Compare performance (455 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (49200 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or Alpine A390?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Volvo XC60 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49200 £ , while the Alpine A390 costs 57900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8666 £.
As for electric range, the Alpine A390 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 555 km, about 473 km more than the Volvo XC60.
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 barely noticeable edge – offering 470 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A390 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Alpine A390 performs to a small extent better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Alpine A390 pulls somewhat stronger with 824 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm difference.
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 XC60 is slightly lighter – 1900 kg compared to 2121 kg. The difference is around 221 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Alpine A390 offers slight more room – 532 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A390 performs minimal better – up to 1643 L, which is about 100 L more than the Volvo XC60.
Overall, the Alpine A390 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.
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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Price
49200 - 75100 £
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Price
57900 - 66900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 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
74 - 82 km
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Electric Range
515 - 555 km
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
89 kWh
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co2
64 - 169 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
71 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
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
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Curb weight
2121 kg
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
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Trunk capacity
532 L
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Length
4708 mm
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Length
4615 mm
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Width
1902 mm
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Width
1885 mm
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Height
1651 - 1655 mm
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Height
1532 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
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Max trunk capacity
1643 L
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Payload
510 - 550 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin 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
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Power HP
400 - 470 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 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
350 - 709 Nm
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Torque
661 - 824 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
184 - 335 kW
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Power kW
295 - 345 kW
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Engine capacity
1969 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
F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Volvo
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Brand
Alpine
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The Volvo XC60 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.