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Alpine A390 Beta Concept
The A390_β show car, the very first 100% electric Alpine sport fastback introduces a new dimension to the brand’s sporting universe. It foreshadows the second of three Dream Garage models, the ideal garage by Alpine for all enthusiastic drivers.

After the A290 and before the future electric A110, the A390_β anticipates the second phase of Alpine’s Dream Garage, the trio of sports cars marking the brand’s electric transition.

The name A390_β follows Alpine’s nomenclature, which combines an A followed by three numbers. The 3 refers to the size of the vehicle, and the 90 to the brand’s multi-purpose, everyday vehicles. The Greek letter beta refers to the intermediate stage of development before the official launch of the production car.

The A390_β offers a glimpse of the future road car designed for daily use and capable of transforming itself into a racing beast like the iconic A110, for a far sportier driving experience. Alpine defines it as a true sports car under a “dressed” design, like a racing car in a tailor-made suit.

Like the Alpenglow concept car presented at the 2022 Paris Motor Show, the A390_β show car draws inspiration from the Alps’ mountain ranges. Rock, minerals, and snow are natural elements that have fuelled the design and choice of materials, giving it its strength of character.

Drawing on its heritage and racing DNA, Alpine proposes a creation emblematic of French savoir-faire, a perfect blend of daring and innovation. At a time when low-carbon transport is becoming essential in the automotive sector, the Alpine A390_β show car is more than just a promise. It demonstrates the Alpine brand’s commitment to high-end, exhilarating, and sustainable sportiness.

“A390_β previews the future Alpine sport fastback, which we have designed like an A110 with 5 seats. The duality between the racing spirit and the refinement of this show car embodies the performance and driving experience that we will deliver from 2025 onwards in our production vehicle, produced in France at the historic Dieppe Manufacture. More than the promise of a 100% Alpine experience, it’s a genuine commitment.”
Philippe Krief, Alpine CEO

A390_β EXTERIOR DESIGN: THE SPORT FASTBACK, AN ALPINE FIRST & FOREMOST

At first glance, the A390_β catches the eye with its undeniably Alpine look, interpreted here as a minimalist, high-tech strip of light.

A390_β, the new Alpine silhouette
The silhouette of the A390_β, as dynamic as it is fluid, unveils a genuine sculpture. It resembles a monolithic bubble, drawing its inspiration from a drop of water. This natural shape offers the optimum balance between functionality and aerodynamics. Lastly, the side of the car follows the signature line of Alpine cars, adding an impression of movement, even when stationary.

“Bleu Specular”, an iconic colour
The A390_β’s intense, multi-faceted blue highlights the show car’s sharp shapes. The moving paint particles vibrate with movement. The tint oscillates between bright, light-catching blues and deeper shades; this interplay of contrasts accentuates the vehicle’s lines.

The lighting signature, the soul of the show car
The Alpine A390_β show car stands out for its distinctive lighting signature, in line with Alpenglow. A swarm of illuminated triangles called “Cosmic Dust” under the front and rear lighting strip evokes a comet piercing the atmosphere. Lastly, the slender light bars at the front and rear, which seem to split the air like a blade, evoke lightness.

Aerodynamics for even more sportiness
As if flowing through the air, the A390_β features visible aerodynamic elements. At the front, a “flying bridge” enhances airflow over the upper part of the vehicle. The micro-perforated grille guides the air in the best possible way, while the wide side scoops create an air curtain to accelerate the natural flow.

The more conceptual rear end is the interpretation of “Light Follows Function”: the light underlines the show car’s aerodynamic elements. The shark fin, a reference to the Alpines racing at Le Mans, is synonymous with fluidity and stability.

Lastly, in harmony with the rear diffuser, the illuminated light strip can be extended or retracted by 80 mm, enabling the A390_β to transform from a ‘short-tail’ to a ‘long-tail’ design. This ability to extend reduces the aerodynamic drag coefficient and improves the vehicle’s operating range.

The snowflake as a source of inspiration
The design of the A390_β show car’s wheels are inspired by the crystalline properties of a snowflake, both strong and light. The 22-inch front and 23-inch rear wheels are enhanced by a cabochon in the wheel centre, illuminated by a bluish halo reminiscent of jewellery. The transparent effect of the central flange, which resembles a thin layer of ice, highlights the Active Torque Vectoring function in the background.

