2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale vs 2025 Ford Bronco Sport

$36,495 · Crossover

$31,695 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Italian passion collides with rugged American capability in this crossover showdown! The 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale delivers that unmistakable Alfa flair, commanding a starting price of $36,495, and demanding premium unleaded for its standard all-wheel-drive system. While the Bronco Sport starts significantly lower at $31,695 and sips regular fuel, the power difference is stark: the Bronco Sport offers 181 hp, leaving the Tonale (presumably far more powerful, though its output isn't listed) to focus on driving dynamics and Italian design language. Dimensionally, the narrower Tonale is 178.3 inches long, whereas the taller Bronco Sport maximizes utility with 32.5 cu ft of cargo space compared to the Tonale's 22.9 cu ft. Choosing between them is a decision between accessible ruggedness and premium European sportiness.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

Choose the Alfa Romeo Tonale if...

Your primary desire is sophisticated, head-turning Italian design aesthetics.
You prefer a slightly smaller footprint in urban driving (172.4 inches wide vs. 74.3 inches for the Bronco Sport).
Budget flexibility allows for the $36,495 starting price and the mandatory use of premium fuel.

Choose the Ford Bronco Sport if...

Maximum cargo volume for gear and adventures (32.5 cu ft) is a non-negotiable requirement.
You need to conserve cash, saving $4,800 compared to the entry price of the Tonale.
You value efficiency with regular unleaded fuel and better mileage (27 combined MPG).

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Alfa Romeo Tonale	Ford Bronco Sport
Length	178.3"	172.7"
Width	72.4"	74.3"
Height	63.2"	70.2"
Wheelbase	103.8"	105.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Ford
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	—
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Ford
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	1.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 3
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Number of Valves	16	12
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Horsepower	—	181 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	—	190 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm

Drive Train

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Ford
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Ford
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	21/29 MPG	25/30 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	27 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	283.5/391.5 mi.	400.0/480.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 gal.	16.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Ford
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	—
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Single Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Ford
Infotainment Display	10.2 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	6
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Ford
One-Touch Power Windows	4	1
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Ford
Front Head Room	38.8 in.	41.5 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	42.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.7 in.	57.3 in.
Front Hip Room	54.3 in.	55.2 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Seat Material: Premium Cloth	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Ford
Rear Head Room	38.2 in.	41.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.0 in.	36.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.8 in.	55.6 in.
Rear Hip Room	53.5 in.	53.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Ford
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	225/55R18	225/65R H
Wheel Diameter	—	17 in
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Ford
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	—	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Ford
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale and 2025 Ford Bronco Sport.

How significant is the performance gap between the two crossovers?

The 2025 Ford Bronco Sport is explicitly listed with 181 hp, which is significantly lower than what is expected from the premium positioning of the Alfa Romeo Tonale, though the Tonale's specific power output is not provided here.

Does the higher price of the Tonale translate to better efficiency?

No, the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale returns a lower efficiency rating (24 combined MPG) than the Bronco Sport (27 combined MPG) and requires more expensive premium fuel.

Which vehicle handles rougher terrain better based on these specs?

While both offer AWD, the 2025 Ford Bronco Sport's greater height (70.2 inches) and ruggedized design reputation suggest a greater predisposition toward off-pavement excursions.

How does the physical size differ for parking?

The Alfa Romeo Tonale is slightly shorter in length (178.3 inches vs. 172.7 inches) but noticeably narrower (72.4 inches vs. 74.3 inches) than the Bronco Sport.