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Alpine A290 vs Ford Capri comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Ford Capri?

Alpine A290 vs Ford Capri: Key differences

Alpine A290

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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Ford Capri

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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:

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

Alpine A290 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Ford Capri costs 36,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,171 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Capri is moderately more efficient: consuming 13.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Alpine A290. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Capri offers markedly more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 247 km more than the Alpine A290.

Capri

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 Ford Capri offers visibly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Capri is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.4 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Capri delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 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 visibly lighter – 1,554 kg compared to 2,001 kg. The difference is around 447 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Capri offers significantly more boot space – 572 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 246 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Capri carries visibly more – 587 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 191 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Capri is decisively 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.

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Capri

Ford Capri

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 439 - 627 km
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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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Florian
28 Oct 2025, 15:19:26

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
36,300 - 51,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
439 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
2,001 - 2,206 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
572 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
396 kg
Payload
539 - 587 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Ford
Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

The Alpine A290 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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