The Alfa Romeo brand of Auburn Hills’ Stellantis has announced its all-new Alfa Romeo Tonale plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) has completed final EPA testing with an electric range of 33 miles and MPGe rating of 77, and is shipping to U.S. dealerships.
“We are happy to announce the official EPA electric range of 33 miles and 77 MPGe for the Alfa Romeo Tonale, which will allow many of our customers to drive their daily commutes without tapping the fuel tank,” says Larry Dominique, senior vice president and head of Alfa Romeo North America.
“The Alfa Romeo Tonale represents the beginning of our transformation to greater electrification while staying true to the performance characteristics our customers expect from the brand, including a best-in-class 285 horsepower.”
The Tonale was engineered to be the most efficient plug-in hybrid C-SUV in its segment. The powertrain system uses the 1.3-liter MultiAir turbocharged four-cylinder engine (180-horsepower) to provide torque to the front wheels. Its total range with a full battery charge is 360 miles. Combined fuel economy is 29 MPG.
A high-voltage belt starter generator was mounted to the engine to assist in greater efficiency, smoother drive cycle transitions, and a seamless stop-start capability.
The Tonale’s efficiency and performance is bolstered by a 15.5-kWh lithium-ion battery that drives a 90-kW electric motor on the rear axle with 184 lb.-ft. (250 Nm) of torque from 0 rpm. Total output is a best-in-class 285 horsepower and 347 lb.-ft. (470 Nm) of torque.
The Veloce edition starts at $47,495, the Ti edition starts at $44,995, and the Sprint edition begins at $42,995. Prices do not include a $1,595 destination charge.
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