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Audi Q4 e-tron vs Alpine A390 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (340 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (39600 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q4 e-tron or Alpine A390?

Audi Q4 e-tron

Alpine A390

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

Q4 e-tron

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi Q4 e-tron has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39600 £ , while the Alpine A390 costs 57900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18300 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Audi Q4 e-tron: with 15.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Alpine A390 with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.80 kWh.

As for electric range, the Alpine A390 performs minimal better – achieving up to 555 km, about 1 km more than the Audi Q4 e-tron.

Q4 e-tron

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 A390 has a distinct edge – offering 470 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A390 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Audi Q4 e-tron takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Alpine A390 performs slightly better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Audi Q4 e-tron tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Alpine A390 pulls somewhat stronger with 824 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm difference.

Q4 e-tron

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, Audi Q4 e-tron is minimal lighter – 2035 kg compared to 2121 kg. The difference is around 86 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers minimal more room – 535 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A390 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1643 L, which is about 153 L more than the Audi Q4 e-tron.

Who wins the race?

The Alpine A390 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Alpine A390 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £57,900
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Alpine A390

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 400 - 470 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 - 19.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 515 - 555 km
Audi Q4 e-tron
Alpine A390

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Audi Q4 e-tron

The Audi Q4 e-tron brings Audi polish into the electric crossover scene, pairing a sleek exterior with a refined, airy interior that makes everyday driving feel distinctly premium. It’s an easy-to-live-with EV that balances comfort and real-world usability with intuitive tech, making it a smart choice for buyers who want electric mobility without giving up Audi character — and yes, it still looks good in the driveway.

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Alpine A390

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.

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Audi Q4 e-tron
Alpine A390

Costs and Consumption

Price
39600 - 58800 £
Price
57900 - 66900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 17.4 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 19.8 kWh
Electric Range
406 - 554 km
Electric Range
515 - 555 km
Battery Capacity
59 - 77 kWh
Battery Capacity
89 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2035 - 2235 kg
Curb weight
2121 kg
Trunk capacity
520 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
4588 mm
Length
4615 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1885 mm
Height
1614 - 1632 mm
Height
1532 mm
Max trunk capacity
1460 - 1490 L
Max trunk capacity
1643 L
Payload
505 - 515 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 340 HP
Power HP
400 - 470 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 220 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
661 - 824 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 250 kW
Power kW
295 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Alpine
What drive types are available for the Audi Q4 e-tron?

The Audi Q4 e-tron is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.