Kia Sportage PHEV AWD vs Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 6.2 s Runner-up: 8.2 s
Range winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 70 km Runner-up: 69 km
Power winner Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 280 hp Runner-up: 265 hp
Cargo winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 540 L Runner-up: 422 L
Price winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD $39,990 Runner-up: $43,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 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. 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 8.2 seconds for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD. 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 has the higher listed output at 280 hp; 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is rated at 265 hp, a difference of 15 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 at 520 Nm and 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD at 350 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

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD carries the longer listed range at 70 km, against 69 km for 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the lower recorded consumption at 1.6 L/100km; 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 is listed at 2.1 L/100km. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 50 kW, compared with 32 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

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 540 litres versus 422 litres, a difference of 118 litres. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD carries the higher towing rating at 1,350 kg, while 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 is listed at 1,200 kg. 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 is 13 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

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the lower listed starting price at $39,990, compared with $43,500 for 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 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 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q42025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.2 s6.2 s
Top Speed180 km/h206 km/h
Power265 hp280 hp
Torque350 Nm520 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range70 km69 km
Battery13.8 kWh15.5 kWh
Fuel Tank54 L42 L
Efficiency1.6 L/100km2.1 L/100km
CO2 Emissions36 g/km48 g/km
DC Charging50 kW32 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,515 mm4,528 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm192 mm
Cargo540 L422 L
Curb Weight1,870 kg1,780 kg
Towing1,350 kg1,200 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$39,990$43,500

Kia Sportage PHEV AWD vs Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.2 seconds, versus 8.2 seconds for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 has the higher listed top speed at 206 km/h (128 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 has more power at 280 hp, a 15 hp advantage over 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD.

Which has more range, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the longer listed range at 70 km (43 miles), versus 69 km (43 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 has the larger listed battery at 15.5 kWh, compared with 13.8 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has more listed cargo space at 540 litres (19.1 cu ft), versus 422 litres (14.9 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,350 kg (2,976 lb), compared with 1,200 kg (2,646 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is heavier at 1,870 kg (4,123 lb), while 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 is listed at 1,780 kg (3,924 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $39,990 USD, compared with $43,500 USD for 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 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.