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Alpine A290

Hatchback2025+

Alpine A290 GT +

The compact Alpine A290 GT + suits city parking and narrow streets. Compare its dimensions, range and charging details to see how it fits your everyday journeys.

What owners say: Excellent handling and grip with composed ride quality that balances tautness and plushness, earning praise as fun and engaging to drive. Winter range disappointment with only 100 miles observed in cold conditions versus 180-230 miles in summer, creating significant seasonal variation.

MSRP

£33,995

£30,245 after £3,750 grantUK EV Grant 2026

Range

234 mi

Battery

52kWh

Charge

100kW

Alpine A290

Specifications

Dimensions

Length4.00m (3997mm)
Width1.82m (1823mm)
Width (inc. mirrors)2.02m (2020mm)
Height1.51m (1512mm)
Wheelbase2.53m (2534mm)

EVcarsguide Scores

Ranked against similar EVs

5
/10 avg
City driving
Very good7.9
Family friendly
Good5.9
Charging speed
Good5.5
Value for money
Average4.5

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What the Critics Say

7.9/10

6 reviews

4.1/5ParkersRead review from Parkers (opens in new tab)
4/5AutocarRead review from Autocar (opens in new tab)
4/5Auto ExpressRead review from Auto Express (opens in new tab)
8/10Electrifying.comRead review from Electrifying.com (opens in new tab)
4/5DrivingElectricRead review from DrivingElectric (opens in new tab)
7/10Top GearRead review from Top Gear (opens in new tab)

Euro NCAP Safety

Tested 2025

Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)

What Owners Say

Positive

Owners Love

  • Excellent handling and grip with composed ride quality that balances tautness and plushness, earning praise as fun and engaging to drive
  • Stylish, distinctive design with purposeful aesthetic details that attracts significant public attention and admiration
  • Strong braking performance with firm pedal feel and quality Brembo calipers delivering confidence

Watch Out For

  • Winter range disappointment with only 100 miles observed in cold conditions versus 180-230 miles in summer, creating significant seasonal variation
  • Limited rear legroom and cramped back seats unsuitable for regular passenger use, sacrificed for boot capacity
  • Laggy and jolty instrument cluster displays that lack responsiveness during mode transitions

Owner Tips

  • Use Sport mode for best driving feel; the car feels noticeably less engaging in standard modes without extra steering weight
  • Apply door sill protection film immediately upon delivery to prevent cosmetic damage from regular entry and exit
  • For winter commutes, plan realistically around 100-mile range in cold weather; the A290 excels for short daily routes under this distance

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Size Overview

Alpine A290
4.00m
1.51m

Length

4.00m

Width

1.82m

Height

1.51m

Size category: City Car

Battery Health Estimator

Estimated condition if buying used

95%
est. battery health
2 years old
New12 yrs
State of Health (SoH)Excellent
50%100%
Summer range
189 mi
304 km · WLTP 234 mi
Winter range
140 mi
225 km · WLTP 234 mi
Est. useable capacity44.5 kWh/ 47 kWh new
Moderate confidence

NMC chemistry - good longevity with proper charging habits

Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery - best charged to 80–90%

Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage.

Detailed degradation forecast

After 3 years, the Alpine A290 GT + is estimated to retain around 93.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 186 miles in summer and 137 miles in winter. After 5 years, the Alpine A290 GT + is estimated to retain around 89.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 178 miles in summer and 132 miles in winter. After 8 years, the Alpine A290 GT + is estimated to retain around 84.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 168 miles in summer and 124 miles in winter. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.

Estimates based on battery chemistry, age, and real-world driving data. Actual results vary with charging habits, climate, and usage patterns.

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What should a lease on this car cost?

Company-car tax (BiK)

2026-27 · 4% band

P11D value£33,995
Basic (20%)£23/mo
Higher (40%)£45/mo
Additional (45%)£51/mo

Via salary sacrifice at an estimated £496/mo gross, a 40% taxpayer on £70,000 pays about £333/mo all-in (net lease + BiK).

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