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Alpine A290 vs Kia EV2 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 147 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 22,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Kia EV2?

Alpine A290 vs Kia EV2: Key differences

Alpine A290

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Kia EV2

3.8 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
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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.

Kia EV2 is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,800 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,371 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV2 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 15.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Alpine A290. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV2 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 453 km, about 73 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 Alpine A290 offers markedly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 147 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A290 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Kia EV2 takes 8.7 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Alpine A290 delivers moderately 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, Alpine A290 is very slightly lighter – 1,554 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 66 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV2 carries moderately more – 475 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Alpine A290 comes out modestly 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.

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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Alpine A290
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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
22,800 - 31,600 £
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
15.1 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
317 - 453 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
4 - 5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,625 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
396 kg
Payload
400 - 475 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
135 - 147 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
100 - 108 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Kia
Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

The Alpine A290 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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