2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale vs 2025 Honda Ridgeline

$36,495 · Crossover

$40,150 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Igniting passion is the mission for the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale, a compact crossover draped in Italian style, starting aggressively at just $36,495. This machine prioritizes nimble agility over brute force. Contrast that enthusiasm with the imposing presence of the 2025 Honda Ridgeline, a fundamentally different machine built for hauling and height, though priced higher at $40,150. While both boast AWD and a 9-speed automatic transmission, the Ridgeline offers substantially more grunt, boasting 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, overshadowing the Tonale's unlisted power output. The Tonale is considerably more svelte, measuring only 178.3 inches in length compared to the Ridgeline's massive 210.2 inches. Efficiency favors the smaller Alfa, achieving 24 combined MPG versus the Ridgeline’s 21 combined MPG, despite the Alfa requiring premium fuel. The Tonale also offers more enclosed space with 22.9 cu ft of cargo capacity against the Ridgeline’s 7.3 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale

Its lower MSRP of $36,495 and better 24 combined MPG make the Tonale the financially smarter daily driver.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda Ridgeline

Despite its smaller defined cargo capacity of 7.3 cu ft (due to its truck bed), the Ridgeline’s substantially larger overall dimensions suggest superior passenger volume and robust capability.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Honda Ridgeline

The Ridgeline excites with published power figures of 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, suggesting greater straight-line capability.

💰 Best Value

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale

The Tonale undercuts the Ridgeline by $3,655 while providing better fuel economy and significantly more enclosed cargo space.

Choose the Alfa Romeo Tonale if...

Budget consciousness is paramount, saving $3,655 upfront by selecting the $36,495 Tonale.
Urban maneuverability matters, as the Tonale’s 178.3-inch length is far easier to place in tight spots.
Maximizing enclosed, secure storage is key, as it offers 22.9 cu ft behind the rear seats.

Choose the Honda Ridgeline if...

Raw, measurable performance (280 hp) and torque are non-negotiable for driving satisfaction.
Utility requires substantial size, evidenced by its 210.2-inch length and 70.8-inch height.
A preference for running on less expensive regular unleaded gasoline overrides higher initial cost.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Alfa Romeo Tonale	Honda Ridgeline
Length	178.3"	210.2"
Width	72.4"	78.6"
Height	63.2"	70.8"
Wheelbase	103.8"	125.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
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 Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Single overhead cam (SOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Horsepower	—	280 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	—	262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	21/29 MPG	18/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	283.5/391.5 mi.	351.0/468.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 gal.	19.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
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	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Infotainment Display	10.2 in	9.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	7
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	—
Stereo Power	—	215W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
One-Touch Power Windows	4	2
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Front Head Room	38.8 in.	40.1 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	40.9 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.7 in.	62.0 in.
Front Hip Room	54.3 in.	59.1 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	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Rear Head Room	38.2 in.	38.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.0 in.	36.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.8 in.	61.5 in.
Rear Hip Room	53.5 in.	56.6 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	225/55R18	245/60R
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Honda
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.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ 12000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale and 2025 Honda Ridgeline.

Why does the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale require premium unleaded fuel?

Premium fuel is often required in vehicles featuring high-compression engines designed to extract maximum efficiency and power, even if the specific horsepower figures are not published here. This requirement is a hallmark of performance tuning in compact European crossovers.

What is the functional difference between the Tonale's 22.9 cu ft and the Ridgeline's 7.3 cu ft cargo capacity?

The Tonale's 22.9 cu ft represents fully enclosed storage behind the rear seats typical of a true SUV/crossover design. The Ridgeline’s smaller 7.3 cu ft measurement likely refers exclusively to the in-bed trunk area, as the open bed itself is where the majority of its utility resides.

How much more power does the Ridgeline have versus the Tonale?

Based on published figures, the 2025 Honda Ridgeline delivers 280 hp, significantly surpassing the performance expectation for the Tonale whose output is not specified in these details. This 280 hp figure confirms the Ridgeline is the powerhouse of this pairing.

Which vehicle is physically smaller and easier to park?

The 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale is decidedly the smaller vehicle, measuring 178.3 inches long and 63.2 inches high. Its compact dimensions make it significantly nimbler than the towering 210.2-inch long Honda Ridgeline.

Is the fuel cost difference between the two vehicles significant?

Yes, the Tonale's 24 combined MPG slightly beats the Ridgeline’s 21 combined MPG, which, combined with the Tonale’s lower initial price point, creates better running economics, even accounting for the Alfa's premium fuel requirement.