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Alpine A290 vs Kia EV4
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 £995 cheaper than the Kia EV4 (£32,250 against £33,245).
- The Kia EV4 goes further: about 310 miles against 185 in typical real-world driving.
- The Kia EV4 is more efficient (4.0 against 3.6 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Kia EV4 has the bigger boot: 435 litres against 326.
Side by side
| Alpine A290 220 hp | Kia EV4 Hatchback 81 kWh | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £32,250 | £33,245 |
| Real-world range | 185 mi | 310 mi |
| Official WLTP range | – | – |
| Cold motorway range | – | – |
| Efficiency | 3.6 mi/kWh | 4.0 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 52 kWh | 78 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 101 kW | up to 135 kW |
| 10–80% charge | – | – |
| AC charging | – | – |
| Boot | 326 L | 435 L |
| Towing (braked) | 500 kg | 1,000 kg |
| Length | – | – |
| 0–62 mph | 6.4 s | 7.7 s |
| Heat pump | Available (check whether standard) | Available (check whether standard) |
| V2L | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Car Grant | Band 1 | Band 1 |
| Brand warranty | Check | 7 years |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: Alpine A290 220 hp and Kia EV4 Hatchback 81 kWh. 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 Kia EV4?
The Alpine A290 is £995 cheaper than the Kia EV4 (£32,250 against £33,245).
Which has the longer range, the Alpine A290 or the Kia EV4?
The Kia EV4 goes further: about 310 miles against 185 in typical real-world driving.
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