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Alpine A290 vs Renault Rafale - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (33200 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Renault Rafale?

Alpine A290

5 (1 Reviews)
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Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A290

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 to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £ , while the Renault Rafale costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4371 £.

As for electric range, the Alpine A290 performs clearly better – achieving up to 380 km, about 283 km more than the Renault Rafale.

Rafale

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 Renault Rafale has a evident edge – offering 300 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 6.40 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the Renault Rafale performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Alpine A290 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Alpine A290 is slightly lighter – 1554 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Rafale offers clearly more room – 627 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 301 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Rafale performs significantly better – up to 1910 L, which is about 804 L more than the Alpine A290.

When it comes to payload, Renault Rafale slightly takes the win – 444 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Alpine A290 shows itself to be slightly ahead 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.

from about £33,200
A290

Alpine A290

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 177 - 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 - 16.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 364 - 380 km
Alpine A290
Renault Rafale

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Alpine A290

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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Alpine A290
Renault Rafale

Costs and Consumption

Price
33200 - 39600 £
Price
37500 - 49500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
97 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
14 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1554 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Length
3990 mm
Length
4710 mm
Width
1820 mm
Width
1886 mm
Height
1520 mm
Height
1613 mm
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
Payload
396 kg
Payload
415 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, C
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Renault
Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.