The definition of sport fastback, according to Alpine
For a show car whose exterior design is 85% true to that of the future production model, A390_β embodies a philosophy where form follows function and the technical and aerodynamic elements are intentionally sporty.

It takes the form of a sport fastback, combining fluidity and sportiness with spaciousness. This silhouette, with its plunging rear window, like an unbroken line, contributes to the vehicle’s aerodynamic performance.

As a result, A390_β boasts lines combining lightness and dynamism and is, first and foremost, an invitation to experience sportiness with others.

A390_β INTERIOR DESIGN: SPECTACULAR DUALITY

While the exterior of the A390_β show car tends to resemble the future production model, the interior is deliberately conceptual, allowing a glimpse of a futuristic vision of Alpine interiors while preserving the brand’s fundamentals.

“Duality is at the heart of the A390_β’s design, a powerful vector of emotion and creation. The colourful exterior contrasts with the monochrome interior, where sharp black mineral contrasts with the whiteness of immaculate snow. Technology coexists with nature, the raw with the refined, the hot with the cold… The driving position itself has two facets: a simple press of the central control transforms it into a Formula 1 cockpit.”
Antony Villain, VP, Alpine Design

An immediate immersion in the Alps
The antagonistic opening of the side doors and the absence of a B-pillar reinforce the feeling that the A390_β is an invitation to climb aboard and reveal an overall symbolism inspired by the Alps. The interior is designed like a mountain landscape, exploiting all the sensations this universe provokes in our imagination.

Two very distinct worlds, cut by a clear diagonal, can be found:
- at the front, mineral meets technicity with sharp lines forging a Formula 1 cockpit The A390_β reveals all its sportiness thanks to a driving cockpit and a double driving position, both dynamic and innovative.
- at the rear, an immaculate blanket of powder reminds the purity of snow-covered peaks and embodies ultimate comfort.
Lastly, the floor features a unique structure made from ultra-light recycled carbon. Thanks to the multiple raised inserts of carbon elements, this floor evokes speed and asphalt as you watch it roll by under your feet.

The cockpit, the centrepiece of the show car
The cockpit of the A390_β is an immersive space that promises to offer drivers a “Feel@One” experience, where they become one with their car. The cockpit consists of a luminous triangle graphically representing the driving axis. Three glass slats behind the steering wheel, positioned successively, create a holographic effect for a dynamic, multi-dimensional reading of driving information.

The steering wheel, F1 at your fingertips
Directly inspired by Formula 1, the A390_β’s steering wheel is compact, technical and precise, inviting you to drive. It features two different geometries, allowing drivers to switch between the world of everyday driving and that of extreme sportiness.

The driver places an ice crystal (as a key) at the centre of the steering wheel to bring the vehicle to life. Like a jewel, it is inspired by the crystals found in high mountains. It seals the famous Alpine A-arrow logo as if set in ice.

Derived from F1, the OV or ‘overtake’ button – already featured on the A290’s steering wheel – allows full engine power to be delivered instantly with a light touch.

Further buttons allow for modifying the hydraulic suspension, metering the regenerative braking and adapting the multimedia modes.

An enhanced driving experience
The P-R-N-D transmission buttons on the centre console take on a mineral aspect, like cut and polished pieces of rock. The seat control, positioned just to the right of the driver and in the heart of the cockpit, initiates the driver’s seat position change to “F1” mode. As for the passenger, he becomes the co-driver thanks to the glass blade levitating in front of him, displaying information on the road configuration.

Step into the shoes of an Alpine driver
To fully enjoy the sporting experience, the Alpine design team scanned a Formula 1 bucket seat to develop the A390_β driver’s seat. It offers two driving positions for two types of use: daily versatility or high-performance sportiness combined with comfort.

The first position is high, with pedals closer to the floor for daily use. The second position, activated by an aeronautical-inspired control, is about performance and sportiness: the entire seat tilts into F1 position, the pedals are raised, and the steering wheel tightens. The seat nearly levitates above the floor. This lightness is exemplified in the choice of materials: the seat is a carbon shell, the headrest a flexible 3D-printed structure inlaid with a transparent element that appears to be carved from ice.

The front seats include a two-tone, four-point Sabelt harness, reminiscing the extraction system of an F1 car.

