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Alpine A290 vs Porsche Macan – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Alpine A290 meets Porsche Macan.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Alpine A290 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £, while the Porsche Macan costs 69200 £. That’s a price difference of around 36000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Alpine A290: with 15.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Porsche Macan with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.

As for range, the Porsche Macan performs decisively better – achieving up to 644 km, about 264 km more than the Alpine A290.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Macan has a convincingly edge – offering 639 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 421 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.40 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Macan performs noticeable better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Alpine A290 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Macan pulls clearly stronger with 1130 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 830 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Alpine A290 is clearly lighter – 1479 kg compared to 2295 kg. The difference is around 816 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Macan offers noticeable more room – 540 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 214 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Porsche Macan performs to a small extent better – up to 1348 L, which is about 242 L more than the Alpine A290.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Macan to a small extent takes the win – 545 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Porsche Macan proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche Macan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £69,200
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Porsche Macan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 639 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 590 - 644 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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Porsche Macan

Der Porsche Macan verkörpert die ideale Fusion aus Sportlichkeit und Alltagstauglichkeit und beeindruckt mit seiner dynamischen Linienführung. Innen erwartet den Fahrer ein luxuriös ausgestatteter Raum, der höchste Qualität mit modernster Technologie verbindet. Fahreigenschaften und Handling sind auf typisch Porsche-Niveau und bieten ein unvergleichliches Fahrerlebnis, das jeden Ausflug zum Vergnügen macht.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33200 - 39600 £
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
590 - 644 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
95 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1479 kg
Curb weight
2295 - 2420 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
480 - 540 L
Length
3997 mm
Length
4784 mm
Width
1823 mm
Width
1938 mm
Height
1512 mm
Height
1621 - 1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Payload
471 kg
Payload
510 - 545 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Porsche

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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.