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Alpine A290 vs Chevrolet Corvette Coupe – Which car suits you better?

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

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Alpine A290 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £, while the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe costs 92500 £. That’s a price difference of around 59314 £.

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 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 462 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.70 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.40 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe performs decisively better – reaching 304 km/h, while the Alpine A290 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 134 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Chevrolet Corvette Coupe pulls clearly stronger with 806 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 506 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Alpine A290 offers convincingly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Alpine A290 is to a small extent lighter – 1479 kg compared to 1730 kg. The difference is around 251 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe offers barely noticeable more room – 357 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.

When it comes to payload, Alpine A290 significantly takes the win – 471 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 221 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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.

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Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 482 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 12.6 - 16.5 L
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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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Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

The Chevrolet Corvette Coupe exudes a bold and muscular design that captivates onlookers, perfectly blending classic sports car aesthetics with modern sophistication. Its high-performance capabilities ensure exhilarating drives, thanks to its powerful engine and precision handling. Inside, the cabin offers a driver-focused experience with cutting-edge technology and luxurious materials, creating an environment that complements its dynamic performance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33200 - 39600 £
Price
92500 - 156300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12.6 - 16.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
289 - 377 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1479 kg
Curb weight
1730 - 1907 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
355 - 357 L
Length
3997 mm
Length
4634 - 4734 mm
Width
1823 mm
Width
1934 - 2025 mm
Height
1512 mm
Height
1235 - 1237 mm
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
471 kg
Payload
193 - 250 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
482 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.7 - 3.5 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
296 - 304 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
613 - 806 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
354 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
5460 - 6162 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Chevrolet

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Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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