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Alpine A290 vs Hyundai i30 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 24,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Hyundai i30?

Alpine A290 vs Hyundai i30: Key differences

Alpine A290

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai i30

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
  • a bit 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.

Hyundai i30 is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,614 £.

i30

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 Alpine A290 offers visibly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A290 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Alpine A290 delivers a bit more torque with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 is slightly lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,554 kg. The difference is around 239 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers a bit more boot space – 395 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 69 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries slightly more – 485 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 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.

from £33,200
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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Reviews Alpine A290

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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 Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 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
134 - 142 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
395 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
396 kg
Payload
445 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Hyundai
Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

The Alpine A290 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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