2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale vs. 2025 Mazda CX-90 Review

Picture of the 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale

2024 Alfa Romeo
Tonale

MSRP*: $43,845 to $48,840
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-90

2025 Mazda
CX-90

MSRP*: $37,845 to $56,450
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MPG - City Info not available 23 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 50.5 ft3 74.2 - 75.2 ft3
Engine
  • 285-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 280-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 340-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 285 hp 280 - 340 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 3,500 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 178.3 in 201.6 in
Exterior Width 72.4 in 77.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 38.8 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 39.2 - 39.7 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda CX-90 than in the Alfa Romeo Tonale, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Alfa Romeo Tonale and the Mazda CX-90.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Alfa Romeo Tonale or the Mazda CX-90, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Alfa Romeo Tonale is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-90, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Alfa Romeo Tonale, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-90.

Handling
The Alfa Romeo Tonale has a smaller turning radius than the Mazda CX-90, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mazda CX-90 is clearly the choice over the Alfa Romeo Tonale for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Alfa Romeo Tonale and the Mazda CX-90.

Powertrain
The Alfa Romeo Tonale has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-90, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Alfa Romeo Tonale has less seating than the Mazda CX-90, making the Mazda CX-90 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Alfa Romeo Tonale has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mazda CX-90.