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Alpine A290 vs BMW 8 Series Coupé comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 90,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or BMW 8 Series Coupé?

Alpine A290 vs BMW 8 Series Coupé: Key differences

Alpine A290

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  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space

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

A290

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Alpine A290 is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,829 £.

8 Series Coupé

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 BMW 8 Series Coupé offers substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 407 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.4 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Alpine A290 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 450 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, Alpine A290 is somewhat lighter – 1,554 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 251 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers markedly more boot space – 440 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 114 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries visibly more – 545 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 149 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Coupé stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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8 Series Coupé

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 333 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.7 - 11.5 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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The BMW 8 Series Coupé blends elegant, low-slung coupé looks with a purposeful, athletic stance that hints at both comfort and serious driving fun. Inside it feels indulgent and driver-focused, the sort of car that turns motorway miles into a breeze while quietly daring you to chase a twisty back road — and yes, it photographs magnificently.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
176 - 263 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
2 - 4
Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Length
3,990 mm
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Height
1,520 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,106 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
396 kg
Payload
370 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Alpine
Brand
BMW
Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

The Alpine A290 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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