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Alpine A290 vs Volvo EX30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (33200 £ vs 33000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Volvo EX30?

Alpine A290

5 (1 Reviews)
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Volvo EX30

3 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A290

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Volvo EX30 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33000 £, while the Alpine A290 costs 33200 £. That’s a price difference of around 180 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Alpine A290: with 15.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Volvo EX30 with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.

As for range, the Volvo EX30 performs evident better – achieving up to 476 km, about 96 km more than the Alpine A290.

EX30

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 Volvo EX30 has a convincingly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.40 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Volvo EX30 performs slight 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: Volvo EX30 pulls significantly stronger with 543 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 243 Nm difference.

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, Alpine A290 is a bit lighter – 1554 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 286 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Alpine A290 offers slight more room – 326 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A290 performs minimal better – up to 1106 L, which is about 106 L more than the Volvo EX30.

When it comes to payload, Alpine A290 slight takes the win – 396 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo EX30 shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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 £33,000
EX30

Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 339 - 476 km
Alpine A290
Volvo EX30

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Alpine A290

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Volvo EX30

3 (2 Reviews)
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The Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.

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Alpine A290
Volvo EX30
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EX30

Costs and Consumption

Price
33200 - 39600 £
Price
33000 - 49100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
339 - 476 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1554 kg
Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
3990 mm
Length
4233 mm
Width
1820 mm
Width
1838 mm
Height
1520 mm
Height
1550 - 1567 mm
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Max trunk capacity
1000 L
Payload
396 kg
Payload
370 - 390 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Volvo
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.