Alfa Romeo Tonale

The Alfa Romeo Tonale is a subcompact luxury crossover SUV (C-segment)[3] produced by Italian car manufacturer Alfa Romeo, a brand of Stellantis. It was introduced in February 2022 and became the smallest SUV marketed by the brand, and the first new model introduced by the brand in six years.[4]

Alfa Romeo Tonale
Overview
ManufacturerAlfa Romeo
Production2022 (to commence)
Model years2023 (North America)[1]
DesignerCentro Stile Alfa Romeo
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact luxury crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive
PlatformFCA Small Wide 4×4 LWB[2]
RelatedJeep Compass (MP)
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor
  • 15 kW (20 hp; 20 PS) 48-volt "P2" belt-driven electric motor
  • 45 kW (60 hp; 61 PS) FCA eMotor (4xe)
  • 90 kW (121 hp; 122 PS) FCA eMotor on rear axle
Power output
  • 95 kW (127 hp; 129 PS) (Hybrid)
  • 117 kW (157 hp; 159 PS) (Hybrid VGT)
  • 134 kW (180 hp; 182 PS) (engine)
  • 205 kW (275 hp; 279 PS) (combined)
  • 194 kW (260 hp; 264 PS) (2.0)
Transmission
  • 6-speed FPT C635 dual-clutch automatic
  • 7-speed Alfa Romeo TCT dual-clutch automatic
  • 9-speed ZF 9HP automatic (2.0)
Hybrid drivetrain
Battery
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,630 mm (103.5 in)
Length4,530 mm (178.3 in)
Width1,840 mm (72.4 in)
Height1,600 mm (63.0 in)

The Tonale is named after the Tonale mountain pass in Northern Italy.[5][6]

Overview

The production version was originally scheduled for release in 2021, it was delayed until 2022 due to Alfa Romeo management demanding better range and performance from its drivetrain,[7][5] and the global semiconductor shortage.[2]

It was developed during the ownership of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and underpinned by a heavily modified version of the SCCS crossover platform shared with the Jeep Compass. It is also the first Alfa Romeo to be equipped with optional plug-in hybrid, which uses a 15.5 kWh lithium-ion battery that delivers 30 miles of all-electric range.[8][9]

All models of the Tonale are equipped with a 12.3-inch digital infotainment cluster and a 10.25-inch infotainment screen which will run on a Uconnect 5 software suite that supported Amazon Alexa.[10] In addition, the Tonale will come with an NFT that records and stores data of the car's life cycle. According to Alfa Romeo, the NFT will generate a certificate that can help maintain the car's residual value.[11][12]

  • Rear view
  • Interior

Markets

North America

The North American version will be released for the 2023 model year with an option of 2.0-litre petrol turbocharged engine and a 1.3-litre plug-in hybrid engine.[8]

Concept version

The Tonale Concept was unveiled in March 2019 at the Geneva Motor Show. It features a plug in hybrid (PHEV) drivetrain from the Jeep Renegade, with a front-mounted petrol engine and a rear-mounted electric motor (this information is not officially confirmed by Alfa Romeo representatives).[13][14] The Tonale has D.N.A Alfa Romeo driving selector with modes: Dual Power mode for maximum performance, Natural mode for everyday use and Advanced Efficiency setting will only use electric propulsion.[15] E-mozione button on the touchscreen further tailors throttle settings, braking response, and steering feel.

The front of the car has three-plus-three LED headlights evocative of those on the SZ and Brera.[14][16]

  • Front view
  • Rear view
  • Interior

References
  1. Vijayenthiran, Viknesh (9 August 2021). "2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale spy shots: Electrified compact crossover coming soon". Motor Authority. Retrieved 15 September 2021.
  2. Jacob Oliva (2021-10-22). "Alfa Romeo Tonale Delayed Due To Chip Shortage: Report". Motor1.
  3. "This is the brand new Alfa Romeo Tonale". Top Gear. 2022-02-08. Retrieved 2022-02-11.
  4. "2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale revealed, confirmed for Australia next year". Drive. 2022-02-08. Retrieved 2022-02-11.
  5. James Attwood (2021-08-06). "New 2022 Alfa Romeo Tonale edges closer to full reveal". Autocar.
  6. "New Alfa Romeo Tonale SUV steals the show at Geneva". Auto Express. 5 March 2019. Retrieved 5 March 2019.
  7. Luca Cifferi & Andrea Malan (2021-04-08). "Alfa Romeo Tonale launch delayed after new CEO demands better performance". Automotive News. Archived from the original on 2021-04-08.
  8. "2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale First Look: Alfa's Small SUV Is Finally Here". MotorTrend. 2022-02-08. Retrieved 2022-02-11.
  9. Miller, Caleb (2022-02-08). "2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale Arrives with PHEV, 2.0T Powertrains". Car and Driver. Retrieved 2022-04-13.
  10. "2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale Price Starts In High $30K Range, Reaches Low $50K". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2022-02-11.
  11. Wayland, Michael (8 February 2022). "Alfa Romeo unveils new electric-hybrid SUV with NFT, blockchain technology". CNBC. Retrieved 12 March 2022.
  12. Porter, Jon (9 February 2022). "Alfa Romeo's new SUV comes with an NFT for some reason". The Verge. Retrieved 12 March 2022.
  13. "Alfa Romeo unveils new Tonale PHEV compact SUV". Autocar. 5 March 2019. Retrieved 5 March 2019.
  14. MotorTrend: Alfa Romeo Tonale Concept First Look: Concept in Name Only? - MotorTrend, accessdate: 7. March 2019
  15. Alfa Romeo: Alfa Romeo Tonale Concept | Compact SUV | Alfa Romeo, accessdate: 7. March 2019
  16. Thanos Pappas (2021-10-31). "2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale Spied With A Jeep-Branded Engine". Carscoops.
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