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Subaru BRZ vs Alpine A390 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (235 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (36000 £ vs 57900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or Alpine A390?

Subaru BRZ

Alpine A390

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

BRZ

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.

Subaru BRZ has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36000 £, while the Alpine A390 costs 57900 £. That’s a price difference of around 21866 £.

BRZ

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 significantly edge – offering 470 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 235 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 Subaru BRZ takes 6.30 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Subaru BRZ performs minimal better – reaching 226 km/h, while the Alpine A390 tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Alpine A390 pulls decisively stronger with 824 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 574 Nm difference.

BRZ

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Alpine A390 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Subaru BRZ is convincingly lighter – 1275 kg compared to 2121 kg. The difference is around 846 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Alpine A390 offers significantly more room – 532 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 295 L.

Who wins the race?

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.

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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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Subaru BRZ
Alpine A390

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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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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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Subaru BRZ
Alpine A390
BRZ

Costs and Consumption
Price
36000 - 38600 £
Price
57900 - 66900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.80 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 19.8 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
515 - 555 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
89 kWh
co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1275 - 1296 kg
Curb weight
2121 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
4265 mm
Length
4615 mm
Width
1775 mm
Width
1885 mm
Height
1310 mm
Height
1532 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1643 L
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
400 - 470 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 220 km/h
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
661 - 824 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
295 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
2387 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Alpine

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What drivetrain options does the Subaru BRZ have?

Available configurations include Rear-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.