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Alpine A290 vs Peugeot 208 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Peugeot 208?

Alpine A290 vs Peugeot 208: Key differences

Alpine A290

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 208 is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,189 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 208 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Alpine A290. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 432 km, about 52 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 Alpine A290 offers noticeably more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A290 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Alpine A290 delivers only slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Peugeot 208 is noticeably lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,554 kg. The difference is around 389 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 208 carries only slightly more – 430 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 holds a narrow overall lead 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.

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Peugeot 208

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 363 - 432 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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Reviews Alpine A290

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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Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Labbe
21 Dec 2025, 15:16:45

Fuel consumption stated in the article — misleading. In town, on the highway, at least 7 L/100 km.

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Alpine A290
Peugeot 208

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
396 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

The Alpine A290 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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