2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale vs 2026 Buick Envision

$36,495 · Crossover

$41,000 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale offers Italian passion wrapped in a compact, stylish package starting at an enticing $36,495. Drivers seeking immediate engagement will gravitate toward its badge, even if raw power numbers are omitted from the provided specs for comparison against the Buick. Conversely, the 2026 Buick Envision arrives with a clear performance metric: a solid 228 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, positioning it as the more muscular choice, despite sharing an identical 24 combined MPG rating with the Alfa. The Buick demands a higher entry price of $41,000, creating a $4,505 gap against the Tonale. Furthermore, the Envision offers slightly more utility with a 25.2 cu ft cargo capacity versus the Tonale's 22.9 cu ft. Both utilize an AWD setup paired with a 9-speed shiftable automatic, but the Alfa's diminutive 178.3-inch length hints at sharper urban agility compared to the longer Buick.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

Choose the Alfa Romeo Tonale if...

Italian styling and brand cachet are top priorities for your crossover purchase.
Keeping the initial purchase price under $37,000 is essential.
You prefer a slightly more compact footprint at 178.3 inches in length for city maneuvering.

Choose the Buick Envision if...

Access to 228 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque is non-negotiable for driving excitement.
You require the extra utility of 25.2 cu ft of cargo space.
Using premium unleaded is recommended rather than strictly required, offering minor fueling flexibility.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Alfa Romeo Tonale	Buick Envision
Length	178.3"	182.7"
Width	72.4"	74.1"
Height	63.2"	64.6"
Wheelbase	103.8"	109.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Buick
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	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Buick
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Horsepower	—	228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	—	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Buick
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Buick
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	21/29 MPG	22/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	283.5/391.5 mi.	354.2/450.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 gal.	16.1 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Buick
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	✓	—
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Buick
Infotainment Display	10.2 in	30.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	9
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
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bose
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Buick
Front Head Room	38.8 in.	39.6 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	40.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.7 in.	56.7 in.
Front Hip Room	54.3 in.	55.1 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	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	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way

Rearseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Buick
Rear Head Room	38.2 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.0 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.8 in.	55.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	53.5 in.	47.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Buick
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	225/55R18	P235/60R18
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Buick
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.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale and 2026 Buick Envision.

How does the required premium fuel for the Alfa Romeo Tonale affect long-term running costs compared to the Envision?

The Alfa Romeo Tonale mandates premium unleaded, which typically costs more per gallon than regular fuel. Although both crossovers share a 24 combined MPG rating, the Tonale’s fuel requirement will likely result in higher overall expenditure at the pump over time.

What is the significance of the 228 hp rating in the 2026 Buick Envision for real-world driving?

The 228 hp output provides the Envision with a measurable edge in acceleration and passing power, especially important for merging onto highways. This concrete power figure stands in contrast to the Tonale, whose horsepower is not specified in the current comparison data.

Is the physical size difference between these two AWD crossovers noticeable?

Yes, the 2026 Buick Envision is significantly larger, measuring 182.7 inches long compared to the Tonale's 178.3 inches. This extra 4.4 inches in length translates directly to the Envision's larger cargo capacity.

Considering the price difference, what extra features might the $41,000 Buick Envision offer over the $36,495 Tonale?

While specific feature lists aren't detailed, the $4,505 premium for the Envision typically covers more standard luxury amenities or advanced driver-assistance systems in this class segment.

Do the highway MPG ratings show a major difference between these two AWD crossovers?

The difference in highway efficiency is minimal; the Tonale achieves 29 MPG highway while the Envision is rated at 28 MPG highway. Both demonstrate commendable efficiency for all-wheel-drive vehicles.