X-rated: 2025 Alpine A290 unleashed as pint-sized hot hatch to rival Abarth 500e and MINI Cooper SE

18 June 2024, 3:21 pm

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X-rated: 2025 Alpine A290 unleashed as pint-sized hot hatch to rival Abarth 500e and MINI Cooper SE
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X-rated: 2025 Alpine A290 unleashed as pint-sized hot hatch to rival Abarth 500e and MINI Cooper SE
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French performance brand Alpine has launched its first EV, the A290, styled like a mini-WRC rally car based on the Renault 5 EV. The A290 offers two powertrain options and can reach 0-100km/h in 6.4 seconds. It has a range of up to 380km and offers bidirectional charging. The A290 weighs 1479kg and features updates over the Renault 5. It will be offered in four model grades and has a unique e-motor soundtrack. Alpine’s Telemetrics system offers Live Data and Coaching functions. Pricing in the UK is expected to start at £36,000. Alpine plans to launch seven all-electric cars by 2030, including the A290 and a ‘Crossover GT’ SUV.

Brands mentioned: Alpine, Renault, MINI, Porsche, Abarth

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