Compare performance (226 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (22,200 £ vs 33,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Raval or Alpine A290?
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.
CUPRA Raval is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,200 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,929 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Raval is moderately more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Alpine A290. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Raval offers moderately more range – reaching up to 445 km, about 65 km more than the Alpine A290.
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 CUPRA Raval offers very slightly more power – delivering 226 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A290 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the CUPRA Raval takes 6.8 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Alpine A290 delivers marginally more torque with 300 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 10 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 A290 is very slightly lighter – 1,554 kg compared to 1,610 kg. The difference is around 56 kg.
Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Raval offers markedly more boot space – 441 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.
When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Raval carries a bit more – 475 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.
The CUPRA Raval 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 CUPRA Raval is a compact electric hatch that mixes hot‑hatch intent with genuine everyday practicality, pairing an unusually roomy, flexible boot with a modern Android‑based infotainment that feels responsive. It drives in a composed, traction‑rich way that suits city and family life, though the steering leans toward assuredness rather than playfulness and some climate controls rely on touch sliders that can be fiddly on the move.
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The Alpine A290 brings Alpine's racing-bred spirit to the road with taut handling, razor-sharp steering and a compact, cheeky silhouette that's impossible to ignore. It's a car for drivers who want pure fun rather than family practicality — a playful, stylish pocket rocket that makes every back road feel like a racetrack and hands out smiles with the key.
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Price
22,200 - 39,900 £
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Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
300 - 445 km
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Electric Range
364 - 380 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
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1,610 - 1,615 kg
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Curb weight
1,554 kg
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Trunk capacity
441 L
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,784 mm
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Width
1,820 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
470 - 475 kg
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Payload
396 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 226 HP
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Power HP
177 - 218 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
290 Nm
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 166 kW
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Power kW
130 - 160 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
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Alpine
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