Rear seat comfort in a snowy cocoon
In contrast to the driver-oriented front of the interior, the rear area embodies comfort. This is achieved through the use of memory foam for maximum on-board comfort. The white bench seat is assembled in one seamless piece to give passengers the impression of being the first ones to step onto a blanket of pure snow. The curved shapes of the door panels, central area and headrests evoke the curves of winding slopes.

In the centre, a cube in the form of a hologram addresses the rear passengers. At the top of the seat, speakers encased in ice blocks provide an immersive sound experience, echoing those in the front seats. On the rear deck, Stratasys crystals evoke the sparkle of snow under the sun’s rays.

THE FUTURE A390: BETWEEN FRENCH TECHNOLOGIES AND SAVOIR-FAIRE

In keeping with the spirit that has driven Alpine since its creation in 1955, the brand’s engineers are passionately committed to imagining the sports car of tomorrow. Their challenge: to reinvent sportiness for the electric age while providing just as much – if not more – driving thrills and sensations. Following the A290, which reinterprets sportiness in the city, the A390 aims to bring the A110 driving experience to life in a sporty fastback that can accommodate up to 5 people on board. Alpine is well on the way to demonstrating that this dream can become reality, thanks to the technologies developed in-house for this new addition to the Dream Garage.

“The A390_β foreshadows our future sport fastback that will enrich the Alpine range by ushering in the era of electric driving pleasure for car enthusiasts looking for the sportiness of an A110 and the perfect balance between distinction, performance and everyday use. The A390 will bring together the best technologies developed at Alpine and by our partners. This show car is concrete proof of the French know-how championed by the brand, just as the A390 will be.”
Sovany Ang, VP, Alpine Product Performance

A platform adapted for Alpine
Alpine’s future sport fastback car will be designed to be electric, based on a heavily modified version of Ampere’s AmpR Medium platform. The flexibility and advantages of this platform, dedicated to electric motors, have enabled Alpine’s engineers to make the modifications necessary to develop a resolutely sporty fastback. The batteries, for example, are positioned under the passenger compartment to ensure that the centre of gravity is as low as possible, thereby improving road holding. On-board space is optimised by a flat floor that gives all passengers a greater sense of space than in a comparable combustion-powered vehicle.

Intelligent motricity for sporty, dynamic performance
The A390_β show car reveals the driving qualities of the future production vehicle and a powertrain that will offer the sensations of an A110 transposed into this all-new model.

This sport fastback will feature three electric motors developed by Alpine: one at the front and two at the rear. It will also feature an innovative, non-permanent AWD (all-wheel drive) system. Axle drive will be managed by an intelligent torque management system entirely developed and perfected by Alpine engineers: Active Torque Vectoring.

By intelligently controlling the distribution of torque between the front and rear axles and independently to the left and right rear wheels, this technology optimises the vehicle’s longitudinal performance and cornering dynamism while guaranteeing a high degree of reassurance and confidence in the system, whatever the level of grip under each wheel. A balancing act that gives the vehicle the lightweight feel of an A110, virtually reducing the inertia perceived when cornering most efficiently, for a unique experience in every driving mode. This technological combination of three electric motors monitored by the Active Torque Vectoring, previously reserved for hypercars produced in small runs, is a world first in the segment.

A sport fastback steeped in French savoir-faire
The A390_β show car is a concentration of French savoir-faire, a fundamental value and one of the pillars of the Alpine brand.

The vehicle’s floor is made from high-performance carbon by Lavoisier Composites, a Lyon-based start-up specialising in developing and manufacturing eco-sourced composite parts. Inspired by the mineral aesthetics of basalt organs, the floor consists of a multitude of triangular-section elements whose facets reveal the depth of carbon and the brilliance of silicium. This exclusive creation is made entirely from recycled materials from the aeronautical and photovoltaic industries.

The seat headrests are 3D printed by Erpro Group, the French leader in 3D printing, which develops cutting-edge prototypes for the automotive, aeronautical, design and luxury sectors. They used a bio-sourced elastomer, Arkema’s Pebax® Rnew®, produced partly from castor seed.

As with the show car, the bespoke acoustic architecture designed and developed by Devialet guarantees ultra-premium sound quality for the production vehicle, giving passengers the impression of travelling in a recording studio. The system will enhance the ADS, or Alpine Drive Sound, derived from the engine’s natural harmonics, to bring all the power of a sporty sound experience to the driver and passengers in the cabin.

The existing partnership with Michelin will enable the production model to be fitted with tyres developed in collaboration with Alpine, providing a unique driving experience dedicated to the A390.

