Compare performance (218 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (33200 £ vs 35200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Skoda Superb Combi?
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 barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £ , while the Skoda Superb Combi costs 35200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2057 £.
As for electric range, the Alpine A290 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 380 km, about 243 km more than the Skoda Superb Combi.
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 Skoda Superb Combi has a to a small extent edge – offering 265 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Superb Combi is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.40 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Superb Combi performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Alpine A290 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Superb Combi pulls distinct stronger with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Alpine A290 is barely noticeable lighter – 1554 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 21 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers convincingly more room – 690 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 364 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Superb Combi performs decisively better – up to 1920 L, which is about 814 L more than the Alpine A290.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Superb Combi clearly perceptible takes the win – 584 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.
The Skoda Superb Combi holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
33200 - 39600 £
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Price
35200 - 51000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
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Electric Range
128 - 137 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
28 - 178 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1554 kg
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Curb weight
1575 - 1853 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
3990 mm
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Length
4902 mm
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Width
1820 mm
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Width
1849 mm
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Height
1520 mm
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Height
1482 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1106 L
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Max trunk capacity
1920 L
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Payload
396 kg
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Payload
497 - 584 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
177 - 218 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
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Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
130 - 160 kW
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Power kW
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
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Brand
Alpine
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Brand
Skoda
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.