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The Alpine A290 is a fully electric hatchback with 5 seats. In our October 2026 check, UK guide prices ran at £32,250, with a real-world range of about 185 miles (official WLTP not listed) and a 52 kWh usable battery. All versions are on the Electric Car Grant list, in Band 1 (£3,750).

Alpine A290 versions and prices

Guide prices checked October 2026 and may already include the Electric Car Grant. Real-world range is EV Database's typical estimate; the official WLTP figure is higher. Always confirm the price with the seller.

Charging

The Alpine A290 can rapid charge at up to 101 kW. That peak only lasts part of a session: averaged from 10% to 80%, it is about 75 kW, about 29 minutes on a fast enough charger.

At home it accepts up to 7.4 kW on AC. On a typical 7 kW wallbox, a full charge from empty takes roughly 8 hours; most top-ups take far less. See charging times, smart EV tariffs and chargers near me.

Real-world range

For the Alpine A290 220 hp, EV Database estimates these ranges. Cold means about −10°C with the heating on; mild means about 23°C; motorway means a steady 70 mph.

Heat pump: available (check whether standard). One-stop motorway range with a 15-minute charge: about 199 miles. Try the range reality check or the range map for your own driving.

Running costs

At 10,000 miles a year, charging 80% at home on a smart tariff at 7.6p per kWh and 20% on rapid chargers at 79p, the Alpine A290 220 hp would use about 3,056 kWh and cost about £669 a year to charge (6.7p a mile). Vehicle tax: £10 in the first year, then £200 a year. From April 2028 the pay-per-mile charge (eVED) is due to add 3p a mile, about £300 a year at 10,000 miles.

Work out the five-year cost against petrol

Battery, warranty and features

The sources we used do not name the battery chemistry. Ask the dealer, as it affects how the battery should be charged day to day. Battery warranties are often separate: check the terms.

• Heat pump: Available (check whether standard)
• Vehicle-to-load (V2L): Yes
• Vehicle-to-grid: Yes

See battery types explained and how long EV batteries last.

Space, size and towing

It has 5 seats and a boot of about 326 litres. It is rated to tow up to 500 kg (braked) in our data. Towing cuts range a lot, so allow extra margin. See electric cars for towing.

Electric Car Grant

All versions are on the Electric Car Grant list, in Band 1 (£3,750). The seller applies the grant as a discount. Confirm the exact version and price before you order. See the Electric Car Grant and EV tax.

Reliability

Reliability scores come from the Warrantywise Reliability Index, which uses data from used cars, so many new models do not have a score yet. See the Alpine page and the Index explained.

Rivals

Head to head: Alpine A290 vs Cupra Born · Alpine A290 vs Renault Megane E-Tech · Alpine A290 vs Kia EV4

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Alpine A290 cost in the UK?

In our October 2026 check, UK guide prices for the Alpine A290 were £32,250. Prices change often and may include the Electric Car Grant, so confirm with the seller.

What is the real-world range of the Alpine A290?

EV Database's typical real-world estimate is about 185 miles, depending on the version (official WLTP not listed). In cold weather at motorway speeds expect around less.

How long does the Alpine A290 take to charge?

It can rapid charge at up to 101 kW, which takes it from 10% to 80% in about – minutes on a fast enough charger. On a 7 kW home charger a full charge from empty takes roughly 8 hours.

How efficient is the Alpine A290?

EV Database estimates about 3.6 miles per kWh in typical driving. At 7.6p per kWh off-peak, that is roughly 2.3 pence a mile charged at home.

Does the Alpine A290 have a heat pump?

EV Database lists a heat pump for this car, but our data does not yet say whether it is standard or an option, so check with the seller.

Is the Alpine A290 eligible for the Electric Car Grant?

All versions are on the Electric Car Grant list, in Band 1 (£3,750). The eligible list changes, so check GOV.UK and confirm with the dealer.

Some details for this car (official WLTP range, 10–80% charging time, dimensions) are not yet in our data and show as –. We will add them at the next check.

Figures compiled October 2026 from published UK sources, mainly EV Database UK, and are approximate (how we compile them). Page reviewed 2026-10-16. See our sources. General information, not financial, legal or technical advice.

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