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Alpine A290 vs Cupra Born
Two hatchback cars at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The Alpine A290 is £745 cheaper than the Cupra Born (£32,250 against £32,995).
- The Cupra Born goes further: about 220 miles against 185 in typical real-world driving.
- The Cupra Born is more efficient (3.8 against 3.6 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Cupra Born has the bigger boot: 385 litres against 326.
Side by side
| Alpine A290 220 hp | Cupra Born 58 kWh 140 kW | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £32,250 | £32,995 |
| Real-world range | 185 mi | 220 mi |
| Official WLTP range | – | – |
| Cold motorway range | – | – |
| Efficiency | 3.6 mi/kWh | 3.8 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 52 kWh | 58 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 101 kW | up to 105 kW |
| 10–80% charge | – | – |
| AC charging | – | – |
| Boot | 326 L | 385 L |
| Towing (braked) | 500 kg | – |
| Length | – | – |
| 0–62 mph | 6.4 s | 8 s |
| Heat pump | Available (check whether standard) | Available (check whether standard) |
| V2L | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Car Grant | Band 1 | Band 2 |
| Brand warranty | Check | Check |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: Alpine A290 220 hp and Cupra Born 58 kWh 140 kW. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the Alpine A290 or the Cupra Born?
The Alpine A290 is £745 cheaper than the Cupra Born (£32,250 against £32,995).
Which has the longer range, the Alpine A290 or the Cupra Born?
The Cupra Born goes further: about 220 miles against 185 in typical real-world driving.
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