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'{{Short description|Italian compact crossover SUV}} {{EngvarB|date= June 2022}} {{Infobox automobile | image = 2022 Alfa Romeo Tonale Speciale in Verde Montreal, front left (NYIAS 2022).jpg | alt = Front-three-quarter view of a five-door car with raised ground clearance, door mirrors with integrated turning indicator lights, LED headlights, and large alloy wheels | name = Alfa Romeo Tonale | manufacturer = [[Alfa Romeo]] | aka = Dodge Hornet (U.S. and Canada) | production = 2022–present | model_years = 2023 (North America)<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1121937_2023-alfa-romeo-tonale-spy-shots |title=2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale spy shots: Electrified compact crossover coming soon |work=Motor Authority |first=Viknesh |last=Vijayenthiran |date=9 August 2021|accessdate=15 September 2021}}</ref> | assembly = Italy: [[Pomigliano d'Arco]] | predecessor = | successor = | class = [[Compact crossover SUV]] [[C-segment|(C)]]{{discuss}} | body_style = 5-door [[SUV]] | layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive]] or [[Front-engine, four-wheel-drive layout|all-wheel-drive]] | platform = [[SCCS platform#Small Wide 4×4 LWB|FCA Small Wide 4×4 LWB]]<ref name=motor1>{{cite news|url= https://www.motor1.com/news/542603/alfa-romeo-tonale-delay-again/ |title=Alfa Romeo Tonale Delayed Due To Chip Shortage: Report |first=Jacob |last=Oliva |date=2021-10-22 |work=Motor1}}</ref> | related = [[Jeep Compass#MP|Jeep Compass (MP)]] | engine = {{ubl | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]]:''' | 2.0 L ''[[FCA Global Medium Engine|FCA GME]]'' [[Straight-four engine|I4]] [[Turbocharger|turbo]] | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]] [[Hybrid electric vehicle|hybrid]]:''' | 1.5 L ''[[Fiat Global Small Engine|GSE Firefly]]'' I4 turbo [[mild hybrid]] | 1.5 L ''[[Fiat Global Small Engine|GSE Firefly]]'' I4 [[Variable-geometry turbocharger|VGT]] mild hybrid | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]] [[plug-in hybrid]]:''' | 1.3 L ''[[Fiat Global Small Engine|GSE]]'' T4 [[Inline-four engine|I4]] | '''[[Diesel engine|Diesel]]:''' | 1.6 L ''[[Fiat JTD engine#1.6 Multijet|Multijet]]'' I4 [[Turbodiesel|turbo]] }} | motor = {{ubl | {{convert|15|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} 48-volt "P2" belt-driven electric motor | {{convert|45|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} FCA eMotor (4xe) | {{convert|90|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} FCA eMotor on rear axle }} | powerout = {{ubl | {{convert|95|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} (Hybrid) | {{convert|117|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} (Hybrid VGT) | {{convert|134|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} (engine) | {{convert|205|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} (combined) | {{convert|191|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} (2.0) }} | transmission = {{ubl | 6-speed ''[[Fiat Powertrain Technologies|FPT]] [[Euro Twin Clutch Transmission|C635]]'' dual-clutch automatic | 7-speed Alfa Romeo TCT dual-clutch automatic | 9-speed [[ZF 9HP transmission|ZF 9HP]] automatic (2.0) }} | drivetrain = {{ubl | [[Mild hybrid]] | [[Plug-in hybrid]] }} | battery = {{ubl | 15.5 kWh [[lithium-ion]] (PHEV) }} | wheelbase = {{convert|2637|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | length = {{convert|4530|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | width = {{convert|1840|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | height = {{convert|1600|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | weight = {{convert|1525|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} | designer = Alexandros Liokis (Centro Stile Alfa Romeo) | caption = }} The '''Alfa Romeo Tonale''' (Type 965) is a [[compact crossover SUV]] produced by Italian car manufacturer [[Alfa Romeo]].