Alfa Romeo Tonale 965
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
131–180 PS
1.3L PHEV Benzin
PHEV 280hp: Strong on Paper
DecentEngine Overview
The Alfa Romeo Tonale 965 is available with 3 engine variants — from 131 to 180 hp. 2 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Alfa Romeo 1.6 Diesel (Diesel, 131 PS) has the 46346020 (1.6L Diesel) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Alfa Romeo 1.5 MHEV (Benziner Mild-Hybrid, 131–163 PS) comes with 2 different engines: 46347696 (2022–2024, Be Careful) und 46347696 (2022–2024, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.5 MHEV!
The Alfa Romeo 1.3 PHEV (Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid, 190–280 PS) comes with 2 different engines: PHEV-1332 (2022–2024, Be Careful) und PHEV-1332 (2022–2024, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.3 PHEV!
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Assistance sensors fail in bad weather Driver assistance sensors (AFS, front camera) fail in rain, sunlight and fog. A software update exists for the rain issue but only reduces the frequency. Park sensors are not recognised by the system and require a workshop visit. Symptoms: Assistance system warning lights in bad weather, park sensor failure, false warning messages from 15,000 km | Low | |
| Electric tailgate shows persistent service fault The electric tailgate repeatedly shows the fault 'Have electric tailgate serviced', even though the tailgate operates normally. Multiple workshop visits do not resolve the issue permanently. Software fault suspected. Symptoms: Warning message 'Have tailgate serviced' in instrument cluster despite fully functional tailgate from 15,000 km | Low | |
| Front camera condensation — assistance systems fail The Tonale's front camera malfunctions in rain, fog and sunlight. The automatic emergency braking system and lane keep assist fail simultaneously. Workshop diagnosis often inconclusive as the fault occurs sporadically. Software update does not always resolve it. Symptoms: Warning lights for emergency braking and lane keeping assist illuminate, camera fault in all weather conditions, AFS system unavailable from 15,000 km | Medium |
Top Reported Issues
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 26 weaknesses have been documented for the Alfa Romeo Tonale 965 (2022–2024) — 18 engine-related and 8 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Electronics, Body, Gearbox, HVAC.
Tonale (46346020, 2022–2024) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation — two chains on V6, DPF clogging on short trips, Oil cooler leaking on V6. Power: 131 PS.
Tonale (46347696, 2022–2024) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation fault code P0016, 48V belt-starter-generator defective, Turbocharger bearing wear. Power: 159–163 PS.
Tonale (46347696, 2022–2024) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation fault code P0016, 48V belt-starter-generator defective, Turbocharger bearing wear. Power: 131 PS.
Tonale (PHEV-1332, 2022–2024) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Stretch Firefly Engine, PHEV Battery Degradation — Little Data Yet, 12V Battery Parasitic Drain. Power: 180 PS.
Tonale (PHEV-1332, 2022–2024) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Stretch Firefly Engine, PHEV Battery Degradation — Little Data Yet, 12V Battery Parasitic Drain. Power: 131 PS.
What to watch out for with the Alfa Romeo Tonale? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee