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Alpine A290 vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Genesis GV80?

Alpine A290 vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Alpine A290

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  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter

Genesis GV80

  • visibly more power
  • considerably more trunk space

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 GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,211 £.

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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 Genesis GV80 offers visibly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A290 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Genesis GV80 takes 6.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis GV80 is markedly faster – reaching 237 km/h, while the Alpine A290 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers clearly more torque with 588 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 288 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.

Seats: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Alpine A290 is noticeably lighter – 1,554 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 601 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers considerably more boot space – 735 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 409 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Genesis GV80 offers significantly more capacity – up to 2,152 L, about 1,046 L more than the Alpine A290.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries substantially more – 690 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 294 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV80 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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GV80

Genesis GV80

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 304 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
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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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The Genesis GV80 feels like a boutique hotel on wheels, with striking looks and an interior that wraps you in plush materials and thoughtful details. It pairs a serenely composed ride with clever tech, making it the kind of luxury SUV that lets you enjoy the good life without shouting about the badge.

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Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 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
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
3,990 mm
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
1,520 mm
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,106 L
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
396 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
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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