Global EV Comparison: Abarth 500e Hatchback vs Alpine A290 180 hp
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Abarth 500e Hatchback (2023-…) has a starting price of €37990, compared to the Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...), which starts at €38700.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Abarth 500e Hatchback | Alpine A290 180 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy | France |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €37990 | €38700 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €27745 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5 | 5.4 |
Range and Efficiency
The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Abarth 500e Hatchback (2023-…).
| Property | Abarth 500e Hatchback | Alpine A290 180 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 265 km | 380 km |
| Range (GCC) | 226 km | 323 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42.2 kWh | 55 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 37.8 kWh | 52 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.98 km/kWh | 6.21 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.4 | 6.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Abarth 500e Hatchback (2023-…) maxes out at 85 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Abarth 500e Hatchback | Alpine A290 180 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 85 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.2 | 5.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) has more power, the Abarth 500e Hatchback (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Abarth 500e Hatchback | Alpine A290 180 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | EESM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 114 kW | 130 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 153 hp | 174 hp |
| Motor Torque | 235 Nm | 285 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7 s | 7.4 s |
| Top Speed | 155 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.2 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Abarth 500e Hatchback (2023-…).
The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Abarth 500e Hatchback | Alpine A290 180 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3673 mm | 3997 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1683 mm | 1823 mm |
| Height | 1518 mm | 1512 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2322 mm | 2534 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 | Abarth 500e Hatchback | Alpine A290 180 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1410 kg | 1479 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 185 l | 326 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 550 l | 1106 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.8 | 3.8 |
