Summary
The Alpine A390 is a performance-focused mid-size coupé-SUV, and Alpine’s second all-electric model offering after the smaller A290 hatchback.
Built on the same foundations as the Renault Scenic E-Tech and Nissan Leaf, the Alpine describes the A390 as a ‘sports fastback’ due to its sloping rear roofline. British reviewers, who have given the ‘hot SUV’ a solid set of positive initial review scores, generally agree that the Alpine sits between mainstream medium SUVs and the premium options at the top of the market.
Parker’s Piers Ward argues that the A390 is more “refined” on the road than the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N and more fun to drive than the Audi Q4 e-tron, but that the Alpine “stops short of the outright sporting intent of pricier cars like the Porsche Macan Electric.”
Summing up the general reviewer consensus, Jordan Katsianis of Auto Express concludes that, although the electric SUV is “a treat from behind the wheel, it’s far from perfect”, explaining that its “ambitious” price tag puts it in contention with talented premium rivals that offer more interior practicality and longer battery ranges.
Nevertheless, Autotrader’s Dan Trent says that the A390 is “genuinely exciting out on the road”, and its added interior space over the A290 makes it “an Alpine you can share with friends and family alike.”
As of January 2026, the Alpine A390 isn’t on sale just yet, with the car arriving on UK roads this Spring. When the British motoring media release UK-based reviews on this car, and we have collected running cost data for this model, we will give the SUV an Expert Rating score.
A390 highlights
- Fun agile for a heavy SUV
- Strong performance
- Intuitive infotainment system
A390 lowlights
- Upmarket rivals are more plush inside
- Not much rear space
- More comfortable options in this category
Key specifications
Body style: Medium coupé-SUV
Engines: electric, battery-powered
Price: From £61,390 on-road (expected)
Launched: Spring 2026
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA
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Media reviews
Highlighted reviews and road tests from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.
Featured reviews
“Although the new Alpine A390 electric SUV is a treat from behind the wheel, it’s far from perfect.”
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
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Auto Express
Jordan Katsianis
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Auto Trader
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The A390 attempts the illusion of feeling as light and agile as Alpine’s signature sports cars through a nifty triple-motor set-up that’s not as easy to understand as the big power and crazy acceleration times boasted by some rivals. But proves genuinely exciting out on the road, the crossover practicality meanwhile making this an Alpine you can share with friends and family alike.”
Author: Dan Trent
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Business Car
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Alpine’s electric A110 with five seats impresses – if you can live with its limitations.”
Author: Martyn Collins
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Car
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“For those prepared to look outside the usual marques, the A390 is a very credible, very different take on the electric fastback formula. It’s not a sector-definer, but it enriches what’s come before it with wholesome Alpine character.”
Author: Piers Ward
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Electrifying.com
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“It is, ultimately, quite a different car to anything else out there, and while others have more comfortable rear passenger accommodation and cushier ride comfort, none of them are like the Alpine in terms of sheer driver reward.”
Author: Vicky Parrott
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Evo
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The A390 compels in ways and concerns in others. The engineering and dynamic detail you hope of an Alpine is there, even if there’s still a slight ‘for an EV’ caveat.”
Author: Ethan Jupp
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Honest John
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Although it scores well in terms of value, has good performance stats and looks great, the reality of the A390’s driving experience is underwhelming. It’s also not especially roomy for an SUV, and feels cheap in places.”
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Parkers
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8.8 / 10
“There’s genuine sports car DNA lurking in the Alpine A390, despite it being a chunky electric SUV. It’s well worth your attention, though, especially if you like driving.”
Author: Piers Ward
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The Independent
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Alpine says the A390 is ‘a racing car in a suit’, but is there poise and flair to match this EV’s considerable performance?”
Author: Andrew English
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The Sunday Times
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“What you get with the Alpine A390 is a five-door, five-seater that’s as French as brioche and baked camembert with F1 and World Endurance Championship design and engineering knowhow, and a powerful electric four-wheel-drive system that delivers handling as close to a lightweight A110 sports car as a two-tonne EV can get.”
Author: Will Dron
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Top Gear
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“There’s nothing quite like it, and it’s good. But there are roomier and lairier rivals.”
Author: Paul Horrell
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
Overall score: 4 stars
Date tested: December 2025
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Adult protection: 74%
Child protection: 85%
Vulnerable road users: 80%
Safety assist: 77%
Eco rating
Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP
No eco rating
As of January 2026, the Alpine A390 has not been assessed by Green NCAP.
The Green NCAP programme measures exhaust pollution (which is zero for an electric car) and energy efficiency. Electric cars are much more energy-efficient than combustion cars, so the A390 is likely to score very highly in Green NCAP testing if and when it takes place. Check back again soon.
Running cost rating
Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data
No data yet
As of January 2026, we don’t have independently verified data available for the Alpine A390. Check back again soon.
Reliability rating
Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy
No reliability rating
As of January 2026, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Alpine A390 to generate a reliability rating.
The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops.
As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the A390, we’ll publish the results here.
Warranty rating
New car warranty information for the Alpine A390
| Overall rating | C | 50% |
| New car warranty duration | 3 years |
| New car warranty mileage | 60,000 miles |
| Battery warranty duration | 8 years |
| Battery warranty mileage | 100,000 miles |
Alpine’s new car warranty sits at about the market average – the duration is three years and limit of 60,000 miles being the basic new car warranty package in the UK.
In addition to the standard new car warranty, the A390 has an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty for its battery components.
Warranty on a used Alpine A390
- If you are buying an ‘Approved Used’ Alpine A390 from an official Alpine dealership, you will get a minimum 12-month warranty included.
- If you are buying a used Alpine A390 from an independent dealership, any warranty offered will vary and will probably be managed by a third-party warranty company.
- If you are buying a used Alpine A390 from a private seller, there are no warranty protections beyond any remaining portion of the original new car warranty.
If you’re looking to buy any used car that is approaching the end of its warranty period, a used car warranty is usually a worthwhile investment. Check out The Car Expert’s guide to the best used car warranty providers, which will probably be cheaper than a warranty sold by a dealer.
Recalls
Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Alpine A390
As of January 2026, we are not aware of any DVSA vehicle safety recalls affecting the Alpine A390. However, recall information is updated very regularly, so this may have changed.
You can check to see if your car has any outstanding recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Alpine dealer.
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