expressive interpretation of the Luna Rossa theme, while the Giulia and Stelvio adopt a more exclusive and performance-focused approach, with extensive use of carbon fiber and premium materials.
Across all four models, the defining visual signature is a dedicated red Alfa Romeo logo combined with a color palette inspired by Luna Rossa’s racing yachts. White, black, gray and red are used in different combinations, complemented by the distinctive Luna Rossa graphics.
The result is a family of vehicles that share a recognizable visual identity while retaining the individual character of each Alfa Romeo model.
Alfa Romeo Junior Edizione Luna Rossa
The Alfa Romeo Junior Edizione Luna Rossa introduces the sailing-inspired theme to Alfa Romeo’s smallest model.
A new gray exterior color takes inspiration from the personal flotation devices worn by the Luna Rossa team. The bodywork is further enhanced by the characteristic Luna Rossa graphic running along the side of the vehicle, creating the impression of a line pulled tight by the wind.
Customers can also choose black or white exterior finishes.
A Gloss Black body kit, dedicated red Alfa Romeo badges and 18-inch Gloss Black alloy wheels complete the exterior treatment.
Inside, the Junior Edizione Luna Rossa receives dedicated upholstery, gray detailing, red stitching and Luna Rossa logos. The dashboard and center tunnel feature graphics inspired by the structure of sailing yacht sails.
One of the most interesting technical details is the use of 3D Knit technology for the seat upholstery. According to Alfa Romeo, the technology is being applied for the first time within Stellantis. The three-dimensional fabric draws inspiration from activewear while allowing the upholstery to be manufactured using a more efficient process based on a single component and lining.
That approach can reduce material consumption and manufacturing waste.
The Junior also features a 10.25-inch Alfa Connect infotainment touchscreen with navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, alongside a 10.25-inch digital instrument display featuring Alfa Romeo’s customizable “Cannocchiale.”
Standard equipment includes Keyless entry, electrically folding mirrors, automatic climate control, heated front seats, an electrically adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar adjustment and massage function, a heated steering wheel and an electrochromic rear-view mirror.
Driver-assistance technology includes Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control, autonomous emergency braking, lane-keeping assistance, traffic-sign recognition and driver-attention monitoring.
The Junior additionally features Blind Spot Monitoring, front, rear and side parking sensors and a rear camera with dynamic guidelines.
Power comes from either a hybrid or fully electric drivetrain.
The Junior Ibrida uses a 1.2-liter three-cylinder turbocharged engine producing 145 hp, paired with a six-speed eDCT automatic transmission. It is available with front-wheel drive or Q4 all-wheel drive.
The Junior Elettrica produces 156 hp from its 54-kWh battery and uses an automatic transmission.
Alfa Romeo Tonale Edizione Luna Rossa
The Tonale Edizione Luna Rossa follows a similar visual philosophy but adds larger dimensions and a broader range of powertrain options.
The special series is immediately recognizable by its new gray body color, Luna Rossa side graphic, Gloss Black exterior elements and dedicated red Alfa Romeo logos.
The biggest visual difference compared with the Junior comes from the wheels. The Tonale receives exclusive 20-inch Gloss Black alloy wheels developed specifically for the Luna Rossa edition.
Inside, premium fabric seats feature Luna Rossa logos and gray stitching, while the dashboard and door panels receive matching gray details. Black trim is used throughout the center console, door panels and air vents.
The Tonale also employs 3D Knit technology for its seat upholstery.
A new ambient-lighting system provides another connection with the world of sailing. Its geometric pattern is designed to evoke the structure of sails and introduces a subtle nautical reference to the cabin.
The Tonale’s standard equipment includes a 10.25-inch Alfa Connect infotainment system, navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with the Alfa Romeo “Cannocchiale” display.
The equipment list also includes dual-zone automatic climate control, an Air Quality System, Keyless entry, Passive Entry, heated mirrors, heated front seats, an electrically adjustable driver’s seat, lumbar adjustment and massage, a heated steering wheel and an electrochromic interior mirror.
Safety technology includes Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assistance, traffic-sign recognition and driver-attention monitoring.
The Tonale Edizione Luna Rossa is available across the full powertrain range.
The flagship plug-in hybrid Q4 combines a 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine with electric assistance to produce 270 hp. It uses a six-speed automatic transmission and Q4 all-wheel drive.
The conventional hybrid version produces 175 hp from a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine and uses a seven-speed TCT automatic transmission.
A 130-hp 1.6-liter four-cylinder diesel completes the range, paired with a six-speed TCT automatic transmission.
The Tonale also gains a Brembo sports braking system with red brake calipers as part of its Luna Rossa specification.
Alfa Romeo Giulia Edizione Luna Rossa
The Giulia Edizione Luna Rossa takes the concept in a more performance-oriented direction.
While the Junior and Tonale focus heavily on visual customization, the Giulia and Stelvio use carbon fiber, premium materials and performance-oriented components to create a more exclusive interpretation of the Luna Rossa partnership.
The Giulia is available in white as standard, while black and Etna Red are offered as additional exterior choices.
Carbon fiber is used for the front badge and exterior mirror caps, with the latter carrying a dedicated Luna Rossa logo. The Giulia also receives side skirts and a rear spoiler inspired by the design language of the high-performance Quadrifoglio.
Dark alloy wheels measure 19 inches and are paired with red brake calipers.
Inside, the Giulia Edizione Luna Rossa combines leather with 100-percent recycled ECONYL fabric. The material is produced using nylon recovered from discarded fishing nets, creating a direct connection between the special edition and the maritime world.
Carbon fiber extends across the dashboard, center console and door panels, while the seats receive the distinctive Luna Rossa graphic.
