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Alfa Romeo Tonale vs Hyundai Santa Fe – Which one offers the better deal?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Alfa Romeo Tonale or Hyundai Santa Fe?

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

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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 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35000 £, while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £. That’s a price difference of around 16243 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Alfa Romeo Tonale manages with 1.30 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Hyundai Santa Fe with 1.70 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Alfa Romeo Tonale performs slightly better – achieving up to 62 km, about 8 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

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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 Alfa Romeo Tonale has a slight edge – offering 280 HP compared to 253 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alfa Romeo Tonale is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 6.20 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 9 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Alfa Romeo Tonale performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 212 km/h, while the Hyundai Santa Fe tops out at 196 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Santa Fe pulls a bit stronger with 380 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Alfa Romeo Tonale is a bit lighter – 1600 kg compared to 1920 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers distinct more room – 711 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 211 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs distinct better – up to 2032 L, which is about 482 L more than the Alfa Romeo Tonale.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe somewhat takes the win – 665 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Alfa Romeo Tonale proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Alfa Romeo Tonale is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £35,000
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Alfa Romeo Tonale

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 5.6 L
  • Electric Range : 62 km

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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Hyundai Santa Fe

The Hyundai Santa Fe offers a refined blend of style and functionality, making it a strong contender in the SUV market. Its modern interior, combined with advanced technology and comfort features, creates an inviting and practical driving environment. With its sleek design and robust performance, the Santa Fe is well-suited for both urban commutes and family adventures.

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Alfa Romeo Tonale
Hyundai Santa Fe
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Santa Fe @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Consumption

Price
35000 - 53200 £
Price
51200 - 58400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 km
Electric Range
54 km
Battery Capacity
12 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
30 - 140 g/km
co2
38 - 160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1600 - 1910 kg
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 500 L
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Length
4528 mm
Length
4830 mm
Width
1835 mm
Width
1900 mm
Height
1614 mm
Height
1720 mm
Max trunk capacity
1430 - 1550 L
Max trunk capacity
1942 - 2032 L
Payload
510 - 535 kg
Payload
560 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 280 HP
Power HP
239 - 253 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
194 - 212 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 196 km/h
Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Torque
367 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 206 kW
Power kW
176 - 186 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Brand
Hyundai
What drivetrain options does the Alfa Romeo Tonale have?

The Alfa Romeo Tonale is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.