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Alpine A290 vs Vauxhall Astra – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Alpine A290 or Vauxhall Astra fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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.

Vauxhall Astra has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Alpine A290 costs 33200 £. That’s a price difference of around 7980 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Astra: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Alpine A290 with 15.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.40 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Astra performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 419 km, about 39 km more than the Alpine A290.

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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 Vauxhall Astra has a slight edge – offering 225 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A290 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.50 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs evident better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Alpine A290 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls to a small extent stronger with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is to a small extent lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1479 kg. The difference is around 138 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers distinct more room – 422 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 96 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Astra performs a bit better – up to 1339 L, which is about 233 L more than the Alpine A290.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra barely noticeable takes the win – 509 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Vauxhall Astra shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Vauxhall Astra

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.40 kWh
  • Electric Range : 82 - 419 km
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Alpine A290

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The Alpine A290 embodies a thrilling blend of modern design and exhilarating performance, capturing the spirit of the brand's racing heritage. With its agile handling and responsive drive, this compact vehicle promises an engaging experience both on the road and the track. Inside, it features a driver-focused cockpit that seamlessly integrates technology and comfort, making every journey an adventure.

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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra exudes a sleek and modern design, making it a standout choice in the compact car segment. Its interior is thoughtfully crafted, providing both comfort and cutting-edge technology for an enhanced driving experience. The vehicle is also celebrated for its efficient performance, adeptly balancing power with fuel economy to suit urban and long-distance journeys alike.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33200 - 39600 £
Price
25200 - 40500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
82 - 419 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1479 kg
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Length
3997 mm
Length
4374 mm
Width
1823 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1512 mm
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Payload
471 kg
Payload
414 - 509 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Vauxhall

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Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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