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Alpine A290 vs Mercedes EQE comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 57,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Mercedes EQE?

Alpine A290 vs Mercedes EQE: Key differences

Alpine A290

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Mercedes EQE

4.5 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • 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:

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.

Alpine A290 is considerably cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Mercedes EQE costs 57,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,417 £.

When it comes to electricity consumption, both models perform equally – each averaging 15.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQE offers considerably more range – reaching up to 691 km, about 311 km more than the Alpine A290.

EQE

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 Mercedes EQE offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 407 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQE delivers considerably more torque with 950 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 650 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Alpine A290 is substantially lighter – 1,554 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 821 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQE offers markedly more boot space – 430 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQE carries noticeably more – 600 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 204 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQE 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 £57,600
EQE

Mercedes EQE

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 265 - 625 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 502 - 691 km
Alpine A290
Mercedes EQE

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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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Mercedes EQE

The Mercedes EQE glides like a silk-wrapped saloon from the future, pairing whisper-quiet refinement with a high-tech cabin that feels both modern and indulgent. For buyers who want electric luxury without shouting about it, the EQE is composed, comfortably confident, and just smug enough to feel special.

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Alpine A290
Mercedes EQE

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
57,600 - 94,900 £
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
15.8 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
502 - 691 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
2,375 - 2,540 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
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Length
4,946 - 4,964 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,961 mm
Height
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Height
1,492 - 1,510 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
396 kg
Payload
545 - 600 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
265 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 - 220 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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