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Alpine A390 vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Two saloon 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 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is £3,395 cheaper than the Alpine A390 (£57,995 against £61,390).
- The Mercedes-Benz C-Class goes further: about 340 miles against 290 in typical real-world driving.
- The Mercedes-Benz C-Class charges faster from 10% to 80%: about 22 minutes against 33.
- The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is more efficient (3.6 against 3.3 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the bigger boot: 571 litres against 532.
Side by side
| Alpine A390 GT | Mercedes-Benz C-Class 400 4MATIC (electric saloon) | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £61,390 | £57,995 |
| Real-world range | 290 mi | 340 mi |
| Official WLTP range | 346 mi | 473 mi |
| Cold motorway range | 210 mi | 250 mi |
| Efficiency | 3.3 mi/kWh | 3.6 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 89 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 150 kW | up to 330 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 33 min | 22 min |
| AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Boot | 532 L | 571 L |
| Towing (braked) | 1,350 kg | 1,800 kg |
| Length | 4,615 mm | 4,883 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 4.8 s | 4 s |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
| V2L | Yes | Announced |
| Electric Car Grant | Not listed | Not listed |
| Brand warranty | Check | Check |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: Alpine A390 GT and Mercedes-Benz C-Class 400 4MATIC (electric saloon). 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 A390 or the Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is £3,395 cheaper than the Alpine A390 (£57,995 against £61,390).
Which has the longer range, the Alpine A390 or the Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class goes further: about 340 miles against 290 in typical real-world driving.
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