--- title: "Alfa Romeo’s Future Supersized EV Has US Tastes In Mind" description: "Alfa Romeo is planning a large EV, probably an SUV, with U.S. consumers in mind. But will that make U.S. shoppers buy it?" date: "2022-07-29" modified: "2022-07-29" authors: - name: "James Gilboy" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/james-gilboy" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/alfa-romeos-future-large-ev-has-us-tastes-in-mind" categories: - "Alfa Romeo News" - "Car Tech" - "Electric Vehicles" - "News" - "News by Brand" tags: - "Alfa Romeo" - "Electric Vehicle" --- # Alfa Romeo’s Future Supersized EV Has US Tastes In Mind ![Alfa Romeo Stelvio]() *\Alfa Romeo\* Alfa Romeo hasn't cracked the United States market for a variety of reasons, one of them being [its lack of a *big* option](). But Alfa has plans to address that, with a large electric vehicle that'll be developed here in the U.S., for launch in 2027. Brand CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato confirmed the model during a media briefing Friday after a presentation of Stellantis' first-half results, according to *[Reuters]()*. The EV will be developed in the U.S., but not exclusively with us in mind—it'll still be intended for international sale. Imparato reportedly said Alfa hasn't settled on a body style, though the model's intended mass appeal practically demands it to be a crossover. ![]() *2022 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and Giulia, *Alfa Romeo** The model reportedly won't be a traditional SUV or coupe-over body style, however, leaving open the possibility of something unusual [like a wagon](), or even a ute akin to the Hyundai Santa Cruz. Whatever it is, it's coming 2027, which means it has to be an EV to fit [Alfa's electrification timeline](). "Our offer for a large size vehicle must fit international markets, American, Chinese, European," Imparato said. "We want to find the right mix \[of body styles\]. It's a decision we will take by the end of this year." Curiously, Imparato didn't confirm where the vehicle would be produced. Historically, Alfa has strongly preferred manufacturing its products in Italy, though [Stellantis' EV plans]() could hypothetically force a compromise on that. The upcoming Dodge Hornet is [expected to be made in an Alfa plant](), so it may be within reason to expect the inverse too. Whatever this Alfa's final form, it'll be a make-or-break model as Stellantis seeks to weed out underperforming makes. All struggling Stellantis brands [have about nine years to prove they deserve to stick around](), and [the likes of Lancia are using that as motivation to reinvent themselves](). As for Alfa, this is either the end of the road or a new beginning. *Got a tip or question for the author? You can reach them here: james@thedrive.com* ## Author James is a former staff writer for The Drive. He has changed the conversation around electrification, debunked misinformation online, and become a prominent hunter of what he calls "automotive cryptids." ### Author social links [Instagram]()