Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 vs Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 6.2 s Runner-up: 7.5 s
Range winner Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 69 km Runner-up: 55 km
Power winner Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 280 hp Runner-up: 225 hp
Cargo winner Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 460 L Runner-up: 422 L
Price winner Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 $41,800 Runner-up: $43,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 against the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use plug-in hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.2 seconds, compared with 7.5 seconds for 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 has the higher listed output at 280 hp; 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is rated at 225 hp, a difference of 55 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 at 520 Nm and 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 at 360 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 carries the longer listed range at 69 km, against 55 km for 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the lower recorded consumption at 1.5 L/100km; 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 is listed at 2.1 L/100km. 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 32 kW, compared with 24 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 460 litres versus 422 litres, a difference of 38 litres. 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 carries the higher towing rating at 1,250 kg, while 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 is listed at 1,200 kg. 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 is 28 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the lower listed starting price at $41,800, compared with $43,500 for 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q42025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 2252025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.2 s7.5 s
Top Speed206 km/h225 km/h
Power280 hp225 hp
Torque520 Nm360 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range69 km55 km
Battery15.5 kWh13.2 kWh
Fuel Tank42 L43 L
Efficiency2.1 L/100km1.5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions48 g/km33 g/km
DC Charging32 kW24 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,528 mm4,500 mm
Ground Clearance192 mm190 mm
Cargo422 L460 L
Curb Weight1,780 kg1,830 kg
Towing1,200 kg1,250 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m11.3 m
Starting MSRP$43,500$41,800

Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 vs Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.2 seconds, versus 7.5 seconds for 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the higher listed top speed at 225 km/h (140 mph), compared with 206 km/h (128 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 has more power at 280 hp, a 55 hp advantage over 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225.

Which has more range, the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 has the longer listed range at 69 km (43 miles), versus 55 km (34 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 has the larger listed battery at 15.5 kWh, compared with 13.2 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has more listed cargo space at 460 litres (16.2 cu ft), versus 422 litres (14.9 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,250 kg (2,756 lb), compared with 1,200 kg (2,646 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is heavier at 1,830 kg (4,034 lb), while 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 is listed at 1,780 kg (3,924 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $41,800 USD, compared with $43,500 USD for 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.