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Alpine A290 vs Genesis GV70 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 59,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Genesis GV70?

Alpine A290 vs Genesis GV70: Key differences

Alpine A290

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Genesis GV70

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly 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.

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

A290

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Alpine A290 is clearly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Genesis GV70 costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,014 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Alpine A290 is visibly more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 19.4 kWh/100km for the Genesis GV70. That’s a difference of about 3.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Genesis GV70 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 99 km more than the Alpine A290.

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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 Genesis GV70 offers considerably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 272 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV70 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV70 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 400 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 substantially lighter – 1,554 kg compared to 2,335 kg. The difference is around 781 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV70 offers clearly more boot space – 503 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 177 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV70 carries visibly more – 515 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV70 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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Genesis GV70

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 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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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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Genesis GV70

The Genesis GV70 pairs coupe-like styling with a sumptuous, high-quality interior that feels more like a bespoke lounge than a typical compact crossover. It drives with composure and poise, offering a supremely comfortable daily companion that quietly challenges established luxury names while giving buyers plenty of premium kit for the money.

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Alpine A290
Genesis GV70

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
59,200 - 64,500 £
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
19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
479 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
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Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
2,335 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
503 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,910 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
515 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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