There are three trims rolling into the UK: GT, Premiere Edition and GTS. All versions come with all-wheel drive, an 89kWh battery and a tri-motor setup. The GT’s the most affordable way in, but it’s not basic – easy to see it being the go-to spec for most people. Spend another £4k and you get the Premiere Edition with a bit more style and a few nice extras. If you’re into speed and love your gadgets, the GTS is the full-fat version, built more for fun than frugality. 

Powertrains & Costs

All versions of the A390 use the same tri-motor setup – basically, two motors at the back and one up front. The rear ones work together like a virtual limited-slip diff, so it’s not just fast—it can really corner too. If you’re after range, the GT’s got the best on-paper figure with up to 345 miles WLTP. The higher-powered GTS loses a bit—between 312 and 322 miles. In the real world though, you’re looking at anything from 210 to 420 miles depending on how heavy your right foot is.

Charging won’t break the bank either. A full top-up at home using a standard tariff will cost you about £23—works out around 6–7p per mile, give or take. Speeds vary a bit by model: GT and Premiere: 11kW AC (Premiere gets access to 22kW), GTS: 22kW AC as standard, plus ultra-fast 190kW DC (15–80% in about 25 mins)

Options & Equipment

Even the basic setup is solid, but you’ve got room to tweak depending on what matters most to you. Here’s a quick breakdown: GT Spec Includes: Fancy LED matrix headlights, part-Alcantara and leather seats, heated and powered fronts, 13-speaker Devialet system, Google’s 12-inch infotainment setup with EV tools, a crisp 12.3” digital dash, and decent 360-degree cameras.Premiere Pack Highlights: Upgrades the look with 20-inch matte black wheels, adds bucket seats from Sabelt, blue brake calipers, French flag detail on the side, and throws in a Driving Pack with things like auto-parking and active cruise. GTS Enhancements: Bigger 21-inch “Snowflake” rims with proper Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres, red calipers for a racier vibe, massage seats, Alcantara roof lining, better audio, and a data nerd’s dream – the Alpine Telemetrics Expert package.

Test-drive Checks

Once the demos hit showrooms in 2026, here’s what you’ll want to test properly:

Steering and Torque Vectoring: Alpine talks a big game about agility. That tri-motor set-up and a near 50:50 weight balance should make it quick to turn, even for an EV.

Ride Comfort: Despite all the tech and weight, those rally-inspired dampers (hydraulic bump stops, no less) should handle rough UK roads pretty well.

Infotainment Flow: That Google-powered 12-inch screen needs to be slick – you’ll be relying on it daily for nav, settings, charging info and more. Try out voice commands and general responsiveness.

 Ownership Costs

Road Tax (VED): First year’s just £10, then it jumps to £195 a year with an added fee between £425–£620 for years 2 through 6 because of the list price.

Insurance: No official insurance group yet, but expect it to be up there – similar EVs like the Macan sit around Group 44+.

Maintenance & Servicing: Should be straightforward. Many salary sacrifice schemes bundle in routine servicing, and it’s based on tried-and-tested Renault EV tech so parts should be easy to get.

Company Car Buyers: Great news here – just 3% Benefit in Kind thanks to the A390 being electric.Heads up though – depreciation might sting a bit. Older Alpines drop about 50% in value after three years, whereas something like a Porsche holds onto about 58 – 60%. Something to weigh up if you’re thinking long term.

Final Advice

Alpine’s A390 covers a lot of ground – it looks good, goes well and has one of the more advanced setups on offer for this kind of money. Sure, the likes of Porsche or Audi might carry more badge cachet, but spec for spec, this is a strong alternative if you’re not fussed about logos. If you’re after strong value and don’t mind skipping some frills, the GT at £61,390 is cracking for what you get. For a more unique look and quicker home charging, the Premiere Edition throws in some tasty extras for £4k more. And if it’s power, grip and toys you’re after, then the GTS is hard to ignore at £69,390. All in, the A390 deserves a look if you’re weighing up premium EVs in 2026. Whether it’s school runs, motorway hauls or just something you’ll enjoy actually driving, this one’s got both head and heart appeal.