Alfa Romeo Tonale 1.5 MHEV Ti 5dr Auto Review
Category: Family SUV
Section: Version review

The model
Read full Alfa Romeo Tonale reviewThe Tonale offers fun hatchback-like handling, but that's not enough to make it stand out over its more accomplished family SUV rivals, especially when it’s priced to compete with premium rivals that have plusher and more spacious interiors.
The trim
See full equipmentTi is the entry-level trim and also our favourite because it comes very well equipped for a reasonable price. Standard equipment includes 18in alloy wheels, four-way electronically adjustable seats with adjustable lumbar support, front and rear parking sensors, a rear-view camera and wireless phone-charging.
The engine
See full engine specsThe mild-hybrid engine is fine for the most part, but can be a little buzzy when thrashed and isn’t particularly sprightly. There are family SUV hybrids that have stronger electric motors and bigger batteries to keep them in EV mode for longer, whereas the Tonale has to rely heavily on its engine if you want decent acceleration.