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Alpine A290 vs Audi A4 Limousine comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 35,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Audi A4 Limousine?

Alpine A290 vs Audi A4 Limousine: Key differences

Alpine A290

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
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Audi A4 Limousine

  • somewhat more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A290

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Alpine A290 is marginally cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Audi A4 Limousine costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,657 £.

A4 Limousine

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A4 Limousine offers somewhat more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Limousine is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.4 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Limousine delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Limousine is marginally lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,554 kg. The difference is around 9 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A4 Limousine offers noticeably more boot space – 460 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 134 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Limousine carries clearly more – 540 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 144 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A4 Limousine comes out modestly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £35,800
A4 Limousine

Audi A4 Limousine

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
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Alpine A290

The Alpine A290 brings Alpine's racing-bred spirit to the road with taut handling, razor-sharp steering and a compact, cheeky silhouette that's impossible to ignore. It's a car for drivers who want pure fun rather than family practicality — a playful, stylish pocket rocket that makes every back road feel like a racetrack and hands out smiles with the key.

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Reviews Alpine A290

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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Emin Molu
17 Apr 2026, 21:05:51

excellent handling, excellent damping, excellent noise supression, excellent design.fantastic fun to drive.

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The Audi A4 is a polished, grown-up sedan that blends restraint with a subtle dose of sportiness, making it an easy choice for commuters and company car buyers alike. Inside it's all refined materials and sensible design, while the driving experience balances comfort and composure — clever, competent and quietly smug in the best possible way.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
121 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
4
Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
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Length
4,762 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,847 mm
Height
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Height
1,428 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
396 kg
Payload
490 - 540 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Audi
Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

The Alpine A290 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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