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CUPRA Tavascan vs Alpine A390 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (340 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (45700 £ vs 57900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Tavascan or Alpine A390?

CUPRA Tavascan

Alpine A390

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

Tavascan

Costs and Efficiency:

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 Tavascan has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 45700 £, while the Alpine A390 costs 57900 £. That’s a price difference of around 12137 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the CUPRA Tavascan: with 15.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Alpine A390 with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.80 kWh.

As for range, the Alpine A390 performs slight better – achieving up to 555 km, about 2 km more than the CUPRA Tavascan.

Tavascan

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 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 convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the CUPRA Tavascan takes 5.50 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Alpine A390 performs somewhat better – reaching 220 km/h, while the CUPRA Tavascan 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.

Tavascan

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 barely noticeable lighter – 2121 kg compared to 2178 kg. The difference is around 57 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Tavascan offers slight more room – 540 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Alpine A390 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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
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CUPRA Tavascan
Alpine A390

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CUPRA Tavascan

The CUPRA Tavascan is a striking electric crossover that blends aggressive, sporty design with surprising everyday practicality, pairing a coupe-like silhouette with SUV versatility. It feels lively and engaging on the road while offering premium touches inside, making it a compelling choice for buyers who want attitude without sacrificing comfort.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
45700 - 49600 £
Price
57900 - 66900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 17.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 19.8 kWh
Electric Range
513 - 553 km
Electric Range
515 - 555 km
Battery Capacity
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
2178 - 2273 kg
Curb weight
2121 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
4644 mm
Length
4615 mm
Width
1861 mm
Width
1885 mm
Height
1597 mm
Height
1532 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1643 L
Payload
507 - 522 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
286 - 340 HP
Power HP
400 - 470 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 220 km/h
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Torque
661 - 824 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Power kW
295 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Alpine

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What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Tavascan have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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