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.
Renault Espace has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £, while the Alpine A390 costs 57900 £. That’s a price difference of around 20315 £.
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 significantly 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 convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.80 s. That’s about 4.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Alpine A390 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Renault Espace offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Renault Espace is clearly perceptible lighter – 1673 kg compared to 2121 kg. The difference is around 448 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Espace offers noticeable more room – 692 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace performs evident better – up to 2224 L, which is about 581 L more than the Alpine A390.
The Alpine A390 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Alpine A390 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Renault Espace is the sort of roomy, clever family cruiser that makes long journeys feel effortless, its interior prioritising comfort and practical thinking without drifting into blandness. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its composed ride, smart packaging and a whisper of French flair make it a sensible and subtly stylish choice for buyers who value space and versatility.
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
37500 - 41400 £
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Price
57900 - 66900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.90 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
110 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 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1673 - 1783 kg
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Curb weight
2121 kg
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Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
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Trunk capacity
532 L
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Length
4746 mm
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Length
4615 mm
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Width
1830 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
2054 - 2224 L
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Max trunk capacity
1643 L
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Payload
404 - 581 kg
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Payload
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
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
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
200 HP
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Power HP
400 - 470 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.80 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
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Max Speed
174 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 220 km/h
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Torque
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Torque
661 - 824 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
147 kW
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Power kW
295 - 345 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 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
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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The Renault Espace is available as 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.