Trying to decide between the Stelvio and the Tonale? These two are among the highest-rated vehicles you’ll find at our Alfa Romeo dealership. To help you out, we’ve broken down how they compare in terms of performance, efficiency, space, and even tech.
Engine and Transmission
The Stelvio’s turbo-four punches out 280 horsepower, 306 lb-ft of torque, and winds out to 149 mph. All of it funnels through a buttery-slick ZF gearbox to all four wheels. Specs aside, the real reason to buy the Stelvio is that it drives like Alfa meant it. The same chassis as the Giulia gives it poise in corners and just the right amount of edge. Its steering is light and full of life, making it more like a sports sedan.
The smaller Tonale offers two engine choices. One is a 268-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged gas-only engine paired with a nine-speed automatic. The other is a 285-horsepower plug-in hybrid that combines a 1.3-liter turbo with a 15.5 kWh battery and a six-speed auto. Pick either, and you’re getting sharp steering and lively handling.
Fuel Efficiency
The Tonale hybrid gives you 33 miles of all-electric range, then switches over to the gas engine for a combined 29 mpg, with up to 360 miles of total range. Charging this plug-in hybrid at home takes about two and a half hours on a 240-volt outlet or around eight hours using a standard outlet.
Go for the gas-only Tonale, and the EPA says you’re looking at 21 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. On the flip side, EPA estimates for the 2025 Stelvio come in at 22 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.
Space and Creature Comforts
The Stelvio rides on a wheelbase that’s seven inches longer and stands three inches taller than the Tonale, giving it the upper hand in headroom and road presence. But the Tonale makes smarter use of space, with 23 cubic feet of cargo room compared to the Stelvio’s 18.5 and a roomier backseat offering (38 inches of legroom vs. 32 in the Stelvio).
Inside, the Stelvio comes with standard leather upholstery, while the Tonale is dressed with premium cloth. The Stelvio features an 8.8-inch central touchscreen and a 12.3-inch driver display. The Tonale counters with a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen and the same 12.3-inch digital cluster. Both offer Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration.
The Stelvio and the Tonale each bring something unique to the table. The best way to find your fit is to get behind the wheel of both. Reach out to Criswell Alfa Romeo in Germantown, MD, and set up your test drive.
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