Is this just a souped-up Renault 5?
Kind of! The A290 borrows some bones from its Renault cousin, but it's like the goth kid who turned into a rockstar. Wider body, meaner stance, more power - this is the electric hot hatch that graduated top of the class.
So, how fast are we talking?
The top GTS trim goes from 0-to-60 in a blink-and-you-miss-it 6.4 seconds. Plus, it has a launch control mode that makes you feel like a race car driver (without the whole expensive race car part).
Will it leave me stranded on the side of the road?
Not likely. Alpine says it gets up to 380 km on a single charge, which is pretty good for a sporty ride. Plus, it can fast charge to 80% in about 30 minutes.
Is the inside all about racing stripes and spoilers?
Nah, they kept it sleek. You get a sweet Alpine steering wheel and some sporty accents, but it's still comfy enough for daily drives.