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Alpine A290 vs MINI Aceman - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (33200 £ vs 25500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or MINI Aceman?

Alpine A290

5 (1 Reviews)
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MINI Aceman

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A290

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

MINI Aceman has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25500 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the MINI Aceman: with 14 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Alpine A290 with 15.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.80 kWh.

As for electric range, the MINI Aceman performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 405 km, about 25 km more than the Alpine A290.

Aceman

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the MINI Aceman has a slightly edge – offering 258 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 6.40 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Aceman performs somewhat better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Alpine A290 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: MINI Aceman pulls somewhat stronger with 350 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

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 to a small extent lighter – 1554 kg compared to 1720 kg. The difference is around 166 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Alpine A290 offers barely noticeable more room – 326 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A290 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1106 L, which is about 101 L more than the MINI Aceman.

When it comes to payload, MINI Aceman evident takes the win – 530 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 134 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Aceman is decisively 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.

Alpine A290
MINI Aceman

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Aceman

MINI Aceman

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14 - 16 kWh
  • Electric Range : 303 - 405 km

Alpine A290

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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MINI Aceman

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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The MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.

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Alpine A290
MINI Aceman

Costs and Consumption

Price
33200 - 39600 £
Price
25500 - 36200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16 kWh
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
303 - 405 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
38.5 - 49.2 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1554 kg
Curb weight
1720 - 1825 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
300 L
Length
3990 mm
Length
4079 mm
Width
1820 mm
Width
1754 mm
Height
1520 mm
Height
1514 mm
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Max trunk capacity
1005 L
Payload
396 kg
Payload
450 - 530 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
184 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
290 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
135 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Alpine
Brand
MINI
Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.