2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale vs 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

$36,495 · Crossover

$40,445 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale bursts onto the scene with Italian flair, prioritizing sharp aesthetics and a spirited drive, even if its required premium fuel hikes the operating cost. Starting at a tempting $36,495, the Tonale delivers standard AWD through a sophisticated 9-speed automatic transmission, maximizing its 24 MPG combined efficiency. Contrasting sharply is the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, a longer machine at 185.4 inches, which brings electrifying capability to the forefront. Although its MSRP is $3,950 higher at $40,445, the Outlander PHEV boasts an impressive 38 miles of electric range and a total of 248 hp—significantly more immediate muscle than its Italian rival. The Tonale offers a greater maximum cargo capacity at 22.9 cu ft, whereas the Outlander PHEV commits more space to its hybrid components, netting just 12.8 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

The Outlander PHEV's 38 miles of pure electric range will significantly reduce fuel consumption during daily city driving, despite its slightly higher initial cost.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

The Outlander PHEV is the larger vehicle, measuring 185.4 inches long and 84.4 inches wide, suggesting a more substantial footprint for passengers and gear.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

With a measurable 248 hp available, the Outlander PHEV packs substantially more readily available performance energy compared to the unstated output of the Tonale.

💰 Best Value

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale

The Alfa Romeo Tonale undercuts the Mitsubishi by $3,950, making its entry point significantly more accessible for buyers seeking an AWD crossover experience.

Choose the Alfa Romeo Tonale if...

Emotional connection and Italian design are paramount to your purchasing decision.
You prefer the tactile engagement of a 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission over a direct drive unit.
Minimizing the upfront purchase price, $36,495, is a primary concern.

Choose the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV if...

Maximizing usable power is critical, benefiting from the known 248 hp output.
You desire meaningful all-electric driving capability via its 38-mile range.
Regular unleaded fuel is preferred over the premium unleaded required by the Tonale.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Alfa Romeo Tonale	Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
Length	178.3"	185.4"
Width	72.4"	84.4"
Height	63.2"	68.5"
Wheelbase	103.8"	106.5"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Mitsubishi
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	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Mitsubishi
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.4 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	plug-in hybrid
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Horsepower	—	248 hp

Drive Train

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Mitsubishi
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	1-speed direct drive
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Mitsubishi
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	21/29 MPG	25/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	26 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	283.5/391.5 mi.	370.0/399.6 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 gal.	14.8 gal.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	—	67/61 MPGe
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	—	64 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	—	38 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	—	52
Charging Time (240V)	—	6.5 hr.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	—	CHAdeMO

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Mitsubishi
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	✓	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Mitsubishi
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

Power Feature

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Mitsubishi
One-Touch Power Windows	4	1
Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Remote Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Mitsubishi
Front Head Room	38.8 in.	40.6 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.7 in.	57.9 in.
Front Hip Room	54.3 in.	54.0 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Mitsubishi
Rear Head Room	38.2 in.	39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.0 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.8 in.	55.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	53.5 in.	53.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
One-Piece Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Mitsubishi
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	18 x 7.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	225/55R18	P235/60R18
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Mitsubishi
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	7 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale and 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

How much does the power difference between these two crossovers actually translate to the road?

The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV explicitly states 248 hp, suggesting superior acceleration capability compared to the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale, whose power figures are unlisted here. Enthusiasts should anticipate the Outlander providing more immediate thrust.

Is the higher efficiency of the Outlander PHEV worth the $3,950 higher entry cost?

If you leverage the 38 miles of electric range frequently, the Outlander PHEV's superior overall MPG rating of 26 combined will offset its initial $3,950 higher MSRP over time through fuel savings.

Which vehicle offers more usable space behind the rear seats?

The 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale provides a larger open area for luggage, boasting 22.9 cu ft of cargo capacity, whereas the PHEV hardware reduces the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV's capacity to 12.8 cu ft.

Why does the Alfa Romeo Tonale require premium unleaded fuel?

While the specific engine calibration isn't detailed, the requirement for premium fuel in the Tonale often indicates a higher-compression, performance-tuned engine design that benefits from higher octane fuel for optimal efficiency and power delivery.

What driving characteristic does the Tonale's 9-speed transmission offer over the Outlander’s 1-speed drive?

The 9-speed shiftable automatic in the Tonale allows for more distinct gear ratios, offering a more traditional, engaged driving experience with varied engine braking, compared to the smooth, gearless operation of the Outlander's 1-speed direct drive.