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Alfa Romeo Tonale vs BMW 5 Series Saloon comparison

Compare performance (268 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (35,900 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Tonale or BMW 5 Series Saloon?

Alfa Romeo Tonale vs BMW 5 Series Saloon: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Tonale

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tonale

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Alfa Romeo Tonale is clearly cheaper – starting at 35,900 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,531 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Alfa Romeo Tonale with 3.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers substantially more range – reaching up to 105 km, about 43 km more than the Alfa Romeo Tonale.

5 Series Saloon

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers significantly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 268 HP. That’s roughly 459 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Alfa Romeo Tonale takes 6.6 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 680 Nm more.

Tonale

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Alfa Romeo Tonale is a bit lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers very slightly more boot space – 520 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries moderately more – 600 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £51,400
5 Series Saloon

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 727 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 - 105 km
Alfa Romeo Tonale
BMW 5 Series Saloon

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Alfa Romeo Tonale

The Alfa Romeo Tonale embodies the brand's timeless elegance and sporty DNA, captivating drivers with its bold design and dynamic presence on the road. Inside, the Tonale impresses with a perfect blend of luxury and cutting-edge technology, offering a sophisticated driving experience that remains true to the Alfa Romeo spirit. With its agile performance and distinctive character, the Tonale stands out in the competitive SUV market, appealing to those who seek both style and substance.

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BMW 5 Series Saloon

The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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Alfa Romeo Tonale
BMW 5 Series Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,900 - 53,700 £
Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 km
Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
77 - 138 g/km
co2
48 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 500 L
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 535 kg
Payload
425 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 268 HP
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
96 - 197 kW
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Brand
BMW
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