Italian style, electric
Alfa Romeo Tonale plug-in 2024 Alfa Romero Tonale plug-in is the Dodge Hornet’s a la mode Italian sibling CASEY WILLIAMS | Auto Reviewer AutoCasey@AOL.com If the Alfa Romeo Tonale Veloce compact crossover looks a little familiar to you, it’s because it shares most of its body, interior and architecture with the Dodge Hornet.
Don’t get me wrong, both harbor accomplished bits straight from Italy, but our little Alfa goes further with a proper plug-in hybrid powertrain that optimizes efficiency while providing quick weekend reflexes.
The question, though, is: “Is the Hornet a bargain Alfa Romeo, or is the Tonale a fancy Dodge?” ………………. 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Five-passenger, AWD SUV Powertrain: 1.3-liter T4, Batteries Output: 285hp/347 lb.-ft. All-electric range: 30 miles Suspension f/r: Adap.
Ind/Ind Wheels f/r: 20-inch/20-inch alloy Brakes f/r: regen disc/disc 0-60 mph: 5.9s Fuel economy: 77-MPGe Assembly: Naples, Italy Base/as-tested price: $43,845/57,450 Likes • Italian style • Spirited performance • Electric driving Dislikes • Interior plastics • Jittery suspension • Sassy price ………………. Smooth Italian style The styling is all Italian with a smooth, curvaceous body cribbed from the larger Alfa Stelvio crossover.
