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Alpine A290 vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or SEAT Leon?

Alpine A290 vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Alpine A290

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • somewhat lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A290

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SEAT Leon is visibly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,366 £.

As for electric range, the Alpine A290 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 380 km, about 247 km more than the SEAT Leon.

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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 SEAT Leon offers a bit more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A290 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon delivers slightly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon is somewhat lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,554 kg. The difference is around 210 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon offers somewhat more boot space – 380 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries noticeably more – 521 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Alpine A290 comes out clearly ahead 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.

from £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/100km
  • Electric Range 364 - 380 km
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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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Reviews Alpine A290

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Emin Molu
17 Apr 2026, 21:05:51

excellent handling, excellent damping, excellent noise supression, excellent design.fantastic fun to drive.

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FaBio
4 Jan 2026, 21:30:20

Mechanically the car is fairly well built, apart from the rear axle.
The air conditioning is effective and visibility is good, while the FR setup paired with the 18" wheels, in my view, hurts comfort — getting in and out can be awkward. Once on board, though, the seats are very comfortable. The infotainment is comprehensive, with a generously sized screen and full-link smartphone connectivity; the factory sat-nav does what it can, but obviously Maps is superior in every way.
All in all, a fun/sporty car that also winks at family life thanks to a roomy boot and modest fuel consumption.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
28 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
396 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Alpine
Brand
SEAT
Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

The Alpine A290 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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