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Alpine A290 vs Bentley Continental Coupe – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Alpine A290 or Bentley Continental Coupe fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Alpine A290 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £, while the Bentley Continental Coupe costs 192900 £. That’s a price difference of around 159771 £.

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Bentley Continental Coupe has a decisively edge – offering 549 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 331 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Continental Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.40 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Bentley Continental Coupe performs significantly better – reaching 318 km/h, while the Alpine A290 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 148 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Bentley Continental Coupe pulls significantly stronger with 770 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Alpine A290 offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Alpine A290 is significantly lighter – 1479 kg compared to 2165 kg. The difference is around 686 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Bentley Continental Coupe offers hardly perceptible more room – 358 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

When it comes to payload, Bentley Continental Coupe barely noticeable takes the win – 475 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Alpine A290 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £33,200
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Alpine A290

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 177 - 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 - 16.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 364 - 380 km
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Alpine A290

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The Alpine A290 embodies a thrilling blend of modern design and exhilarating performance, capturing the spirit of the brand's racing heritage. With its agile handling and responsive drive, this compact vehicle promises an engaging experience both on the road and the track. Inside, it features a driver-focused cockpit that seamlessly integrates technology and comfort, making every journey an adventure.

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Bentley Continental Coupe

The Bentley Continental Coupe is the epitome of British luxury, combining timeless elegance with cutting-edge performance. Its handcrafted interior offers unrivalled comfort, featuring the finest materials and meticulous attention to detail. On the road, the Continental Coupe delivers a smooth yet thrilling driving experience, embodying the perfect blend of power and sophistication.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33200 - 39600 £
Price
192900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1479 kg
Curb weight
2165 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
358 L
Length
3997 mm
Length
4850 mm
Width
1823 mm
Width
1966 mm
Height
1512 mm
Height
1405 mm
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
471 kg
Payload
475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
549 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
318 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
404 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Bentley

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Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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