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Alpine A290 vs Renault Symbioz - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (33200 £ vs 24400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Renault Symbioz?

Alpine A290

5 (1 Reviews)
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Renault Symbioz

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

A290

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Symbioz has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8743 £.

Symbioz

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Alpine A290 has a noticeable edge – offering 218 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A290 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Alpine A290 pulls a bit stronger with 300 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 35 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, Renault Symbioz is slightly lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1554 kg. The difference is around 195 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers clearly more room – 576 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs evident better – up to 1682 L, which is about 576 L more than the Alpine A290.

When it comes to payload, Renault Symbioz a bit takes the win – 459 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Alpine A290 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 Symbioz

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Alpine A290

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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 Symbioz

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The Renault Symbioz feels less like a traditional car and more like a rolling living room that's been told it's allowed to drive — its flowing lines and minimalist cabin are pure concept-car theatre that teases the future of everyday transport. For buyers with an eye for design and a taste for tech-forward ideas, the Symbioz is an alluring vision of what Renault could offer tomorrow, even if it's not yet a model you can park in your driveway.

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Alpine A290
Renault Symbioz

Costs and Consumption

Price
33200 - 39600 £
Price
24400 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1554 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1465 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
3990 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1820 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1520 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Max trunk capacity
1682 L
Payload
396 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
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.