<ref>{{cite web|date=2022-02-08|title=This is the brand new Alfa Romeo Tonale|url= https://www.topgear.com/car-news/suvs/brand-new-alfa-romeo-tonale|access-date=2022-02-11 |work=Top Gear|language=en}}</ref> Introduced in February 2022, the Tonale is the first [[Hybrid electric vehicle|hybrid]]-powered Alfa Romeo. It slots below the [[Alfa Romeo Stelvio]] and became the first new model introduced by the brand in six years.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2022-02-08|title=2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale revealed, confirmed for Australia next year|url= https://www.drive.com.au/news/2023-alfa-romeo-tonale-revealed-confirmed-for-australia-next-year/|access-date=2022-02-11 |work=Drive |language=en-AU}}</ref> The Tonale marks the brand's electrification effort, where Alfa Romeo will be the first brand among the 14 brands of [[Stellantis]] to go fully electric by 2027.<ref>{{cite web | url= https://www.autoblog.com/2021/08/09/alfa-romeo-ev-plans-2027/?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAMRe7CsKvNaG0kWMBdHwtidZL_BcBhdK07U-HH40jlpPLDDbbFXSDAbST4LMTzSk9Qo0ns3nd_FGjqaOmGFO5DpnLJrUllKrBWupwk34gDZY5aFv3eBc94gZecZWjCUi1EVmo68yXClZrcP7my3KQl7BtCNprrWdJufdDE9W9CNF | title=Alfa Romeo to go all-electric by 2027 }}</ref> The Tonale is named after the [[Tonale Pass|Tonale mountain pass]] in Northern Italy.<ref name="autocar2021aug">{{cite news |first=James |last=Attwood |date=2021-08-06 |title=New 2022 Alfa Romeo Tonale edges closer to full reveal |work=Autocar |url= https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/new-2022-alfa-romeo-tonale-edges-closer-full-reveal}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |date=5 March 2019 |title=New Alfa Romeo Tonale SUV steals the show at Geneva |url= https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/alfa-romeo/106206/new-alfa-romeo-tonale-suv-steals-the-show-at-geneva |accessdate=5 March 2019 |work=Auto Express}}</ref> In August 2022, a rebadged and restyled version was unveiled as the '''Dodge Hornet''', exclusive to the North American market as the smallest, entry-level SUV offering from [[Dodge]] with emphasis put on performance. The Hornet will be sold alongside the Tonale in the region with different specs and lower pricing. == Overview == The production version was originally scheduled for release in 2021, but it was delayed until 2022 due to the [[2020–2021 global chip shortage|global semiconductor shortage]]<ref name="motor1" /> and Alfa Romeo management demanding better range and performance from its drivetrain.<ref name=autonews2021apr>{{cite news|url= https://www.autonews.com/automakers-suppliers/alfa-romeo-tonale-launch-delayed-after-new-ceo-demands-better-performance|title=Alfa Romeo Tonale launch delayed after new CEO demands better performance |first=Luca |last=Cifferi |first2=Andrea |last2=Malan |date=2021-04-08 |publisher=Automotive News |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20210408122352/https://www.autonews.com/automakers-suppliers/alfa-romeo-tonale-launch-delayed-after-new-ceo-demands-better-performance|archive-date=2021-04-08}}</ref><ref name="autocar2021aug" /> It was developed during the ownership of [[Fiat Chrysler Automobiles]] and underpinned by a heavily modified version of the [[SCCS platform|SCCS]] crossover platform shared with the [[Jeep Compass]]. It is also the first Alfa Romeo to be equipped with optional [[plug-in hybrid]], which uses a {{cvt|15.5|kWh}} lithium-ion battery that delivers {{convert|30|mi|km}} of all-electric range.