A red Alfa Romeo logo appears on the steering wheel, complemented by additional Luna Rossa graphics throughout the cabin.
Standard equipment includes the Harman Kardon Hi-Fi system and electronically controlled suspension. An electric sunroof is also standard on the Giulia.
Under the hood, the European Giulia Edizione Luna Rossa is offered with 160-hp and 210-hp versions of the 2.2-liter four-cylinder turbodiesel engine.
Both use an eight-speed automatic transmission. The 160-hp version sends power to the rear wheels, while the 210-hp model uses Alfa Romeo’s Q4 all-wheel-drive system.
A 280-hp 2.0-liter GME gasoline engine is also available in the UK and selected non-European markets.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Edizione Luna Rossa
The Stelvio Edizione Luna Rossa adopts essentially the same philosophy as the Giulia, but translates it into the brand’s larger performance SUV.
The exterior color palette includes white, black and Etna Red, while carbon-fiber mirror caps with Luna Rossa logos and a carbon-fiber front badge provide the most obvious visual distinction.
The Stelvio rides on exclusive 21-inch dark alloy wheels with red brake calipers.
The interior combines leather and recycled ECONYL fabric with extensive carbon-fiber trim. The material appears on the dashboard, center console and door panels, creating a technical atmosphere that reflects the connection between Alfa Romeo’s motorsport-inspired engineering and Luna Rossa’s high-performance sailing technology.
The seats feature the characteristic Luna Rossa graphic, while the steering wheel receives the dedicated red Alfa Romeo emblem.
Like the Giulia, the Stelvio Edizione Luna Rossa comes standard with a Harman Kardon Hi-Fi system and electronically controlled suspension.
The electric sunroof is available as an option.
The powertrain range includes 160-hp and 210-hp versions of the 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine, both paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The 160-hp version uses rear-wheel drive, while the 210-hp version comes with Q4 all-wheel drive.
Alfa Romeo and Luna Rossa: More Than a Branding Exercise
The most interesting aspect of the Alfa Romeo and Luna Rossa partnership is that it extends beyond special-edition cars and sponsorship branding.
Alfa Romeo is contributing its engineering expertise to the Luna Rossa America’s Cup program, particularly in simulation, vehicle dynamics and virtual analysis.
The company’s simulator has become an important development tool within Stellantis, where Alfa Romeo engineers have developed methodologies and technologies focused on high-performance vehicle dynamics.
That expertise is now being applied to Luna Rossa’s sailing technology.
Luna Rossa’s technical team works with complex aerodynamic loads and simulations, while Alfa Romeo contributes knowledge from the automotive world. The two sides are collaborating on control software for the circuits responsible for moving the yacht’s sails.
The software is initially tested within the Luna Rossa simulator before being transferred to the actual boat for testing by the sailing crew.
The concept is similar to modern automotive development: use virtual simulation to understand complex systems, test solutions before physical prototypes are available, reduce development time and identify potential improvements earlier in the process.
In America’s Cup competition, where boats operate at extreme speeds and under highly complex aerodynamic conditions, even small gains can become significant.
The Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa
The Edizione Luna Rossa range follows the debut of the Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa, a much more exclusive special project limited to just 10 examples.
All 10 cars have already been sold.
The Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa combines the 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6-powered Giulia Quadrifoglio with a bespoke carbon-fiber aerodynamic package and a series of technical modifications.
The car made its public debut at the Brussels Motor Show before appearing at the Ultimate Supercar Garage event in Paris.
It will also be displayed during the preliminary America’s Cup regatta in Naples.
From Cagliari to Naples: The Road to the 2027 America’s Cup
The Alfa Romeo and Luna Rossa partnership has developed alongside the Italian team’s preparations for the 2027 America’s Cup.
The first preliminary regatta took place in Cagliari in May, where the Luna Rossa Senior Team won the overall title after defeating Emirates Team New Zealand in the final. The Youth & Women’s team also competed in the event.
The second preliminary regatta is now taking place in Naples from September 24 to 27, 2026.
Six teams are competing over four days using AC40 foiling yachts, with the event providing another opportunity to develop boat handling, tactics and team organization before the competitors transition to the larger AC75 yachts for the 2027 America’s Cup.
The 2027 Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup will be particularly significant for Italy, as it will be the first edition of the America’s Cup to be held in the country.
For Luna Rossa, it represents another opportunity to compete for one of the most prestigious trophies in international sailing.
For Alfa Romeo, the partnership provides an unusual opportunity to transfer automotive engineering expertise into an entirely different high-performance environment.
From the Road to the Water
The Alfa Romeo Edizione Luna Rossa special series is therefore more than a cosmetic exercise.
The Junior and Tonale translate the visual identity of Luna Rossa into distinctive road cars, with new colors, dedicated graphics, 3D Knit upholstery and exclusive equipment.
The Giulia and Stelvio take a more sophisticated approach, combining carbon fiber, premium materials, recycled ECONYL fabric and performance-focused equipment.
But the deeper connection between the two Italian brands exists beneath the surface.
Alfa Romeo’s simulation and vehicle-dynamics expertise is now contributing to the development of Luna Rossa’s sailing technology, while the America’s Cup program provides a demanding environment in which advanced digital tools can be applied beyond conventional automotive engineering.
That makes the Edizione Luna Rossa range the latest physical expression of a partnership that is increasingly moving between the worlds of cars and sailing.
With the 2027 America’s Cup approaching and Luna Rossa preparing for competition on home soil, Alfa Romeo’s latest special series gives the partnership a tangible presence on the road — from the compact Junior to the performance-focused Giulia and the Stelvio SUV.
For Alfa Romeo and Luna Rossa, the destination may be different, but the philosophy remains the same: Italian design, engineering, technology and an uncompromising pursuit of performance.
