Compare two new cars by price, estimated monthly payment, fuel economy, and other specifications. Data comes from the CarPayCheck.com catalog and uses your selected financing terms.
| MDX | Tonale | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Starting price | $51,800 | $36,995 |
| Monthly payment | $602 | $430 |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Fuel economy | 21.0 mpg | 24.0 mpg |
| CO₂ emissions | 410 g/mi–475 g/mi | 377 g/mi |
| Annual maintenance cost | — | — |
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Yes, all 2023-2026 Tonale models are covered by NHTSA campaign 26V510000 for seat belt retractors. The research does not describe the exact failure mode, but a seat belt retractor defect can mean insufficient belt locking or slack in a crash, increasing injury risk. A pre-purchase check should include pulling each belt fully out and releasing it to confirm smooth retraction and locking under a sharp tug, and the dealer should complete any open recall before sale. This is a safety recall, so the remedy is free of charge at a Stellantis or Alfa Romeo dealer.
Early 2023 model year 1.3L turbo PHEV Q4 builds were targeted by a separately reported fire-risk service action, according to the research. The source does not identify the specific failing part, but the consequence could include vehicle fire and occupant risk, so it should be treated as urgent. For any 2023 PHEV Tonale, verify through a dealer using the VIN whether this service action has been completed, and have the action performed before delivery if it is still open. A factory service action of this type is normally completed free of charge at a Stellantis dealership.
Acura MDX and Alfa Romeo Tonale suit different driving needs. The main differences below cover price, monthly payment, fuel economy, and running costs.
MDX starts at $51,800; Tonale starts at $36,995. The difference is $14,805, making Tonale about 29% cheaper before financing.
Estimated monthly payment: MDX — $602; Tonale — $430. The difference is $172 per month, with Tonale lower.
Both models use Gasoline. Fuel economy is MDX — 21.0 mpg; Tonale — 24.0 mpg. Tonale uses less energy in everyday driving.
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