Alpine A290 GTS Review, Track-Tested: Has Alpine’s Motorsport DNA Perfected the EV Hot Hatch?

Welcome to the DriverReviews channel! Join Vicki Butler-Henderson as she heads to sunny Spain to test the exciting new Alpine A290 – a French hot hatch with serious Formula One DNA and electric power under the bonnet. Think of it as a performance-driven sibling to the Renault 5 e-tech, but with sharper handling, a more dynamic chassis, and a few clever tricks up its sleeve. With up to 220 horsepower, a 0-62mph time of just 6.4 seconds, and specially developed Michelin tyres, this little EV promises plenty of thrills. Add in features like a 10-second boost button, a playful chassis tuned for cornering fun, and even the ability to power your gadgets or send energy back to the grid, and you’ve got a hatchback designed for more than just city commutes. How well does the Alpine A290 deliver on its promise of blending everyday practicality with motorsport-inspired performance? Can it truly recapture the spirit of legendary hot hatches like the Renault 5 GT Turbo? 🎬 Watch our latest videos and subscribe: @DriverReviews 🔍 Find out more about DriverReviews: https://www.driverreviews.com/ -- About Us -- We are here to help save motorists time and effort in the process of researching and selecting new tyres for their vehicles; by providing expert content, help, advice, and thousands of consumer reviews to support finding the right tyres for their vehicle. We are one of the world's largest tyre review platforms, bringing you verified and unbiased customer tyre reviews. Our independent reviews cover over 70 different tyre brands across all price ranges and feature leading brands, including Goodyear, Dunlop, Michelin, Continental, Hankook and many more. So, when you're searching for new tyres, make sure to check out our partner tyre retailers in your country. With renowned names like: UK - Blackcircles (https://www.blackcircles.com) Germany - DriverReviews (https://www.driverreviews.de) France - Allopneus (https://www.allopneus.com) Italy - Blackcircles (https://www.blackcircles.it) Canada - Blackcircles (https://www.blackcircles.ca) Egypt - Blackcircles (https://www.blackcircles.eg) Australia - Tyroola (https://www.tyroola.com.au) New Zealand - Tyroola (https://www.tyroola.co.nz) You can rest assured that you'll receive genuine, relevant and tailored reviews for tyres suitable for your vehicle. -- Chapters -- 00:00 - Introduction 01:06 - Power & Performance 01:57 - Range & Charging 02:41 - Track Driving & Overtake Mode 03:43 - Chassis & Handling 05:48 - Brakes & Callipers 07:11 - Wheel & Tyre Talk 07:46 - DriverReviews 08:28 - Exterior Design 10:12 - Interior & Tech 11:32 - Fun Features 12:20 - Rear Seats & Space 12:44 - Vicki’s Verdict #alpine #alpinea290 #hothatch