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Track-Ready Electric Vehicles : alpine a290
The Alpine A290 is an electric hot hatch that marks Alpine’s foray into electric vehicles, sharing a platform with the Renault 5 but boasting significant modifications for enhanced performance. It features a 52kWh battery, offering a range of approximately 236 miles. The A290 is available in multiple powertrain options, with the entry-level GT model delivering 180bhp and 285nm of torque, while the GT Performance and GTS models offer 220bhp and 300nm. The vehicle maintains Alpine’s tradition of lightweight design, weighing in at 1479kg, which contributes to its agility and performance, allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 62mph in 6.4 seconds for the higher-powered models.
The Alpine A290 is expected to be priced between £35,000 and £40,000. The base GT model is anticipated to start at around €38,000. While full pricing details are yet to be announced, the A290 is slated for launch by early 2025, following the market entry of the Renault 5 this autumn. This positions the A290 in a competitive spot within the electric hot hatch market, comparable to the pricing of the Abarth 500e.