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Alpine A290 vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Ford Explorer EV?

Alpine A290 vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

Alpine A290

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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:

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 is barely cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,029 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is barely more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Alpine A290. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers markedly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 222 km more than the Alpine A290.

Explorer EV

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 Ford Explorer EV offers noticeably 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 Explorer EV is markedly 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 Explorer EV delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 Nm more.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Alpine A290 is markedly lighter – 1,554 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 442 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers clearly more boot space – 472 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 146 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries visibly more – 585 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 189 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV 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.

from £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 417 - 602 km
Alpine A290
Ford Explorer EV

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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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Ford Explorer EV

The Ford Explorer EV translates the familiar big‑American SUV presence into whisper‑quiet electric motoring, offering roomy seating and a tech‑forward cabin that will please families and road‑trippers alike. It drives with more composure than its boxy looks suggest, blending a comfortable ride and eager acceleration while undercutting the guilt of gas stops — a practical, modern alternative for buyers who want Explorer space with electric charm.

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Alpine A290
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
3,990 mm
Length
-
Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
1,520 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,106 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
396 kg
Payload
531 - 585 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
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Ford
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