Compare performance (218 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Polestar 4?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Alpine A290 is substantially cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,886 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Alpine A290 is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 240 km more than the Alpine A290.
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 4 offers considerably more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 326 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers clearly more torque with 686 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 386 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Alpine A290 is considerably lighter – 1,554 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 676 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers markedly more boot space – 526 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.
When it comes to payload, the Polestar 4 carries slightly more – 455 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.
The Polestar 4 holds a decisive 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.
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.
detailsThe Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.
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Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
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Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,554 kg
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Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
396 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
177 - 218 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
130 - 160 kW
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Alpine
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Brand
Polestar
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