When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Renault Austral has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £, while the Alpine A390 costs 57900 £. That’s a price difference of around 28115 £.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Alpine A390 has a convincingly edge – offering 470 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 270 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A390 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.40 s. That’s about 4.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Alpine A390 performs somewhat better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Alpine A390 pulls clearly stronger with 824 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 554 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Renault Austral is evident lighter – 1539 kg compared to 2121 kg. The difference is around 582 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Austral offers barely noticeable more room – 555 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral performs slight better – up to 1761 L, which is about 118 L more than the Alpine A390.
The Alpine A390 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Alpine A390 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.
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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29700 - 37800 £
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Price
57900 - 66900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 19.8 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
515 - 555 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
89 kWh
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co2
109 - 148 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1539 - 1613 kg
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Curb weight
2121 kg
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Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
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Trunk capacity
532 L
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Length
4533 mm
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Length
4615 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1885 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Height
1532 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
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Max trunk capacity
1643 L
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Payload
464 - 477 kg
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Payload
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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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
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
158 - 200 HP
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Power HP
400 - 470 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 220 km/h
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Torque
270 Nm
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Torque
661 - 824 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
116 - 147 kW
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Power kW
295 - 345 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Alpine
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.