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Alpine A290 vs Toyota Yaris Cross – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Alpine A290 or Toyota Yaris Cross fits your lifestyle better.

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

A290 @ Alpine / Renault Group Media

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Yaris Cross has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23700 £, while the Alpine A290 costs 33200 £. That’s a price difference of around 9480 £.

Yaris Cross @ Toyota Motor Corporation

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 Alpine A290 has a decisively edge – offering 218 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A290 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Toyota Yaris Cross takes 10.70 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 170 km/h.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Toyota Yaris Cross is evident lighter – 1180 kg compared to 1479 kg. The difference is around 299 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Yaris Cross offers slightly more room – 397 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A290 performs slight better – up to 1106 L, which is about 9 L more than the Toyota Yaris Cross.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris Cross minimal takes the win – 510 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Alpine A290 shows itself to be offers a more balanced package 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 / Renault Group Media

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

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The Alpine A290 embodies a thrilling blend of modern design and exhilarating performance, capturing the spirit of the brand's racing heritage. With its agile handling and responsive drive, this compact vehicle promises an engaging experience both on the road and the track. Inside, it features a driver-focused cockpit that seamlessly integrates technology and comfort, making every journey an adventure.

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Toyota Yaris Cross

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The Toyota Yaris Cross takes the jaunty personality of the Yaris and gives it a taller stance and a bit more practicality, so you get city-friendly agility with added SUV presence. It’s easy to live with, economical on the daily grind, and smartly packaged — a sensible pick for buyers who want fuss-free transport with a touch of character.

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Alpine A290
Toyota Yaris Cross
A290 @ Alpine / Renault Group Media
Yaris Cross @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
33200 - 39600 £
Price
23700 - 34300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 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
101 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
36 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1479 kg
Curb weight
1180 - 1290 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
Length
3997 mm
Length
4180 mm
Width
1823 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1512 mm
Height
1595 mm
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Max trunk capacity
1097 L
Payload
471 kg
Payload
485 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
116 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
85 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1490 cm3

General

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.