Compare performance (470 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (57,900 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A390 or Tesla Model 3?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Tesla Model 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Alpine A390 costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,152 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Alpine A390. That’s a difference of about 5.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 199 km more than the Alpine A390.
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 Alpine A390 offers barely more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Alpine A390 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Alpine A390 delivers somewhat more torque with 824 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 164 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model 3 is moderately lighter – 1,822 kg compared to 2,121 kg. The difference is around 299 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers a bit more boot space – 594 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.
When it comes to payload, the Alpine A390 carries markedly more – 484 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 151 kg.
The Tesla Model 3 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 A390 is the brand’s leap into the fast electric crossover arena, wrapping Dieppe’s lightweight ethos in a sleek, coupe-ish body with real everyday usability. If the steering and chassis feel echo the A110, this could be the enthusiast’s family EV—subtle, sharp, and très chic, with enough theatre to make the school run feel like a pit lane exit.
detailsThe Tesla Model 3 is a compact electric sedan that pairs brisk, responsive driving with a sleek, minimalist cabin and intuitive, software-led features. It makes a practical, modern choice for daily commutes and long-term ownership while emphasizing simplicity and advanced driver assistance.
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Price
57,900 - 66,900 £
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Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
497 - 551 km
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Electric Range
534 - 750 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
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
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,121 - 2,124 kg
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Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
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Trunk capacity
532 L
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,885 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
481 - 484 kg
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Payload
302 - 333 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
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
400 - 470 HP
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
661 - 824 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
295 - 345 kW
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Power kW
208 - 338 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
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
Tesla
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