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VW Tiguan vs Alpine A390 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (272 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (33300 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or Alpine A390?

VW Tiguan

4 (6 Reviews)
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Alpine A390

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

Tiguan

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Tiguan has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33300 £ , while the Alpine A390 costs 57900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24557 £.

As for electric range, the Alpine A390 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 555 km, about 429 km more than the VW Tiguan.

Tiguan

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 Alpine A390 has a convincingly edge – offering 470 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 198 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A390 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs slight better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Alpine A390 tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Alpine A390 pulls decisively stronger with 824 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 424 Nm difference.

Tiguan

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 Tiguan is distinct lighter – 1599 kg compared to 2121 kg. The difference is around 522 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers a bit more room – 652 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs minimal better – up to 1650 L, which is about 7 L more than the Alpine A390.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Alpine A390 shows itself to be is largely superior 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.

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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 Tiguan
Alpine A390

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VW Tiguan

4 (6 Reviews)
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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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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 Tiguan
Alpine A390

Costs and Consumption

Price
33300 - 51900 £
Price
57900 - 66900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 19.8 kWh
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Electric Range
515 - 555 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
89 kWh
co2
32 - 190 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Curb weight
2121 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
4539 mm
Length
4615 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Width
1885 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Height
1532 mm
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Max trunk capacity
1643 L
Payload
460 - 533 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Power HP
400 - 470 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 220 km/h
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Torque
661 - 824 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Power kW
295 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Alpine
What drivetrain options does the VW Tiguan have?

The VW Tiguan is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-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.