The long-awaited Alfa Romeo Tonale has been revealed, bringing electric powertrains and being the first car in the world to be equipped with a digital NFT certificate.
Alfa Romeo Tonale is an electrified crossover that will lead the Alfa Romeo brand into a new electric era. To the relief of the vast majority, especially the ardent supporters of the Italian brand, the production model remained faithful to the concept idea. The front and rear lights display a unique light signature, while the traditional shield-shaped grille is not to be overlooked at the front.
The interior draws its inspiration from the rich sporting history of the Alfa Romeo brand. It is oriented towards the driver and at the same time takes care of the comfort of the passengers. We already have the Tonale model available as standard equipment 12.3-inch digital gauges and 10.25-inch screen for the needs of the infotainment system. We will easily connect the new Alfa to the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto systems, and there will also be no problems with the Amazon assistant Alexa.
With the help of electrification, Alfa Romeo is redefining the sportiness of the 21st century. The Alfa Romeo Tonale will be electrified in two levels, as a mild hybrid and as a plug-in hybrid. The mild hybrid is completely new 1.5 liter engine that will have 130, respectively 160 horsepower. In both cases, the drive will be sent to the front wheel pair, and it will be available for shifting 7-speed dual clutch automatic transmission. 48-volt electric motor with 15 kW of power will be able to drive the wheels even when the internal combustion engine is turned off. This will enable starting, maneuvering when parking and so-called ``sailing'' to take place using only electricity.
The best of the range will be the plug-in hybrid, which will have 275 horsepower. The plug-in hybrid Q4 combines 1.3 liter A MultiAir turbo gasoline engine driving the front wheels and an electric motor mounted on the rear wheels. The electric motor draws energy from a battery with a capacity 15.5 kWh and from 0 to 100 km/h shoots in 6.2 seconds. The Tonale Q4 represents one of the more efficient hybrids in its class and can transport between with a full battery 80 and 60 kilometers a long way. When charging with power 7.4 kW the battery will be full after two and a half hours.
Alfa Romeo Tonale is the first car in the world that will have upon purchase digital certificate NFT (non-fungible token). The technology is based on the concept of ʺblockchain cardʺ. The NFT certificate will contain information about the car, but this alone will represent an additional means of proving maintenance by the seller and offer additional security to the buyer of a used car.
