Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive vs Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive 4.9 s Runner-up: 6.2 s
Power winner Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive 333 hp Runner-up: 280 hp
Cargo winner Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 422 L Runner-up: 420 L
Price winner Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 $43,500 Runner-up: $44,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive against the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a petrol powertrain and the other a plug-in hybrid system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.9 seconds, compared with 6.2 seconds for 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4. 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has the higher listed output at 333 hp; 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 is rated at 280 hp, a difference of 53 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 at 520 Nm and 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive at 420 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

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 422 litres versus 420 litres, a difference of 2 litres. 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive carries the higher towing rating at 1,800 kg, while 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 is listed at 1,200 kg. 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 is 78 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 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 has the lower listed starting price at $43,500, compared with $44,900 for 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive. 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. 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 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q42025
Performance
0-100 km/h4.9 s6.2 s
Top Speed250 km/h206 km/h
Power333 hp280 hp
Torque420 Nm520 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range69 km
Battery15.5 kWh
Fuel Tank55 L42 L
Efficiency8.2 L/100km2.1 L/100km
CO2 Emissions187 g/km48 g/km
DC Charging32 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,450 mm4,528 mm
Ground Clearance168 mm192 mm
Cargo420 L422 L
Curb Weight1,570 kg1,780 kg
Towing1,800 kg1,200 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.0 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$44,900$43,500

Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive vs Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.9 seconds, versus 6.2 seconds for 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 206 km/h (128 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has more power at 333 hp, a 53 hp advantage over 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 has more listed cargo space at 422 litres (14.9 cu ft), versus 420 litres (14.8 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,800 kg (3,968 lb), compared with 1,200 kg (2,646 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 is heavier at 1,780 kg (3,924 lb), while 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive is listed at 1,570 kg (3,461 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $43,500 USD, compared with $44,900 USD for 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.