Compare performance (659 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Alpine A390?
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.
Alpine A390 is markedly cheaper – starting at 57,900 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,714 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX is marginally more efficient: consuming 17.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Alpine A390. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW iX offers markedly more range – reaching up to 701 km, about 150 km more than the Alpine A390.
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 BMW iX offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 470 HP. That’s roughly 189 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Alpine A390 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers a bit more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 824 Nm. That’s about 191 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Alpine A390 is somewhat lighter – 2,121 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 404 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Alpine A390 offers very slightly more boot space – 532 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW iX carries somewhat more – 575 kg compared to 484 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.
The BMW iX is decisively ahead 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 BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.
detailsThe 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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Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
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Price
57,900 - 66,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
600 - 701 km
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Electric Range
497 - 551 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
SUV
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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
2,525 - 2,655 kg
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Curb weight
2,121 - 2,124 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 L
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Trunk capacity
532 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,970 mm
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Width
1,885 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
505 - 575 kg
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Payload
481 - 484 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
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Power HP
408 - 659 HP
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Power HP
400 - 470 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
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Torque
661 - 824 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
300 - 485 kW
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Power kW
295 - 345 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Alpine
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