ALFA ROMEO

Tonale Plug-In Hybrid Q4: the perfect combination of maximum efficiency and sportiness

The arrival of the Alfa Romeo Tonale Plug-In Hybrid Q4 marks the end of the introduction of vehicles to the Tonale line - the model with which the brand made its entrance into the world of electrification, while staying true to its Italian sporting DNA established in 1910. The new version is the top of the range and opens a new chapter in Alfa Romeo's metamorphosis by combining maximum efficiency and sportiness: more than 80 km of electric autonomy in the urban cycle, 600 km in the total cycle and emissions reduced to 26 g/ km in urban cycle.

It is a model designed to satisfy the needs of customers who, today more than ever, are looking for technology, comfort and safety in a sports vehicle, in addition to high performance. The Tonale Plug-In Hybrid Q4 anticipates the level where Alfa Romeo wants to take its sporty concept. In addition, thanks to its state-of-the-art habitability, superior on-board comfort, silent driving and low emissions, the model is ideal for traveling alone or with family and friends, as it guarantees maximum safety and reliability, both in urban and over long distances.

The road handling of the Tonale Plug-In Hybrid Q4 is best-in-class and its on-board technology and connectivity make it the most advanced Alfa Romeo ever. Quality and attention to detail have been combined with dynamic features with the aim of reinventing sport for the 21st century. The historic Alfa Romeo logo has been reinterpreted to highlight the brand's electrification process: the elegant electrified Biscione printed on the left rear window stands out on the Tonale Plug-In Hybrid Q4 and is enhanced by the tinted glass.

The Tonale Plug-In Hybrid Q4 is a milestone in Alfa Romeo's 'from zero to zero' process that will take it from being a brand without any electrification at the beginning of 2022 to being a brand with zero emissions and 100% electrified in 2027. Furthermore, by carrying out this evolution in just five years, Alfa Romeo has established itself as the fastest car brand to achieve carbon neutrality.

Purely electric for everyday use, hybrid to escape the routine...Thanks to the new Plug-In Hybrid Q4 engine, the Alfa Romeo Tonale provides the utmost in efficiency and sustainability, as the electrification systems have been designed keeping the brand in mind. The 280hp Plug-In Hybrid Q4 system is the best in terms of performance and battery life. The advanced hybrid system combines a 180 hp 1.3-litre MultiAir supercharged 4-cylinder engine, coupled with a 6-speed automatic transmission, which provides front-axle drive, with an electric motor capable of delivering 90 kW of maximum peak power. and 250 Nm of torque to the rear axle. The 306 Volt, 15.5 kWh lithium-ion battery allows an electric range of over 80 km in the urban cycle and over 600 km of total range, making the Tonale Plug-In Hybrid Q4 one of the most efficient plug-in hybrid SUVs. in. It's also excellent in terms of sustainability thanks to the new hybrid engine that is capable of reducing CO2 emissions to 26 g/km, lowering total range emissions by 40%. 

A reduction in fuel consumption was also achieved, which is now 87.7 km/l in the WLTP cycle. Furthermore, in order to provide maximum efficiency, it takes less than 2.5 hours to fully recharge the battery when using the 7.4 kW on-board charger.

Equipped with a Q4 all-wheel drive system - front-wheel drive is provided by the internal combustion engine and rear-wheel drive by the electric motor - the Tonale Plug-In Hybrid Q4 provides the driving pleasure of the Alfa Romeo brand, ensuring the best agility, lightness and class driving dynamics.

Finally, the Tonale Plug-In Hybrid Q4 combines efficiency and sustainability with superior sportiness. Its 280 hp total power puts it at the top of the segment, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.2 seconds, being able to reach 135 km/h in all-electric mode and 206 km/h in hybrid mode. The feeling of power experienced when accelerating is reinforced by the e-AWD system: the instantaneous application of 100% of the available torque from the electric motor makes the rear axle respond as soon as the accelerator pedal is pressed.

Software and connectivity for a superior onboard experience...Superior software and connectivity are provided to deliver the brand's driving pleasure while ensuring a comfortable and constantly connected experience.

The brand new built-in infotainment system is standard and offers content, features and services that are constantly updated through its customizable Android operating system and 4G connectivity with ‘Over The Air’ (OTA) updates. Thanks to high-resolution screens whose combined size is 22.5 inches - a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster and 10.25-inch main touch unit - and best-in-class human-machine interface, the Tonale Plug-In Hybrid Q4 ensures an easy-to-use, intuitive and immersive connectivity. 

For a smartphone-like experience, the sophisticated multitasking interface allows drivers to keep all the necessary information within easy reach without having to take them off the road. The panel of the Tonale Plug-In Hybrid Q4 includes ad-hoc updates such as the electrified Biscione at the bottom of the right dial that changes color according to the state of the electric motor (off, on, on and charging) and provides all related information. with power and charging.

New features designed to improve the efficiency of the Tonale Plug-In...In the Tonale Plug-In Hybrid Q4, the Alfa D.N.A. has become a symbol of sporting efficiency as it incorporates all the brand's traditional sporting elements into an extremely sustainable car. The features of D.N.A. have been redefined with the vehicle's specifications in mind, increasing its efficiency and performance. In fact, it is possible to manage the Q4 traction and electronic controls, coordinate the action of the engine and transmission, as well as modify the sensitivity of the commands, all in a single selector. This refined calibration system allows the driver to stay focused on driving without causing distraction by having to manage multiple controls.

In particular, the 'Dynamic' mode is designed to take full advantage of the vehicle's performance with specific throttle calibration, transmission management and stability controls that combine with a more direct steering response. 'Natural' mode sets the hybrid drive to all-wheel drive to optimize performance. The use of the internal combustion engine and the electric motor is managed automatically and allows for energy and fuel savings without sacrificing performance. Finally, the 'Advance Efficiency' mode has been calibrated for maximum energy efficiency in the all-electric driving mode. It is the ideal driving mode for trips to urban centres, as it allows you to fully respect traffic and emission limitations.

In particular, when you take your foot off the accelerator, the car continues to progress in Sailing mode. On the other hand, on descents, the new eCoasting Descent Control is activated to maintain a constant speed of 50 km/h (adjustable by lightly pressing the accelerator or brake).

The numerous 'EV Features' on the Tonale Plug-In Hybrid Q4 ensure an even more efficient and relaxing driving experience. Specifically, E-Save allows you to recharge or maintain the battery level when the internal combustion engine is running; the regenerative braking system makes it possible to recover energy during the deceleration and braking phases, storing it in the battery pack; and finally, when activating the E-Coasting, energy recovery occurs even when slowing down with your foot off the brake pedal.

EV Features can be controlled by the driver through specific screens in the instrument cluster.

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