Compare performance (218 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Kia Sportage?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Kia Sportage is slightly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,037 £.
As for electric range, the Alpine A290 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 380 km, about 314 km more than the Kia Sportage.
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 Kia Sportage offers clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 70 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 Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sportage delivers noticeably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is barely lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,554 kg. The difference is around 2 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers clearly more boot space – 587 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 261 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries markedly more – 580 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 184 kg.
The Alpine A290 is slightly 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.
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.
detailsThe Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.
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Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
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Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,554 kg
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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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
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Payload
533 - 580 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
177 - 218 HP
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
130 - 160 kW
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
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Brand
Alpine
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Brand
Kia
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