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Tesla Model S vs Alpine A390 comparison

Compare performance (1,020 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (94,300 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model S or Alpine A390?

Tesla Model S vs Alpine A390: Key differences

Tesla Model S

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  • considerably more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Alpine A390

  • substantially cheaper
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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 S

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Alpine A390 is substantially cheaper – starting at 57,900 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,420 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model S is somewhat more efficient: consuming 16.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Alpine A390. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S offers visibly more range – reaching up to 744 km, about 193 km more than the Alpine A390.

A390

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 Tesla Model S offers considerably more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 470 HP. That’s roughly 550 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Alpine A390 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

Model S

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model S is very slightly lighter – 2,092 kg compared to 2,121 kg. The difference is around 29 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers clearly more boot space – 799 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 267 L.

When it comes to payload, the Alpine A390 carries only slightly more – 484 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S holds a decisive overall lead 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 £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 611 - 744 km
Tesla Model S
Alpine A390

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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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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 S
Alpine A390

Costs and Consumption

Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Price
57,900 - 66,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
611 - 744 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
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Curb weight
2,121 - 2,124 kg
Trunk capacity
799 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
5,021 mm
Length
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Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,885 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 442 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
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Power HP
400 - 470 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
661 - 824 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Power kW
295 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

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