Alpine A290 Named Best Electric Hot Hatch at the 2026 EcoCar Electrified Top 50 Awards
Alpine A290 Named Best Electric Hot Hatch at the 2026 EcoCar Electrified Top 50 Awards
The Alpine A290 has added another major accolade to its growing list of achievements after being crowned Best Electric Hot Hatch in the 2026 EcoCar Electrified Top 50 Awards. The award-winning electric performance hatchback also secured an impressive sixth place overall in the publication's ranking of the UK's best electrified vehicles.
The annual EcoCar Electrified Top 50 Awards recognise the finest electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles available in the UK, celebrating innovation, performance and everyday usability across every major vehicle segment.
Electric Performance with True Alpine DNA
Designed as Alpine's first fully electric sports car, the A290 has been engineered to deliver the agility, precision and driving enjoyment for which the French performance brand is renowned.
Based on the acclaimed Renault 5 platform but extensively re-engineered by Alpine, the A290 features bespoke styling, a finely tuned chassis and a driver-focused cockpit that combines everyday practicality with genuine hot hatch excitement.
Available with up to 220hp and 300Nm of torque, the Alpine A290 accelerates from 0-62mph in just 6.4 seconds, delivering instant electric performance alongside exceptional handling and driver engagement.
Advanced features including a multi-link rear suspension, specialist Michelin tyres and Alpine Telemetrics technology ensure every journey is as rewarding as it is exhilarating.
Practical Performance for Everyday Driving
While engineered to excite, the Alpine A290 also offers impressive everyday usability.
With five doors, five seats and a practical 326-litre boot, it delivers the versatility expected of a modern hatchback without compromising its sporting character.
The range includes:
A290 GT+
A290 GT Performance+
A290 GTS+
Models are available from £30,245 On The Road, including the Government's £3,750 Electric Car Grant, making Alpine's award-winning electric hot hatch more accessible than ever.
Award-Winning Engineering
The EcoCar judges praised the A290 for proving that electric vehicles can deliver genuine driving excitement alongside everyday comfort.
Its distinctive design, responsive chassis and engaging driving dynamics have established the A290 as one of the UK's most exciting new electric performance cars and a worthy winner of the Best Electric Hot Hatch title.
Discover the Alpine A290 at John Banks Alpine
At John Banks Alpine Cambridge, we're proud to offer the award-winning Alpine A290—a car that perfectly blends Alpine's motorsport heritage with the latest electric technology.
Whether you're looking for exhilarating performance, cutting-edge technology or everyday practicality, the Alpine A290 delivers an unforgettable driving experience.
Visit John Banks Alpine Cambridge today to explore the Alpine A290, discuss the latest finance offers and Government Electric Car Grant, or book your test drive and experience Alpine's exciting new era of electric performance.
