Global EV Comparison: Alpine A290 180 hp vs Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) has a starting price of €38700, compared to the Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…), which starts at €31490.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Alpine A290 180 hp | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | Spain |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €38700 | €31490 |
| GCC Score | 5.4 | 5.3 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) has a larger battery, the Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Alpine A290 180 hp | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 380 km | 429 km |
| Range (GCC) | 323 km | 373 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 55 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 52 kWh | 50.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km | 13.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.21 km/kWh | 7.34 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 7.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 100 kW.
The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Alpine A290 180 hp | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.5 | 4.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Alpine A290 180 hp | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | EESM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 130 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 174 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.4 s | 8.1 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3 |
Dimensions
The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh (2025-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Alpine A290 180 hp | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3997 mm | 4061 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1823 mm | 1765 mm |
| Height | 1512 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2534 mm | 2538 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Alpine A290 180 hp | Opel Corsa Electric 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1479 kg | 1544 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 326 l | 267 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1106 l | 1042 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.8 | 3.6 |
