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Volvo EC40 vs Alpine A390 - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (442 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (46600 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EC40 or Alpine A390?
EC40
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Volvo EC40 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46600 £ , while the Alpine A390 costs 57900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11237 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Volvo EC40: with 16.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Alpine A390 with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.50 kWh.
As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 584 km, about 29 km more than the Alpine 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 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 470 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A390 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Volvo EC40 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Alpine A390 performs somewhat better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Volvo EC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Alpine A390 pulls a bit stronger with 824 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 154 Nm difference.
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Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Volvo EC40 is minimal lighter – 2065 kg compared to 2121 kg. The difference is around 56 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Alpine A390 offers distinct more room – 532 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A390 performs distinct better – up to 1643 L, which is about 447 L more than the Volvo EC40.
Who wins the race?
The Alpine A390 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Alpine A390 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £57,900
Alpine A390
Volvo EC40
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Volvo EC40
The Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.
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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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Volvo EC40
Alpine A390
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
46600 - 59000 £
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Price
57900 - 66900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 19.8 kWh
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Electric Range
488 - 584 km
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Electric Range
515 - 555 km
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Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
89 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
2065 - 2185 kg
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Curb weight
2121 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 L
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Trunk capacity
532 L
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Length
4440 mm
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Length
4615 mm
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Width
1873 mm
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Width
1885 mm
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Height
1591 mm
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Height
1532 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1196 L
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Max trunk capacity
1643 L
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Payload
395 - 435 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
238 - 442 HP
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Power HP
400 - 470 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 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
420 - 670 Nm
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Torque
661 - 824 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
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Power kW
295 - 345 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Volvo
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Brand
Alpine
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What drivetrain options does the Volvo EC40 have?
Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.