Compare performance (340 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
BMW Z4 is markedly cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Alpine A390 costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,400 £.
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 Alpine A390 offers noticeably more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A390 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the BMW Z4 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Alpine A390 delivers clearly more torque with 824 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 324 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Alpine A390 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is substantially lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 2,121 kg. The difference is around 611 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Alpine A390 offers substantially more boot space – 532 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 251 L.
When it comes to payload, the Alpine A390 carries considerably more – 484 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 249 kg.
The Alpine A390 stands well ahead of its rival 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 Z4 is a taut, road-hugging roadster that pairs elegant, low-slung styling with a roof you can drop on a sunny whim, delivering that pure, wind-in-your-hair driving thrill few cars manage to match. It’s an ideal weekend companion for drivers who prefer engagement over practicality — bring good shoes rather than a lot of luggage, and you’ll get a grin every time you turn the wheel.
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
43,500 - 65,300 £
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Price
57,900 - 66,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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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
157 - 191 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
Roadster
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
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Curb weight
2,121 - 2,124 kg
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Trunk capacity
281 L
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Trunk capacity
532 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,864 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
215 - 235 kg
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Payload
481 - 484 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 340 HP
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Power HP
400 - 470 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 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
320 - 500 Nm
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Torque
661 - 824 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 250 kW
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Power kW
295 - 345 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Alpine
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