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Alpine A290 vs McLaren GT Series comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 175,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or McLaren GT Series?

Alpine A290 vs McLaren GT Series: Key differences

Alpine A290

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
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McLaren GT Series

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • markedly 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.

Alpine A290 is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the McLaren GT Series costs 175,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 142,543 £.

GT Series

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 McLaren GT Series offers considerably more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 417 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.4 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren GT Series delivers substantially more torque with 630 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 330 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: Alpine A290 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren GT Series is only slightly lighter – 1,520 kg compared to 1,554 kg. The difference is around 34 kg.

Looking at boot space, the McLaren GT Series offers markedly more boot space – 420 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Alpine A290 is clearly superior overall 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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4.6 (3 Reviews)
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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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McLaren GT Series

The McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.

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Alpine A290
McLaren GT Series

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
175,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.9 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
270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
420 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 mm
Width
2,045 mm
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
Payload
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Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
467 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
3,994 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Alpine
Brand
McLaren
Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

The Alpine A290 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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