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Alpine A290 vs Fiat 500 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 118 HP), boot space and price (33200 £ vs 17100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Fiat 500?

Alpine A290

5 (1 Reviews)
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Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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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.

Fiat 500 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16037 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Fiat 500: with 13 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Alpine A290 with 15.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.80 kWh.

As for electric range, the Alpine A290 performs a bit better – achieving up to 380 km, about 49 km more than the Fiat 500.

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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 Alpine A290 has a decisively edge – offering 218 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A290 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Alpine A290 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 170 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Alpine A290 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 300 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Alpine A290 offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat 500 is noticeable lighter – 1130 kg compared to 1554 kg. The difference is around 424 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Alpine A290 offers convincingly more room – 326 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A290 performs convincingly better – up to 1106 L, which is about 556 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, Alpine A290 slightly takes the win – 396 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Alpine A290 is clearly superior overall 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.

Alpine A290
Fiat 500

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A290

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

Alpine A290

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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Alpine A290
Fiat 500

Costs and Consumption

Price
33200 - 39600 £
Price
17100 - 30800 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 4
Curb weight
1554 kg
Curb weight
1130 - 1475 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Length
3990 mm
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Width
1820 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Height
1520 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Payload
396 kg
Payload
250 - 325 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Fiat
Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.