Global EV Comparison: Peugeot e-208 54 kWh vs Alpine A290 180 hp
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Peugeot e-208 54 kWh (2025-...) has a starting price of €37525, compared to the Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...), which starts at €38700.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Peugeot e-208 54 kWh | Alpine A290 180 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovakia | France |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €37525 | €38700 |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 5.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) has a larger battery, the Peugeot e-208 54 kWh (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Peugeot e-208 54 kWh | Alpine A290 180 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 433 km | 380 km |
| Range (GCC) | 373 km | 323 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 54 kWh | 55 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 50.8 kWh | 52 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.6 kWh/100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.34 km/kWh | 6.21 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.8 | 6.4 |
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 Peugeot e-208 54 kWh (2025-...) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Peugeot e-208 54 kWh | Alpine A290 180 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 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 | 4.4 | 5.5 |
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 | Peugeot e-208 54 kWh | Alpine A290 180 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | EESM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 130 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 174 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 285 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 s | 7.4 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Peugeot e-208 54 kWh (2025-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Peugeot e-208 54 kWh | Alpine A290 180 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4055 mm | 3997 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1765 mm | 1823 mm |
| Height | 1430 mm | 1512 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2534 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) features a larger trunk, but the Peugeot e-208 54 kWh (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 | Peugeot e-208 54 kWh | Alpine A290 180 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1530 kg | 1479 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 309 l | 326 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1118 l | 1106 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.5 | 3.8 |
