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Alpine A290 vs smart #1 comparison
Compare performance (218 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or smart #1?
Alpine A290 vs smart #1: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
A290
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
smart #1 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,466 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Alpine A290 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the smart #1. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the smart #1 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 440 km, about 60 km more than the Alpine A290.
#1
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the smart #1 offers clearly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the smart #1 is barely faster – 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: the smart #1 delivers clearly more torque with 584 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 284 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Alpine A290 is slightly lighter – 1,554 kg compared to 1,780 kg. The difference is around 226 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Alpine A290 offers very slightly more boot space – 326 L compared to 323 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Alpine A290 offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,106 L, about 120 L more than the smart #1.
When it comes to payload, the smart #1 carries slightly more – 470 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The smart #1 is clearly superior overall 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.
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Alpine A290
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Alpine A290
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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smart #1
The Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.
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Alpine A290
smart #1
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
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Price
31,700 - 45,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
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Electric Range
310 - 440 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1,554 kg
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Curb weight
1,780 - 1,900 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
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Length
3,990 mm
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Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
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Width
1,820 mm
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Width
1,822 mm
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Height
1,520 mm
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Height
1,636 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,106 L
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Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
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Payload
396 kg
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Payload
425 - 470 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
177 - 218 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
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Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
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Torque
343 - 584 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
130 - 160 kW
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Alpine
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Brand
smart
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