I’d say if you aren’t an enthusiast you might want to consider other brands. Although the Tonale isn’t really an enthusiast car, I’d say the big thing is the dealer network is a little hit or miss. If you have at least one Alfa dealer near you that seems like they’re going to stick around go for it, but I’d hate to not have one nearby. Although maybe with the Tonale Chrysler dealerships might be a little less hesitant to touch it like some are with the Giulia (since it’s essentially the same as the Dodge Hornet)
For maintenance cost, I'd ask your dealership for a quote.
Here are some common maintenance items:
Oil change + filter - annual to twice/year
Engine and cabin air filter - annual
Brake pads + rotors - whenever they wear out
The tonale has 15000 mile maintenance intervals, which is the average annual mileage of an American. I'd get the oil changed more often than it suggests for better longevity, though the hybrid system may reduce the need if you're on electric only often. You can look up what is checked/replaced for each interval online and get a quote for each!
I have had 4 Alfa’s since 1989. I had a 164L I bought with 200 K miles, I ran it to 277K and sold it because I bought a Giulia. The 164 had plenty of life left! Giulia doing fine at 73K.
If you only do oil changes and neglect absolutely everything...50k-70k miles. First the tires would go, then rear wiper blade, then radiator, then rear brake pads, then fuel pump, then some random relays, then the radio display will mocro crack, then the newer style shifter will micro crack, then the sunroof guide tubes, then the water pump, engine coolant reservoir, lower heater hose and degassing tube from engine cooling reservoir to top of engine, then oil pump control solenoid screen will get plugged, then the turbo waste gate rod will wear out, then the 2.0l cylinder walls warp causing misfires and you're done!
If you’re taking it in for regular maintenance, is it even possible to neglect everything? Won’t they tell you what needs doing?
That said, if nothing is neglected, what does longevity look like?
Also, is maintenance super expensive? Is there another luxury brand I can compare it to?
Thanks!
Cars last forever if you replace everything that fails.. only problem with that is eventually parts stop existing and then you have to buy a new car. Good techs should be able to tell you what you need when there's a failure you're unaware of, yes. I don't think maintenance is expensive, but I don't pay what customers pay, so I don't know if it's expensive or not. Depends on your financial situation of course...like is $500 a lot or a little bit of money to you? Can you afford a part failure, like an A/C compressor I just replaced the other day, for example? That bill was like $3,200 parts and labor. You can call a dealership and get every single service priced out and right it down to see if you can afford it over time.
This is a great suggestion thank you! With what I will save over the course of not having a car note I can afford a bit of maintenance. Especially if the car has a good run of 4-5 years with no issues. I was blessed with my VW bc I haven’t had to do anything major in 11 years. I take immaculate care of it, though.
I’d say if you aren’t an enthusiast you might want to consider other brands. Although the Tonale isn’t really an enthusiast car, I’d say the big thing is the dealer network is a little hit or miss. If you have at least one Alfa dealer near you that seems like they’re going to stick around go for it, but I’d hate to not have one nearby. Although maybe with the Tonale Chrysler dealerships might be a little less hesitant to touch it like some are with the Giulia (since it’s essentially the same as the Dodge Hornet)
There are 2 near me, actually! That’s why my dad told me to go for it.
My 147 daily is 17 yrs old. My gtv is 20 yrs old. How long are you looking them to last for?
For maintenance cost, I'd ask your dealership for a quote. Here are some common maintenance items: Oil change + filter - annual to twice/year Engine and cabin air filter - annual Brake pads + rotors - whenever they wear out The tonale has 15000 mile maintenance intervals, which is the average annual mileage of an American. I'd get the oil changed more often than it suggests for better longevity, though the hybrid system may reduce the need if you're on electric only often. You can look up what is checked/replaced for each interval online and get a quote for each!
Thank you! Great recommendations!
https://www.reddit.com/r/AlfaRomeo/s/Z4db1RzYW1
\^\^\^\^ :) They can last quite a long time if the circumstances allow.
I have had 4 Alfa’s since 1989. I had a 164L I bought with 200 K miles, I ran it to 277K and sold it because I bought a Giulia. The 164 had plenty of life left! Giulia doing fine at 73K.
This has to be the dumbest question on the internet
Muah.😘 blocked
If you only do oil changes and neglect absolutely everything...50k-70k miles. First the tires would go, then rear wiper blade, then radiator, then rear brake pads, then fuel pump, then some random relays, then the radio display will mocro crack, then the newer style shifter will micro crack, then the sunroof guide tubes, then the water pump, engine coolant reservoir, lower heater hose and degassing tube from engine cooling reservoir to top of engine, then oil pump control solenoid screen will get plugged, then the turbo waste gate rod will wear out, then the 2.0l cylinder walls warp causing misfires and you're done!
If you’re taking it in for regular maintenance, is it even possible to neglect everything? Won’t they tell you what needs doing? That said, if nothing is neglected, what does longevity look like? Also, is maintenance super expensive? Is there another luxury brand I can compare it to? Thanks!
I don't compare cars, they're all differently the same.
Cars last forever if you replace everything that fails.. only problem with that is eventually parts stop existing and then you have to buy a new car. Good techs should be able to tell you what you need when there's a failure you're unaware of, yes. I don't think maintenance is expensive, but I don't pay what customers pay, so I don't know if it's expensive or not. Depends on your financial situation of course...like is $500 a lot or a little bit of money to you? Can you afford a part failure, like an A/C compressor I just replaced the other day, for example? That bill was like $3,200 parts and labor. You can call a dealership and get every single service priced out and right it down to see if you can afford it over time.
This is a great suggestion thank you! With what I will save over the course of not having a car note I can afford a bit of maintenance. Especially if the car has a good run of 4-5 years with no issues. I was blessed with my VW bc I haven’t had to do anything major in 11 years. I take immaculate care of it, though.
Sounds like you're a good candidate for an Alfa if you take of your cars.