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VW ID.5 vs Alpine A390 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (340 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (36800 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.5 or Alpine A390?

VW ID.5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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Alpine A390

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ID.5

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.

VW ID.5 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Alpine A390 costs 57900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21026 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.5: with 15.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Alpine A390 with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh.

As for electric range, the VW ID.5 performs minimal better – achieving up to 559 km, about 4 km more than the Alpine A390.

ID.5

Engine and Performance:

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 clearly perceptible 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 distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Alpine A390 performs somewhat better – reaching 220 km/h, while the VW ID.5 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.

ID.5

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 curb weight, VW ID.5 is slight lighter – 1963 kg compared to 2121 kg. The difference is around 158 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers minimal more room – 549 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A390 performs minimal better – up to 1643 L, which is about 82 L more than the VW ID.5.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Alpine A390 leads convincingly 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.

VW ID.5
Alpine A390

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Alpine A390

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 400 - 470 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 - 19.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 515 - 555 km

VW ID.5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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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.5
Alpine A390

Costs and Consumption

Price
36800 - 48400 £
Price
57900 - 66900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 19.8 kWh
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Electric Range
515 - 555 km
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
89 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Curb weight
2121 kg
Trunk capacity
549 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Length
4615 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1885 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Height
1532 mm
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Max trunk capacity
1643 L
Payload
517 - 549 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
400 - 470 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 220 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
661 - 824 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
295 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Alpine
What drive types are available for the VW ID.5?

The VW ID.5 is available as 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.