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Alpine A290 vs Genesis G90 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 415 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 96,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Genesis G90?

Alpine A290 vs Genesis G90: Key differences

Alpine A290

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Genesis G90

  • significantly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly 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 substantially cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,983 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Genesis G90 offers significantly more power – delivering 415 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G90 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.4 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis G90 is clearly 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 Genesis G90 delivers significantly more torque with 549 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 249 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 clearly lighter – 1,554 kg compared to 2,260 kg. The difference is around 706 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis G90 offers slightly more boot space – 368 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G90 carries markedly more – 505 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 109 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Alpine A290 holds a decisive overall lead 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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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/100km
  • Electric Range : 364 - 380 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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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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The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
368 L
Length
3,990 mm
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
1,520 mm
Height
1,490 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,106 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
396 kg
Payload
370 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
415 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
549 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
305 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
3,470 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Genesis
Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

The Alpine A290 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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