DecodedCars2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV, PHEV 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 268 hp
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 24 combined · 21 city / 29 hwy
- Length
- 178.3 in
- Curb weight
- 4,046–4,134 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 21 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 178 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 104-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,046 lb (4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 29 highway), 7% worse than the 2026 small SUV average of 25.9 MPG, for an estimated $2,800 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Tonale — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Tonale →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Pomigliano, Naples
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2026 Tonale configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 178.3 in | 72.4 in | 63 in | 103.9 in | 62.2 / 61.8 in | 4,046 lb | 52/48 |
| PHEV 4dr SUV | 178.3 in | 72.4 in | 63 in | 103.9 in | 62.2 / 61.8 in | 4,134 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tonale AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 29 / 24 | -7% | $2,800 | 376 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale.
Similar 2026 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale (this car) | 24 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 BMW X3 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Porsche Macan | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Audi Q5 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 BMW X1 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Volvo XC60 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2026 Lexus NX | 40 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Seat Belts › Front › Retractor · Aug 6, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V510000 · 48,777 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Dodge Hornet and 2023-2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale vehicles. The rear outboard seat belts may become twisted and fail to retract properly.
- Risk
- A seat belt that does not retract may fail to restrain properly an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the retractors and pillar trim, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 17, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 84D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 15, 2026.
Not every 2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Tonale years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Tonale | 24 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 3 | 2 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Alfa Romeo. How we calculate this →