Compare performance (218 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (33200 £ vs 57600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Mercedes EQE?
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.
Alpine A290 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £ , while the Mercedes EQE costs 57600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24417 £.
When it comes to electricity consumption, both models perform equally – each averaging 15.80 kWh per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes EQE performs decisively better – achieving up to 691 km, about 311 km more than the Alpine A290.
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 has a decisively edge – offering 625 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 407 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.40 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes EQE performs noticeable better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Alpine A290 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes EQE pulls decisively stronger with 950 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 650 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Alpine A290 is convincingly lighter – 1554 kg compared to 2375 kg. The difference is around 821 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes EQE offers noticeable more room – 430 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes EQE evident takes the win – 600 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 204 kg.
The Mercedes EQE sits well ahead of its rival 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 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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Price
33200 - 39600 £
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Price
57600 - 94900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 20.7 kWh
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
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Electric Range
502 - 691 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1554 kg
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Curb weight
2375 - 2540 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Trunk capacity
430 L
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Length
3990 mm
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Length
4946 - 4964 mm
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Width
1820 mm
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Width
1961 mm
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Height
1520 mm
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Height
1492 - 1510 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1106 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
396 kg
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Payload
545 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
177 - 218 HP
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Power HP
265 - 625 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 220 km/h
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
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Torque
550 - 950 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
130 - 160 kW
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Power kW
195 - 460 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Alpine
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.