Alpine A390 Revealed: Is This the Electric SUV That Drives Like a Sports Car?

Alpine is stepping out of its comfort zone, and it is doing so with bold ambition. After making waves with the launch of its first electric hot hatch, the A290, Alpine is now ready to scale up—literally. Meet the Alpine A390, the brand’s first SUV-like model. Although Alpine avoids calling it an SUV and instead opts for “sport fastback,” let us be real—it has the stance of a crossover and the soul of a sports car.

First teased in concept form as the A390_β, this new model now arrives in production-ready form. It rides on the AmpR Medium platform shared across the Renault-Nissan Alliance. This is the same architecture used by the Renault Megane E-Tech, Scenic E-Tech, and the Nissan Ariya. But Alpine is not content with just being another electric crossover. The A390 aims to be the sportiest of them all.

Visually, the A390 goes all in on the aggressive styling. The rear door handles are hidden in the C-pillars to create a sleeker silhouette. Standard wheels are 20 inches in size, but buyers can choose a set of 21-inch wheels if they are willing to sacrifice a little bit of driving range for aesthetics. Michelin even developed custom tires specifically for the A390, available in both summer and all-season versions.

The design does not shy away from flair. The front bumper features triangular cutouts with 12 LED lights on each side, while the sharp headlights preserve the edgy look of the original concept. Around the back, the light bar is split by an illuminated Alpine badge, with triangular details mirrored in the bumper below.

Performance DNA is evident throughout the A390’s exterior. Large front air intakes and a subtle rear spoiler add to its sporty posture. The hood is bisected by a pronounced center blade, not just for looks but to help channel airflow under the vehicle for better aerodynamics. A small French flag on the rear pillars reminds us that this machine is built in Dieppe, France.

Step inside, and the cabin immediately signals Renault roots. The dashboard will feel familiar to anyone who has seen the latest Megane or Scenic. A 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster pairs with a 12-inch vertically oriented infotainment screen. Thankfully, Alpine kept physical buttons under the screen for basic functions, avoiding the all-touch trend that often frustrates drivers.

Although Alpine is not positioning itself as a luxury brand, the A390 does offer upscale options. Higher trims come with body-hugging front seats that feature massage, heating, and electric adjustments. Additional luxuries include a 13-speaker audio system and a 360-degree camera. The infotainment system is based on Android Automotive and includes a performance telemetry feature that syncs with a dedicated app.

Now for the performance figures that matter. Both the A390 GT and GTS use a tri-motor configuration, with one motor powering the front and two motors handling the rear. The base GT variant delivers 396 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque, achieving 0 to 62 miles per hour in 4.8 seconds and topping out at 124 miles per hour. The GTS model ups the ante with 463 horsepower and 596 pound-feet of torque, dropping the sprint time to 3.9 seconds and raising the top speed to 137 miles per hour.

Every A390 comes with an 89 kilowatt-hour battery pack. Range is rated at up to 345 miles on the WLTP cycle if equipped with the standard 20-inch wheels. Opt for the larger 21-inch wheels, and range decreases to 323 miles. Charging is quick thanks to 190 kilowatt DC fast charging capability, allowing a 15 to 80 percent recharge in 25 minutes. You can even gain two hours of highway driving range in under 20 minutes.

This is no ordinary battery either. It is developed by Verkor, a French firm specializing in high-performance battery modules. The A390’s pack features unique chemistry, optimized to maintain high charge speeds for longer periods. The battery also supports bidirectional charging at up to 22 kilowatts, enabling features like vehicle-to-home or vehicle-to-grid power flow.

Size-wise, the A390 is Alpine’s largest car ever. It measures 181.7 inches long, 74.2 inches wide, and 60.3 inches tall, with a 106.6-inch wheelbase. Even in its lightest configuration, it weighs 4,676 pounds. Still, Alpine has managed to balance the weight distribution to a near-perfect 49:51 front to rear. With 18.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, it is also the most practical Alpine to date.

The Alpine A390 is set to launch in 2026. Sadly, it will not be coming to North America—at least not yet. Alpine has plans to enter the United States market later this decade, but this model will not be the one to lead the charge. However, there is hope that an electric successor to the iconic A110 sports car might eventually make it stateside, potentially reviving the A310 badge with a new 2+2 layout.