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Alpine A290 vs Porsche Taycan Wagon – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Alpine A290 meets Porsche Taycan Wagon.
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:

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

Alpine A290 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £, while the Porsche Taycan Wagon costs 88700 £. That’s a price difference of around 55543 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Alpine A290: with 15.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Porsche Taycan Wagon with 17.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.70 kWh.

As for range, the Porsche Taycan Wagon performs significantly better – achieving up to 652 km, about 272 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 Taycan Wagon has a convincingly edge – offering 952 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 734 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Taycan Wagon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.40 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.40 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Taycan Wagon performs distinct 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 Taycan Wagon pulls significantly stronger with 1110 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 810 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Alpine A290 offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Alpine A290 is convincingly lighter – 1479 kg compared to 2190 kg. The difference is around 711 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Taycan Wagon offers evident more room – 446 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Porsche Taycan Wagon performs minimal better – up to 1212 L, which is about 106 L more than the Alpine A290.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Taycan Wagon noticeable takes the win – 605 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 134 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £88,700
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Porsche Taycan Wagon

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 952 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.5 - 19 kWh
  • Electric Range : 537 - 652 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 Taycan Wagon

The Taycan Wagon seamlessly blends the elegance of a luxury estate with the exhilarating performance Porsche is renowned for. Its sleek design not only boasts practicality but also exudes a sporty flair, making it a standout in both city streets and open highways. With a commitment to sustainability, this electrifying model illustrates that eco-friendly driving can be both thrilling and stylish.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33200 - 39600 £
Price
88700 - 182100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 19 kWh
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
537 - 652 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
82.3 - 97 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1479 kg
Curb weight
2190 - 2400 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
405 - 446 L
Length
3997 mm
Length
4962 - 4974 mm
Width
1823 mm
Width
1966 - 1967 mm
Height
1512 mm
Height
1388 - 1412 mm
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Max trunk capacity
1171 - 1212 L
Payload
471 kg
Payload
475 - 605 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
408 - 952 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
410 - 1110 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
300 - 700 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
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.

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