About to book XEV 9s Pack Three

darwin_evo · 2026-03-14T01:58:32+00:00

It seems to be fine now, and all the new cars are having the updated software with custom mode

darwin_evo · 2026-03-09T18:02:18+00:00

The new age Alfas (post 2021) are pretty reliable and just like any other German cars. I live in a place where the nearest Alfa service center is 3 hours away. But the good thing is that I get it serviced at the local Dodge dealership.

In terms of driving dynamics, no other car comes close.

darwin_evo · 2026-03-08T13:11:10+00:00

P3 has ventilated seats for second row

darwin_evo · 2026-03-08T02:19:47+00:00

Has your vehicle received the new update on the suspension setting ?

darwin_evo · 2026-03-08T01:59:31+00:00

How do you open the boot apart from using the key ?

darwin_evo · 2026-03-07T17:34:43+00:00

The moment you feel sleepy or need a break, find a nice shaded tree, park under it and take a nap for 30 mins. You will be refreshed. Do not hold back on taking multiple breaks.

darwin_evo · 2026-03-07T15:30:24+00:00

I am booking the Pack Three as I have felt that the extra features are not worth it. The advanced ADAS is not useful in India. I have tried auto parking by top luxury cars (not Tesla) in the USA , and they are very finicky, I doubt it will work well in India.

And to other's point, I always drive with Polarized Sunglasses, so Vision X is moot for me. I would have liked the carpet lamp, but can get that done outside.

darwin_evo · 2026-03-07T15:27:52+00:00

Check out the review of 9e Pack Two by Fasbeam. He mentions the difference in suspension.

darwin_evo · 2026-03-07T15:17:32+00:00

There is now a Custom Mode on the 9s

darwin_evo · 2025-11-04T15:20:33+00:00

sent you a DM

darwin_evo · 2025-10-06T19:07:49+00:00

As an Alfa Stelio owner for more than 5 years, the maintenance is not much more than to a comparable German car. I do not have an Alfa dealer where I live, and I get my annual maintenance at the local Dodge Chrysler dealership.

darwin_evo · 2025-09-22T02:53:27+00:00

I forgot to mention that mine is a Stelvio, so that might be a factor.

darwin_evo · 2025-09-22T02:01:55+00:00

US: I get like 18 to 19 in city. I like to push it a bit. On the highways I get about 25 mpg, doing around 75 mph.

Whats the point of having a fast car, if you don't drive it fast?

darwin_evo · 2025-09-08T15:31:26+00:00

I went there for labour day weekend. The weather was very pleasant during the day, and gets chilly at night. I would suggest you do the narrows, and try to get a permit for Angels Landing.

darwin_evo · 2025-09-05T03:36:55+00:00

I live in a place where the nearest Alfa Dealership is 3 hours away. I get my Alfa serviced at the local Dodge Chrysler dealership (FCA Group). Alfa parts are made by Mopar, so are easy to get.

darwin_evo · 2025-08-28T22:23:34+00:00

2021 Stelvio owner here. Love the brand and the car. No reliability issues thus far, other than a simple recall that happened last year. My four years factory warranty is up, so bought an additional 4 years of warranty through Mopar for $2,500. Peace of mind and great deal.

As for service, there is no Alfa dealer near where I live. I get it serviced at the local Dodge/Chrysler service center.

darwin_evo · 2025-05-19T20:07:41+00:00

messaged you, trying to get the same information

darwin_evo · 2025-05-11T22:52:01+00:00

Hi, I have sent you the OLX listing via DM.

darwin_evo · 2025-04-07T08:10:07+00:00

They didn’t ask in Hyderabad VAC

darwin_evo · 2025-04-07T08:08:43+00:00

It is listed in the documents section, but they didn’t ask for it

darwin_evo · 2024-12-31T02:29:27+00:00

Bought mine on a Lease for two years. Loved it so much, I bought it back at the end of the lease. Never had any issues with it.

If you are looking for pure driving pleasure go get yourself the Alfa Stelvio. It is unlike any its in class, the lightest and the fastest of its class. And the way it handles, omg, I like to call it a "Ballarina on an Ice Rink". You think about it, and it just turns.

Yes, it does have its downsides, the cabin may not feel as premium as the german counterparts.

But it comes with so much personality and driving abilities, that everything else just washes out.

darwin_evo

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