Global EV Comparison: Alpine A290 220 hp vs Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Alpine A290 220 hp (2024-...) has a starting price of €41900, compared to the Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF (2025-...), which starts at €40950.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Alpine A290 220 hp | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | €41900 | €40950 |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 5.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Alpine A290 220 hp (2024-...) has a larger battery, the Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Alpine A290 220 hp | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 364 km | 370 km |
| Range (GCC) | 309 km | 315 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 55 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 52 kWh | 50.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.94 km/kWh | 6.2 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Alpine A290 220 hp | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 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 | 5.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Alpine A290 220 hp | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | EESM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 207 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 278 hp |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | 345 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.4 s | 5.6 s |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.9 | 4.4 |
Dimensions
The Alpine A290 220 hp (2024-...) is wider and taller, but the Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF (2025-...) is longer.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Alpine A290 220 hp | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3997 mm | 4080 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm | 1987 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1823 mm | 1787 mm |
| Height | 1512 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2534 mm | 2556 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Alpine A290 220 hp (2024-...) features a larger trunk, but the Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF (2025-...) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Alpine A290 220 hp | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh HF |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1479 kg | 1631 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 326 l | 309 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1106 l | 1118 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.8 | 3.6 |