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Alpine A290 vs Jaguar E-Pace comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Jaguar E-Pace?

Alpine A290 vs Jaguar E-Pace: Key differences

Alpine A290

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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Jaguar E-Pace

  • very slightly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • 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.

Jaguar E-Pace is very slightly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 771 £.

As for electric range, the Alpine A290 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 380 km, about 311 km more than the Jaguar E-Pace.

E-Pace

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 Jaguar E-Pace offers a bit more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 51 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A290 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Jaguar E-Pace takes 7.3 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar E-Pace delivers substantially more torque with 540 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 240 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, Alpine A290 is slightly lighter – 1,554 kg compared to 1,783 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar E-Pace offers clearly more boot space – 494 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 168 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jaguar E-Pace carries markedly more – 554 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 158 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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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 Jaguar E-Pace brings compact SUV practicality together with taut, sporty design and unmistakable British charm, helping it stand out in a crowded class. Inside, the cabin feels premium and the driving manners are engaging enough to keep a grin on your face, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want Jaguar style without the bulk.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
32,400 - 56,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.2 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
69 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
11.5 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
33 - 185 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 67 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
1,783 - 2,173 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
494 L
Length
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Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,984 mm
Height
-
Height
1,648 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,170 L
Payload
396 kg
Payload
497 - 554 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
160 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
190 - 211 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
260 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
118 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Jaguar
Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

The Alpine A290 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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