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|date=2022-02-08|title=2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale First Look: Alfa's Small SUV Is Finally Here|url= https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2023-alfa-romeo-tonale-first-look-review/ |access-date=2022-02-11 |work=MotorTrend |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Miller |first=Caleb |date=2022-02-08 |title=2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale Arrives with PHEV, 2.0T Powertrains |url= https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a39004588/2023-alfa-romeo-tonale-details/ |access-date=2022-04-13 |work=Car and Driver |language=en-US}}</ref> All models of the Tonale are equipped with a 12.3-inch digital infotainment cluster and a 10.25-inch infotainment screen which will run on a Uconnect 5 software suite that supported [[Amazon Alexa]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale Price Starts In High $30K Range, Reaches Low $50K|url= https://www.motor1.com/news/566118/alfa-romeo-tonale-price/ |access-date=2022-02-11 |website=Motor1.com |language=en}}</ref> In addition, the Tonale will come with an [[Non-fungible token|NFT]] that records and stores data of the car's life cycle. According to Alfa Romeo, the NFT will generate a certificate that can help maintain the car's residual value.<ref>{{cite news |url= https://www.cnbc.com/2022/02/08/new-alfa-romeo-suv-equipped-with-nft-blockchain-technology.html |title=Alfa Romeo unveils new electric-hybrid SUV with NFT, blockchain technology |last=Wayland |first=Michael |publisher=CNBC |date=8 February 2022 |access-date=12 March 2022}}</ref><ref name="The Verge NFT for some reason">{{cite web |url= https://www.theverge.com/2022/2/9/22925040/alfa-romeo-nft-service-history-vehicle-data-second-hand-prices |title=Alfa Romeo's new SUV comes with an NFT for some reason |last=Porter |first=Jon |work=The Verge |date=9 February 2022 |access-date=12 March 2022}}</ref> ''[[The Verge]]'' noted that Alfa Romeo had not provided much information about what blockchain technology they intended to use for this.<ref name="The Verge NFT for some reason" /> ''[[Jalopnik]]'' felt that digitising a car's service history was a good idea, but that blockchain NFTs were a "bad" and "entirely unnecessary" way to achieve this.<ref>{{Cite news|url= https://jalopnik.com/the-alfa-romeo-tonales-nft-service-record-is-dumb-1848515511 |title= The Alfa Romeo Tonale's NFT Service Record is Dumb |work=Jalopnik |date= 2 October 2021 |access-date= 12 June 2022 |last= DaSilva |first= Steve |postscript=. The website lists the date of the article as 2 October 2022 but this is presumably a typo.}}</ref> According to Alfa Romeo, Tonale was designed to offer more driving engagement than the class average by using a very quick [[steering rack]] (2.3 turns lock to lock). It also features [[torque vectoring]] by braking, frequency-selective dampers as standard and adaptive items and four-piston brakes on the range-topping Veloce.<gallery widths="200" heights="130"> File:Alfa Romeo Tonale 1X7A0314.jpg|alt= Rear-three-quarter view of a five-door car with LED taillights and an aerodynamic lip spoiler over the rear luggage hatch|Rear view File:Alfa Romeo Tonale 1X7A0004.jpg|alt= Dashboard of the car with front airbags, digital gauges, a satellite navigation touchscreen, automatic gearbox, electronic handbrake, button-operated heater and fan controls, a USB port, and an unlabeled rotary dial|Interior </gallery> == Powertrain == One of the powertrain options is a newly developed, Alfa Romeo-exclusive {{cvt|160|hp|PS kW|0|abbr=on}} 1.5-liter petrol engine with [[Variable-geometry turbocharger|variable-geometry turbocharger]] (VGT) and a 48 V [[Hybrid vehicle|hybrid]] system, paired with a 7-speed TCT [[dual-clutch transmission]] and the 48 V {{cvt|15|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} and {{cvt|55|Nm|kgm lbft|abbr=on|sigfig=3}} P2 [[electric motor]] ({{cvt|135|Nm|kgm lbft|abbr=on|sigfig=3}} with the 2.5:1 transmission ratio). It can propel the wheels even when the internal combustion engine is turned off. The Tonale is claimed to