Three years ago, Stellantis from Alfa Romeo It announced that it would start selling fully electric cars in Europe, North America and China by 2027. CEO of Alfa Romeo, after electric vehicles have not spread so much in the meantime jean–Philippe ImparatoHe pointed out that plans for 2027 could change. With his statements at the Paris Motor Show, Imparato gave indications that we will see fossil fuel vehicles for some time to come.

Speaking to Auto Express, Imparato said: from Santo Ficili He stated that he prefers more alternative power sources for the Stelvio and Giulia. This was interpreted as if Alfa Romeo is not satisfied with the sale of electric models in both SUV and sedan vehicles, we will see internal combustion versions.

Alfa Romeo relies on STLA Large architecture

Developing a car is a very difficult and long process, but… Alfa Romeobelieves the new STLA Large architecture will allow Stellantis to transition from electric vehicles to combustion engine vehicles. This architecture, which focuses mainly on electric vehicles, ICE engines too It supports. Stelvio and Giulia were previously produced on the multi-billion euro Giorgio platform, along with Maserati’s Grecale, GranTurismo and GranCabrio models.

new generation Stelvio It will be completely renovated next year. Giulia It will hit the roads in 2026. In addition, the company will launch a larger SUV in 2027. It seems that Alfa Romeo will be among the companies that will postpone their plans to switch to electric vehicles.