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BMW iX vs Alpine A390 comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (71600 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Alpine A390?

BMW iX vs Alpine A390: Key differences

BMW iX

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • distinct more power
  • barely noticeable more efficient
  • evident more electric range
  • minimal quicker from 0–100 km/h

Alpine A390

  • distinct cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
  • hardly perceptible more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

iX

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Alpine A390 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 57900 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW iX: with 17.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Alpine A390 with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.90 kWh.

As for electric range, the BMW iX performs evident better – achieving up to 701 km, about 146 km more than the Alpine A390.

A390

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 BMW iX has a distinct edge – offering 659 HP compared to 470 HP. That’s roughly 189 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Alpine A390 takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW iX pulls slightly stronger with 1015 Nm compared to 824 Nm. That’s about 191 Nm difference.

iX

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 A390 is somewhat lighter – 2121 kg compared to 2525 kg. The difference is around 404 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Alpine A390 offers hardly perceptible more room – 532 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX comes out ahead with a more balanced overall result 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.

BMW iX
Alpine A390

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iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 20.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 600 - 701 km

BMW iX

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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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.

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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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BMW iX
Alpine A390

Costs and Consumption

Price
71600 - 108400 £
Price
57900 - 66900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 19.8 kWh
Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Electric Range
515 - 555 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2525 - 2655 kg
Curb weight
2121 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
-
Length
4615 mm
Width
1970 mm
Width
1885 mm
Height
-
Height
1532 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1643 L
Payload
505 - 575 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
400 - 470 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 - 220 km/h
Torque
700 - 1015 Nm
Torque
661 - 824 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
295 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Alpine
Is the BMW iX offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW iX is offered with 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.