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Alfa Romeo Tonale vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (268 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (35,500 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Tonale or VW Tiguan?

Alfa Romeo Tonale vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Tonale

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Tiguan

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  • barely cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • noticeably 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.

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.

VW Tiguan is barely cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Alfa Romeo Tonale costs 35,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,907 £.

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

As for electric range, the VW Tiguan offers clearly more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 64 km more than the Alfa Romeo Tonale.

Tiguan

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Tiguan offers marginally more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 268 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Alfa Romeo Tonale takes 10.9 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers moderately more torque with 400 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Tonale

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Tiguan is barely lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 1,600 kg. The difference is around 1 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers noticeably more boot space – 652 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 152 L.

When it comes to payload, the Alfa Romeo Tonale carries marginally more – 535 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is decisively ahead 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 £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
Alfa Romeo Tonale
VW Tiguan

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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VW Tiguan

The VW Tiguan is a calm, family‑first compact SUV that impresses with cavernous rear room, a versatile boot and sofa‑like seats that make motorway miles feel effortless, while its revamped infotainment is quicker and cleaner than before. It does demand a healthy budget and some compromises — the cabin leans heavily on touch controls for climate and the limited rear child‑seat anchoring and wide mirrors can frustrate buyers who prize simplicity or maximal flexibility.

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Alfa Romeo Tonale
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,500 - 53,200 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
77 - 138 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 500 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
-
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
510 - 535 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 268 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 197 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

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