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Alpine A290 vs Polestar 2 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Alpine A290 or Polestar 2 fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Alpine A290 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £, while the Polestar 2 costs 42000 £. That’s a price difference of around 8820 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Polestar 2: with 14.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Alpine A290 with 15.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.

As for range, the Polestar 2 performs clearly better – achieving up to 659 km, about 279 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 Polestar 2 has a significantly edge – offering 476 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.40 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 2 performs slightly better – reaching 205 km/h, while the Alpine A290 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 2 pulls convincingly stronger with 740 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 440 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, Alpine A290 is noticeable lighter – 1479 kg compared to 2015 kg. The difference is around 536 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Polestar 2 offers slightly more room – 405 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A290 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1106 L, which is about 11 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, Alpine A290 slightly takes the win – 471 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Polestar 2 shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km

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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Polestar 2

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Der Polestar 2 beeindruckt mit seinem klaren, skandinavischen Design und einer hochwertigen Verarbeitung, die sowohl innen als auch außen zu sehen ist. Besonders auffallend ist das futuristische Cockpit mit einem innovativen Infotainment-System, das auf Android basiert und nahtlose Konnektivität bietet. Zusätzlich bietet das Modell ein exzellentes Fahrgefühl mit dynamischen Fahreigenschaften, das selbst anspruchsvolle Fahrer begeistert.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
33200 - 39600 £
Price
42000 - 57400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1479 kg
Curb weight
2015 - 2188 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
3997 mm
Length
4606 mm
Width
1823 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1512 mm
Height
1473 - 1479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Max trunk capacity
1095 L
Payload
471 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.