2024 ALFA ROMEO TONALE PHEV TEVADRIVE

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The 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Veloce is presented as a stylish and compelling plug-in hybrid SUV alternative in a market with few direct competitors in its price bracket. The reviewer highlights its "sexy" Italian design, which garners significant positive attention, and its strong performance figures, achieving 0-100 km/h in 6 seconds with 280 horsepower. The interior features a blend of traditional Alfa Romeo design with a new digital dashboard, though rear passenger space and headroom are noted as tight compared to rivals like the Audi Q4 e-tron. The reviewer praises the physical climate controls and the large, distinctive paddle shifters, but cautions they can be overly sensitive. Real-world electric range was disappointing, achieving only around 45-50 km even in mild conditions, falling short of expectations. Fuel consumption on the highway with a depleted battery is estimated at 10-11 L/100km. While mechanically identical to the Dodge Hornet RT, the Tonale's superior aesthetics are deemed worth the slightly higher price for those seeking a luxury European PHEV SUV.