What's New For the 2025 Alfa Romeo PHEV Lineup?

Alfa Romeo is embracing a new era of electrification, which started last year in Canada. The Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV, currently the brand's sole plug-in hybrid option, stands at the front of this transition. This evolution is part of Alfa Romeo's broader strategy to electrify its entire lineup by 2027, ensuring an electric option for every model. As Alfa Romeo ventures into this new territory, the Tonale PHEV offers a glimpse of what's to come, with exciting new electric vehicles already on the horizon.

Spotlight on the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV

The Tonale PHEV exemplifies Alfa Romeo’s guarantee to maintain its iconic Italian design while incorporating cutting-edge electrification technology. Compact and stylish, the Tonale’s design pays homage to Alfa Romeo’s rich heritage, with elements like the "GT Line" that harks back to the 1960s Giulia GT Junior. The front of the vehicle features the distinctive Trilobo grille and the Alfa Romeo "Scudetto" shield, creating a striking visual identity that is unmistakably Alfa Romeo. The car’s "3+3" LED headlights, inspired by the SZ Zagato and Proteo concept cars, not only enhance the vehicle’s aesthetics but also improve visibility with advanced lighting technology.

Under the hood, the Tonale PHEV is powered by a sophisticated plug-in hybrid system that combines a 1.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine with a 90 kW electric motor. This setup delivers an impressive 285 horsepower and 347 lb.-ft. of torque, providing ample power for dynamic driving. The 15.5-kWh lithium-ion battery offers a pure electric range of over 48 kilometres, making it a practical choice for daily commutes. The Tonale also features Alfa Romeo’s DNA driving modes, allowing drivers to switch between Dual Power/Dynamic, Natural, and Advanced Efficiency modes depending on their driving needs.

The technology in the Tonale PHEV is equally impressive. The Uconnect 5 infotainment system, displayed on a 10.25-inch centre touchscreen, offers a highly customizable user experience. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration come standard, and the system includes an innovative NFT digital certificate that tracks the vehicle's life cycle, adding value in the resale market. Alexa integration further enhances the vehicle’s connectivity, allowing drivers to control smart home devices and access information using natural voice commands.

Safety is another area where the Tonale PHEV excels. The vehicle is equipped with a range of advanced driver-assistance systems, including Level 2 autonomous driving features. These systems, such as Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Centering, provide a safer and more comfortable driving experience without compromising the driver’s control. Additional safety features include Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross Path Detection, and Automatic Emergency Braking with pedestrian detection, making the Tonale PHEV a well-rounded choice for safety-conscious buyers.

Looking Ahead: Upcoming Electric Models

Alfa Romeo’s promise to electrification doesn’t stop with the Tonale PHEV. The brand is already preparing to expand its electric vehicle lineup with two exciting new models. An electric version of the Stelvio SUV is expected to launch in the second half of 2025, followed by an electric Giulia sedan in 2026. Both models will be built on Stellantis’ STLA Large platform, which supports both electric and hybrid powertrains, ensuring that Alfa Romeo’s upcoming electric vehicles will deliver the performance and driving experience that the brand is known for.

These new models represent the next step in Alfa Romeo’s plan to offer an electric option for every model by 2027. The electric Stelvio and Giulia will cater to drivers who want the same luxury and sportiness of Alfa Romeo’s traditional models, but with the benefits of zero-emission driving.