Compare performance (218 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (33200 £ vs 34600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or VW ID.4?
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 VW ID.4 costs 34600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1401 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.4: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Alpine A290 with 15.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.20 kWh.
As for electric range, the VW ID.4 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 569 km, about 189 km more than the Alpine A290.
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 VW ID.4 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 340 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.4 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.40 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW ID.4 performs barely noticeable 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: VW ID.4 pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Alpine A290 is noticeable lighter – 1554 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 421 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers clearly perceptible more room – 543 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 217 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 performs distinct better – up to 1575 L, which is about 469 L more than the Alpine A290.
When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 noticeable takes the win – 551 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.
The VW ID.4 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.
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Price
33200 - 39600 £
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Price
34600 - 47200 £
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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
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
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Electric Range
356 - 569 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 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
1554 kg
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Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Trunk capacity
543 L
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Length
3990 mm
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Length
4582 - 4584 mm
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Width
1820 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1520 mm
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Height
1619 - 1634 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1106 L
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Max trunk capacity
1575 L
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Payload
396 kg
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Payload
515 - 551 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
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 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
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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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
VW
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.