It may be some time since Alfa turned a decent profit but the allure of the brand seems to be as strong as ever - and not only to loyal customers: apparently, Volkswagen tried to buy it as recently as 2018. Sometimes, it's difficult to understand where this kind of following comes from. When Alfas were really Alfas, back in the '60s, '70s and '80s, they looked and sounded great but were unreliable and bits fell off. To address that, more recent brand owners have based mainstream Alfas on Fiat Group underpinnings, diluting the reasons people wanted them in the first place.
The Tonale combines these two approaches better than any small Alfa we can remember. The looks and the cabin are, as advertised, pure Alfa Romeo. The engineering isn't, but a lot of work's been put in to give it an Alfa feel. Enough work to justify a test drive if you've a sneaking admiration for the Milanese marque? Absolutely.

10.25" radio touchscreen, usb, bluetooth audio streaming, voice controls with navigation

Vehicle theft alarm with hood protection and intrusion sensor (thatcham)

Front armrest (integrated in the central tunnel)

Sport leather steering wheel with start button

Front and rear power windows with auto up/down and antipinch

Dual zone air conditioning with aqs (with rear airvents)

U shaped LED blades DRL signature and dynamic turn indicator

Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07

NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage

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Alfa Romeo Tonale

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