be capable of {{convert|0-100|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} in 8.8 seconds and on to a maximum speed of over {{convert|130|mph|km/h|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}. The engine comes with high [[compression ratio]] (12.5:1), a new [[cylinder head]] with compact [[combustion chamber]], dual [[variable valve timing]], and "high-tumble" intake ducts. A 48 V [[lithium-ion]] battery with a 0.8 kWh capacity is used. The capacity is more than twice that of batteries commonly used on [[Mild hybrid|belt driven starter generator]] (BSG) hybrid systems, while providing an output of up to {{cvt|22|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}}. The battery has a volume of about 11 litres and does not affect the size of the boot as it is installed under the central tunnel, between the front seats. The dual voltage system with a DC/DC converter from 48 to 12 volts manages the interface with the electrical architecture of the vehicle.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Alfa Romeo Tonale hybrid: everything that energy moves |url=https://www.media.stellantis.com/em-en/alfa-romeo/press/alfa-romeo-tonale-hybrid-everything-that-energy-moves |access-date=2022-09-06 |website=www.media.stellantis.com |language=en}}</ref> == Markets == ===Europe=== The Alfa Romeo Tonale has made its debut to the press in Europe, taking to the roads at Tempio Voltiano around Lake Como, where [[Alessandro Volta]] invented one of the first batteries. At the European launch, Alfa Romeo offered Tonale in the exclusive "Edizione Speciale" version. This version includes a special configuration for the first customers of Tonale. "Edizione Speciale" of Tonale is available only in a hybrid configuration with a {{convert|130|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}}, 1.5&nbsp;L 4-cylinder engine, packed with the following: 20-inch alloy wheels, red brake callipers, Matrix Full LED with an adaptive system, privacy windows, aluminium shift paddles, keyless entry, hands-free power lift tailgate, 10.25-inch touchscreen radio with voice control & navigation, CarPlay / Android Auto with the wireless charging pad, sporty leather steering wheel, Adaptive Cruise Control, front and rear sensors with a rearview camera and traffic sign recognition. Later versions of the Tonale for the European market offer as standard equipment 18-inch alloy wheels, parking sensors, and a reversing camera, as well as gloss black exterior trim, part-leatherette upholstery, and the 10.2-inch touchscreen navigation system. Keyless entry is included, too, along with an electrically-operated tailgate and automatic lights and wipers, not to mention wireless phone charging along with the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration tech. More upmarket models add sportier styling and adaptive dampers. A 5-year warranty is offered to all Tonale SUVs sold across Europe and Alfa Romeo offers dedicated mobility services in collaboration with [[Leasys]]. === North America === The Tonale for Canada will be released for the 2023 model year with an option of 2.0&nbsp;L petrol turbocharged engine and a 1.3&nbsp;L petrol plug-in hybrid engine.<ref name=":0" /> For the US market, only the PHEV option will be available. ==== Dodge Hornet ==== The Hornet was released in August 2022 for the U.S. and Canada. Compared to the Tonale, the Hornet received a restyled front end, headlights, and taillights graphics to match other Dodge products. Priced below the Tonale, two models are offered, which are the Hornet R/T plug-in hybrid and Hornet GT which are powered by a 1.3&nbsp;L petrol plug-in hybrid engine and a 2.0&nbsp;L petrol turbocharged engine marketed as "Hurricane4" respectively. It is built alongside the Tonale in Italy.