Textual content by Tom Appel
2025 Alfa Romeo Quick
Class: Compact Crossover
Coloration: Alfa Rosso
Miles pushed: 111
| CG Report Card | |
|---|---|
| Room and Consolation | B |
| Energy and Efficiency | A- |
| Match and End | A- |
| Gas Financial system | B |
| Worth | A- |
| Report-card grades are derived from a consensus of test-driver evaluations. All grades are versus different automobiles in the identical class. Worth grade is for particular trim degree evaluated, and will not mirror Shopper Information’s impressions of the complete mannequin lineup. | |
| Massive & Tall Consolation | |
| Massive Man | B |
| Tall Man | B |
| Massive & Tall consolation scores are for entrance seats solely. “Massive” score primarily based on male tester weighing roughly 350 kilos, “Tall” score primarily based on 6’6″-tall male tester. | |
| Drivetrain | |
| Engine Specs | 266-horsepower 2.0-liter |
| Engine Kind | Turbocharged 4-cylinder |
| Transmission | 9-speed computerized |
| Drive Wheels | AWD |
Noticed gas economic system: 23.1 mpg
Driving combine: 60% metropolis, 40% freeway
EPA-estimated gas economic system: 21/29/24 (mpg metropolis/freeway/mixed)
Gas sort: Common fuel
Base value: $36,495 (not together with $1995 vacation spot cost)
Choices on check automobile: Particular paint ($695), Premium Package deal ($2000), Veloce Package deal ($1000), Energy Moonroof ($1400), Harman Kardon-brand premium audio system ($1000), 20-inch alloy wheels ($2000), further key fob ($40)
Value as examined: $46,625
Audio-System Model
Harman Kardon
Audio-System High quality
Poor Honest Good Very-Good Glorious
Professionals and Cons
The good: loads of energy, enjoyable to drive
The great: Comfy front-row seating, upscale cabin trim
The not so good: Engine can sound coarse, rear-seat area tight for adults
Assessment
Auto fans might be fairly persnickety about issues. BMW followers, for instance, dismiss the German maker’s subcompact X1 and X2 crossovers as “faux” BMWs, this as a result of they journey on front-drive structure shared with Mini. Genuine BMWs, it appears, must be primarily based on rear-drive bits—by no means thoughts that the majority BMWs bought within the U.S. are outfitted with AWD.
We’re drawing from a smaller fan base now, however, Alfa Romeo followers have an identical bone to select with the Italian carmaker. Appears the brand new subcompact Tonale crossover is just not of royal lineage.
Not like Alfa’s different fashions, the Giulia small sedan and Stelvio small crossover, each of that are constructed on Stellantis’ “Giorgio” structure, which additionally underpins the Maserati Grecale crossover, the Tonale shares its roots with such frequent fare because the Dodge Hornet, and Jeep Compass. The Tonale structure, recognized internally as “FCA Small Large”, is versatile sufficient to host even a small pickup truck bought in South America, however it’s relatively pedestrian stuff, and hardly the makings of a sportyEuropean, luxurious crossover. Therefore the pushback.
So, with out the pedigree, does the Tonale deserve flooring area in Alfa Romeo dealerships alongside its Maserati-blooded companion fashions? We’d say “sure,’ as a result of just like the BMW X1 and X2, the Tonale is a delight to drive, and can be tuned in the identical spirit as different Alfas, but might be had for a lot much less cash.
New in America for the 2024 mannequin yr, the Tonale was initially supplied solely in plug-in hybrid trim, that includes a 1.3-liter turbocharged engine mated with an electrical motor for a mixed system output of 285 horsepower. New for 2025 is a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4 that, although rated at simply 266 horsepower, gives a vastly improved drive expertise—and is totally the engine you need in your Tonale. Extra on our street check in a second.
For 2025, the non-hybrid Tonale is obtainable in three trim ranges:
- Base ($39,785)
- Quick ($ 42.930)
- Intense Version ($ 48,480)
All trim ranges embody customary AWD.
The Veloce provides to the bottom mannequin’s tools roster 19-inch alloy wheels (up from 18s), extra sturdy brakes with purple calipers, real-leather seating trimpaddle shifters, premium audio programs, enhanced drive modes, and various different options and upgrades.
Intensa fashions get pleasure from further luxurious upgrades, together with Alcantara trim, and red-accent upholstery stitching.
Shopper Information just lately spent every week behind the wheel of a 2025 Tonale Veloce in Alfa Rosso and outfitted with the Premium Package deal (which brings full-leather seating and ventilated entrance seats.) Together with vacation spot cost, our check automotive got here to $46,625.
As we famous earlier, we didn’t discover the plug-in hybrid model of the Tonale an particularly compelling small crossover. The tiny 4-cylinder engine felt and sounded crude, and would kick in unexpectedly throughout acceleration with a pronounced slam. The association was frankly crude, and panned by shoppers. You’ll be able to learn our overview of a Hybrid tonal right here.
The turbocharged engine, additionally obtainable within the Dodge Hornetis one thing of a revelation, unlocking the Tonale’s true sporty character. The engine isn’t fully clean, however feels and sounds unique, and serves up simply accessed energy. The usual 9-speed computerized transmission pairs effectively with the engine, offering refined, well timed, clear shifts. Briefly, the drivetrain gives helpful and satisfying energy.
Higher maybe than the ability, is the Tonale’s well-tuned suspension. Whereas the smallest Alfa might not be of true Italian lineage, it does deal with effectively, and feels nice being hustled round corners. The brakes, too, impress, with fast response and powerful stopping energy.
Gimmicky however efficient is the Tonale’s “DNA” drive mannequin selector.
The drive-mode selector (the place D stands for Dynamic, N for Pure, and A for Superior Effectivity) permits drives to decide on between sporty, regular, and economic system settings. Not like in lots of automobiles, the DNA setup does meaningfully impression journey and dealing with, and is one thing greater than a gimmick. Additionally, in contrast to many drive-mode preparations, we discovered the sportiest setting extra entertaining than annoying, which isn’t all the time the case.
As soon as the enjoyable driving is over and also you’ve hit the open freeway, the Tonale settles down properly for the lengthy haul, with a typically compliant journey, and surprisingly quiet cabin. Agency and comfortable seats assist benefit from prolonged street journeys.
Inside, the Tonale ranks among the many best-dressed crossovers in its dimension and value class. The mix of actual leather-based, fake suede, and satin-finish steel accents presents as premium and complex, and is actually befitting the Alfa Rome marque.
Right here’s some further information: As this overview is posted, Alfa is providing incentives of as much as $5000 on New Tonales, which makes the small Italian crossover one thing of a cut price. Even at it’s listing value, our check automotive is available in considerably inexpensive than like-size choices from the German luxurious makers.
So, no, the Tonale is just not a “actual” Alfa Romeo within the strictest sense, but it surely does journey and drive like one, and—in our opinion—it appears to be like nice, too. Is driving a Tonale a little bit like carrying a faux Rolex? Perhaps a little bit, however with the cash you save going Italian as a substitute of German on this class, you would possibly be capable to decide up an actual Rolex—or two or three fakes. It’s actually as much as you.
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2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale Veloce Footage
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