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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?
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.
208
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.
Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 208 is a bit faster – 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: 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.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 208 offers barely more boot space – 352 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 208 offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,163 L, about 57 L more than the Alpine A290.
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 comes out clearly 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.
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Peugeot 208
Alpine A290
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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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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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Alpine A290
Peugeot 208
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
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Price
21,000 - 35,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
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Electric Range
362 - 432 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,554 kg
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Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
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Length
3,990 mm
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Length
4,055 mm
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Width
1,820 mm
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Width
1,745 mm
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Height
1,520 mm
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Height
1,430 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,106 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,118 - 1,163 L
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Payload
396 kg
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Payload
380 - 430 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
177 - 218 HP
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Power HP
101 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
130 - 160 kW
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Alpine
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Brand
Peugeot
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