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Alfa Romeo Tonale vs VW Tiguan – Which car suits you better?

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

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Tiguan has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32800 £, while the Alfa Romeo Tonale costs 35000 £. That’s a price difference of around 2186 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Alfa Romeo Tonale manages with 1.30 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the VW Tiguan with 1.40 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Tiguan performs clearly better – achieving up to 126 km, about 64 km more than the Alfa Romeo Tonale.

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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 Alfa Romeo Tonale has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 280 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Alfa Romeo Tonale takes 6.20 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs to a small extent better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Alfa Romeo Tonale tops out at 212 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls a bit stronger with 400 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, VW Tiguan is barely noticeable lighter – 1599 kg compared to 1600 kg. The difference is around 1 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers distinct more room – 652 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 152 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs barely noticeable better – up to 1650 L, which is about 100 L more than the Alfa Romeo Tonale.

When it comes to payload, Alfa Romeo Tonale hardly perceptible takes the win – 535 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Tiguan proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Tiguan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £32,800
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VW Tiguan

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

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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35000 - 53200 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
12 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
30 - 140 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1600 - 1910 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 500 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4528 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1835 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1614 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1430 - 1550 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
510 - 535 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 280 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
194 - 212 km/h
Max Speed
198 - 242 km/h
Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 206 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

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

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

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