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MINI Aceman vs Alpine A290 comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 33,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Aceman or Alpine A290?

MINI Aceman vs Alpine A290: Key differences

MINI Aceman

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • slightly more efficient
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Alpine A290

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely more electric range
  • slightly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Aceman

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MINI Aceman is visibly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,171 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Aceman is slightly more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Alpine A290. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Alpine A290 offers barely more range – reaching up to 380 km, about 25 km more than the MINI Aceman.

A290

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the MINI Aceman offers slightly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 6.4 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Aceman delivers moderately more torque with 350 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Aceman

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Alpine A290 is slightly lighter – 1,554 kg compared to 1,720 kg. The difference is around 166 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Alpine A290 offers very slightly more boot space – 326 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Aceman carries markedly more – 530 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 134 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Aceman is clearly superior overall 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.

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Aceman

MINI Aceman

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 309 - 355 km
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MINI Aceman

The MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.

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Reviews MINI Aceman

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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GEORGXRM
5 Jan 2026, 00:44:07

Amazing interior, sporty-funky exterior, great handles, good amount of power.

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Alpine A290

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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4.6 (3 Reviews)
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Emin Molu
17 Apr 2026, 21:05:51

excellent handling, excellent damping, excellent noise supression, excellent design.fantastic fun to drive.

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MINI Aceman
Alpine A290

Costs and Consumption
Price
27,000 - 36,400 £
Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
309 - 355 km
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,720 - 1,825 kg
Curb weight
1,554 kg
Trunk capacity
300 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,754 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 - 530 kg
Payload
396 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 258 HP
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
290 - 350 Nm
Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 190 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MINI
Brand
Alpine
What drive types are available for the MINI Aceman?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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