<ref name=":1">{{cite web |date=2022-08-16 |title=The 2023 Dodge Hornet Compact SUV Buzzes With Performance |url= https://www.motortrend.com/news/2023-dodge-hornet-gt-rt-compact-crossover-suv-first-look/ |access-date=2022-08-17 |work=MotorTrend |language=en}}</ref><ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last=Wendler |first=Andrew |date=2022-08-16 |title=2023 Dodge Hornet: Hybrid Compact SUV Performance Invades The Hive |url= https://www.forbes.com/wheels/news/2023-dodge-hornet/ |access-date=2022-08-17 |work=Forbes Wheels |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=2023 Dodge Hornet Totally Misses The Point Of Being A Compact CUV |url= https://www.motor1.com/news/604758/2023-dodge-hornet-official-debut/ |access-date=2022-08-17 |website=Motor1.com |language=en}}</ref> The brand's CEO Tim Kuniskis announced plans for a more powerful model, the Hornet GLH ("Goes Like Hell"), the name of which harkens back to the [[Dodge Omni]]-based [[Shelby GLH-S]], the first American [[hot hatch]].<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |last=Suarez |first=Jacob |date=2022-08-17 |title=The Title Of Quickest, Most Powerful Compact Crossover Now Belongs To The Dodge Hornet |url= https://www.hotcars.com/most-powerful-compact-crossover-dodge-hornet/ |access-date=2022-08-17 |work=HotCars |language=en-US}}</ref> == Concept version == {{Advert section|date=May 2022}} The Tonale Concept was unveiled in March 2019 at the [[Geneva Motor Show#2019|Geneva Motor Show]]. It features a [[plug in hybrid]] (PHEV) drivetrain from the [[Jeep Renegade]], with a front-mounted petrol engine and a rear-mounted electric motor (this information is not officially confirmed by Alfa Romeo representatives).<ref>{{cite web |title=Alfa Romeo unveils new Tonale PHEV compact SUV |url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/alfa-romeo-unveils-new-tonale-phev-compact-suv |work=Autocar |accessdate=5 March 2019 |date=5 March 2019}}</ref><ref name="motortrend.com">{{cite web |url= https://www.motortrend.com/news/alfa-romeo-tonale-concept-first-look/ |title=Alfa Romeo Tonale Concept First Look: Concept in Name Only? |work=MotorTrend |access-date=7 March 2019}}</ref> The Tonale has D.N.A Alfa Romeo driving selector with modes: Dual Power mode for maximum performance, Natural mode for everyday use and Advanced Efficiency setting will only use electric propulsion.<ref>{{cite web| url= https://www.alfaromeo.com/tonale-concept#dna |title=Alfa Romeo Tonale Concept |website=alfaromeo.com |access-date=7 March 2019}}</ref> E-mozione button on the touchscreen further tailors throttle settings, braking response, and steering feel. The front of the car has three-plus-three LED headlights evocative of those on the [[Alfa Romeo SZ|SZ]] and [[Alfa Romeo Brera and Spider|Brera]].<ref name="motortrend.com"/><ref name=carscoops3110>{{cite news|url= https://www.carscoops.com/2021/10/2023-alfa-romeo-tonale-spied-in-the-us-revealing-dashboard-jeep-branded-powertrain/ |title=2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale Spied With A Jeep-Branded Engine |first=Thanos |last=Pappas |date=2021-10-31 |work=Carscoops}}</ref> <gallery widths="200px" heights="150px"> File:Alfa Romeo Tonale, GIMS 2019, Le Grand-Saconnex (GIMS1331).jpg|alt= Front-three quarter view of show car|Front view File:Alfa Romeo Tonale Concept Genf 2019 1Y7A5606.jpg|alt= Rear-three-quarter view|Rear view File:Alfa Romeo Tonale interior at Parco Valentino 2019.jpg|alt= Interior of show car viewed through open door|Interior </gallery> {{clear}} ==References== {{reflist}} == External links == {{Commons category|Alfa Romeo Tonale}} * [https://www.alfaromeo.com/tonale Official website] {{Alfa Romeo}} {{Alfa Romeo timeline 2020 to date}} {{Dodge}} {{Dodge Truck Timeline}} [[Category:Alfa Romeo vehicles|Tonale]] [[Category:Plug-in hybrid vehicles]] [[Category:Luxury crossover sport utility vehicles]] [[Category:Compact sport utility vehicles]] [[Category:Cars introduced in 2022]]'