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Alfa Romeo Tonale vs CUPRA Formentor comparison

Compare performance (268 HP vs 390 HP), boot space and price (35,500 £ vs 35,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Tonale or CUPRA Formentor?

Alfa Romeo Tonale vs CUPRA Formentor: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Tonale

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • very slightly more trunk space
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CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 barely cheaper – starting at 35,500 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 266 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor uses 1.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Alfa Romeo Tonale with 3.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Formentor offers substantially more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 64 km more than the Alfa Romeo Tonale.

Formentor

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Formentor offers clearly more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 268 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Alfa Romeo Tonale takes 10.9 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Formentor delivers clearly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

Tonale

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is a bit lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,600 kg. The difference is around 166 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Alfa Romeo Tonale offers very slightly more boot space – 500 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the Alfa Romeo Tonale carries only slightly more – 535 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Formentor 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 £35,800
Formentor

CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 390 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 117 - 126 km
Alfa Romeo Tonale
CUPRA Formentor

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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CUPRA Formentor

The CUPRA Formentor blends sporty driving dynamics with crossover practicality, delivering sharp handling and an engaging character that makes it fun on twisty roads as well as in daily driving. Inside, it pairs a driver-focused cabin and premium materials with clever practicality, offering a confident, distinctive alternative to conventional SUVs.

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Alfa Romeo Tonale
CUPRA Formentor

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,500 - 53,200 £
Price
35,800 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
77 - 138 g/km
co2
32 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 500 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 535 kg
Payload
439 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 268 HP
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Power kW
96 - 197 kW
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Brand
CUPRA
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