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Tesla Model 3 vs Alpine A390 comparison

Compare performance (460 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (31,700 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model 3 or Alpine A390?

Tesla Model 3 vs Alpine A390: Key differences

Tesla Model 3

4.3 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Alpine A390

  • marginally more power
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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

Model 3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Tesla Model 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Alpine A390 costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,152 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model 3 is significantly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Alpine A390. That’s a difference of about 5.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 199 km more than the Alpine A390.

A390

Engine and Performance:

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 offers marginally more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Alpine A390 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Alpine A390 delivers a bit more torque with 824 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 164 Nm more.

Model 3

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, Tesla Model 3 is moderately lighter – 1,822 kg compared to 2,121 kg. The difference is around 299 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers somewhat more boot space – 594 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.

When it comes to payload, the Alpine A390 carries visibly more – 484 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 151 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 is decisively ahead 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.

from £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 534 - 750 km
Tesla Model 3
Alpine A390

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Dimensions and Body

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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 is a compact electric sedan that pairs brisk, responsive driving with a sleek, minimalist cabin and intuitive, software-led features. It makes a practical, modern choice for daily commutes and long-term ownership while emphasizing simplicity and advanced driver assistance.

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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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Tesla Model 3
Alpine A390

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Price
57,900 - 66,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Electric Range
497 - 551 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
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
Curb weight
2,121 - 2,124 kg
Trunk capacity
594 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,885 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
302 - 333 kg
Payload
481 - 484 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Power HP
400 - 470 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Torque
661 - 824 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Power kW
295 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Tesla
Brand
Alpine
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