In the past few days, there has been a lot of chatter about the rumor that Alfa Romeo might introduce a luxury electric minivan in the future. Some statements from Alfa Romeo‘s Chief Designer, Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos, have brought this possibility to light. Naturally, this news has spread globally, and some have attempted to envision what a new Alfa Romeo Autotutto might look like. The storied brand has previously included a model of this kind in its lineup, achieving a degree of success. Consequently, the prospect of witnessing something similar in the future ignites the creativity of designers and enthusiasts.
Here’s how the future Alfa Romeo Autotutto could potentially look
The new Alfa Romeo Autotutto presented in this rendering is the creation of Carscoops, which was recently unveiled. This digital representation offers a precise idea of what this vehicle could be like assuming that Biscione decides to bring it to life, following the lead of other automakers like Lexus, Volvo, and Mercedes, who have embraced the new trend introduced in China by offering new models.
During the unveiling of the new Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale, Mesonero-Romanos stated that the debut of a new Alfa Romeo Autotutto should not come as a surprise. What adds intrigue is that the original Autotutto was also mentioned not long ago by Alfa Romeo‘s CEO, Jean-Philippe Imparato. While these comments do not offer a solid confirmation that the brand is actively working on a successor to the classic van, they do leave the door open to such a possibility.
Furthermore, Alfa Romeo aims to become a genuine global premium brand in a few years, performing well in key markets such as China and the United States. Therefore, the introduction of a new Alfa Romeo Autotutto could certainly aid in succeeding, especially in a challenging market like China.
Luxury minivans are gaining popularity in China and other Asian markets, encouraging premium automakers like Lexus and Volvo to enter this segment. Alfa Romeo could leverage the modular platforms of its parent company, Stellantis, for more cost-effective research and development. So, will Alfa Romeo indeed launch a vehicle of this kind? The answer to this question likely remains tucked away in the files of the Alfa Romeo Style Center, and it’s probably too early for a potential project to receive production approval.