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VW ID.4 vs Alpine A390 - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (340 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (34600 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.4 or Alpine A390?
ID.4
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.
VW ID.4 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34600 £ , while the Alpine A390 costs 57900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23285 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.4: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Alpine A390 with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.10 kWh.
As for electric range, the VW ID.4 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 569 km, about 14 km more than the Alpine A390.
ID.4
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 distinct edge – offering 470 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A390 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Alpine A390 performs slightly better – reaching 220 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Alpine A390 pulls to a small extent stronger with 824 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm difference.
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ID.4
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 curb weight, VW ID.4 is slight lighter – 1975 kg compared to 2121 kg. The difference is around 146 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers hardly perceptible more room – 543 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A390 performs minimal better – up to 1643 L, which is about 68 L more than the VW ID.4.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Alpine A390 shows itself to be secures victory with a clear margin 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.
from about £57,900
Alpine A390
VW ID.4
Alpine A390
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VW ID.4
4.6 (3 Reviews)
The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.
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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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VW ID.4
Alpine A390
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34600 - 47200 £
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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
15.6 - 17 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 19.8 kWh
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Electric Range
356 - 569 km
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Electric Range
515 - 555 km
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 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
1975 - 2248 kg
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Curb weight
2121 kg
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Trunk capacity
543 L
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Trunk capacity
532 L
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Length
4582 - 4584 mm
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Length
4615 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Width
1885 mm
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Height
1619 - 1634 mm
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Height
1532 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1575 L
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Max trunk capacity
1643 L
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Payload
515 - 551 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
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
400 - 470 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 220 km/h
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Torque
310 - 679 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
125 - 250 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
2023 - 2025
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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
VW
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Brand
Alpine
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Is the VW ID.4 offered with different drivetrains?
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.