100% electric, 100% French
The production version of the A390 will be manufactured from 2025 at the Manufacture Alpine Dieppe Jean Rédélé, based on the AmpR Medium platform. Its three electric motors will come from the Cléon Megafactory, and the batteries will then be assembled in Douai, confirming the short production cycle of the future A390.
October 11, 2024
Alpine A110 R Le Mans Limited Edition

The A110 R Le Mans marks a new chapter in the long association between two French motorsport icons.

With its A110 R Le Mans limited series, Alpine pays tribute to the world’s most prestigious endurance race to mark its centenary. The brand has been involved in endurance racing since the 1960s, thanks to its founder Jean Rédélé, right up to the famous victory of the A442 in 1978. Alpine stepped up its endurance racing with Signatech in LMP2 and then LMP1 and is now looking to the future by taking on the new LMDh Hypercar category from 2024.

“Alpine will unveil the A110 R Le Mans in action on the 24 Hours of Le Mans track the day before the centenary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans®, joined by 100 Alpine owners. Limited to 100 units, this iconic limited series follows in the legendary footsteps of the GTA Le Mans, combining sophisticated aerodynamics with an incredible power-to-weight ratio, as did the Alpine M63, the first Alpine to compete at Le Mans in 1963. The A110 R Le Mans is the most radical A110 celebrating the most radical competition,” explains Emmanuel Al Nawakil, VP, Alpine Sales, Network and Launching.

PERFORMANCE: A RADICAL VISION OF RACING BORN FROM COMPETITION

Based on the A110 R, it features all the carbon components on the roof, wheels and interior with monocoque Sabelt® Track bucket seats. It also incorporates a carbon wing evoking the endurance racing cars style and Alpine Elf Endurance Team’s A480 design. Lightweight components, already used on the A110 R, contribute to its high level of performance with an acceleration time from 0 to 62 mph of 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 177 mph on track.

The A110 R Le Mans limited series comes with a Road & Track chock, an innovation patented by Alpine, which lowers and stiffens the car by 5% for even better stability on the track. This technical development, coupled with a specific suspension setting, enhances performance on the long Mulsanne straight and in the fast corners of the 24-Hours circuit.

ULTRA-SPORTY DESIGN EXPRESSING BOLDNESS AND AERODYNAMICS ON THE 24 HEURES DU MANS CIRCUIT®

The A110 R Le Mans is recognisable by its exclusive white and blue 24 Heures du Mans® livery. A thin double line of blue and white is applied to the front bonnet, roof and rear wing in a reference to racing, complemented by the blue fins. A blue piping strip distinguishes the carbon wheels, which are open at the rear for even greater braking endurance, whilst the shark fin on the carbon rear window is a reference to the A480 which competed in the 24 Hours of Le Mans®.

This emblematic limited series receives the official 24 Hours of Le Mans® signature on the front spoilers, side sills and microfibre headrest pads of the Sabelt® Track bucket seats. In the ultimate nod to Le Mans, the layout of the 24 Hours circuit is subtly laser-engraved on the sun visor.

Lastly, the A110 R Le Mans bears a numbered plate from the Dieppe factory with the official 24 Hours of Le Mans® signature to mark the 100 examples of this iconic version of the A110 R.

ENJOY AN EXCEPTIONAL ALPINE EXPERIENCE WITH THE A110 R LE MANS

Future A110 R Le Mans owners will join Alpine’s ‘Band of Racers’. They will have exclusive access to the Alpine Elf Endurance Team facilities in 2024 and an opportunity to take a lap of the track, in its complete specification, for an unforgettable experience in their A110 R Le Mans on the morning before the start of the race.

June 8, 2023
Alpine Alpenglow Concept

This is what motor sports needs to look like tomorrow: as sensational as ever – and ever cleaner. Alpenglow represents Alpine’s reboot. It is ushering in a new age revolving around a solid commitment to entrenching sustainable development in the motor-sports landscape. Its design captures the spirit of competition that has inspired it since 1955. The power it radiates when it darts by is comet-like; the effect is awe-inspiring, titillating and verging on the artistic. This is the Alpine brand’s overarching goal: sustainable sportiness, combining clean emissions (including hydrogen) in roadgoing and racing line- ups with a design where the driver can fuse with the cockpit. The future starts here!

An alchemy of natural elements

The alchemy between Alpine and the longing for a cleaner future is undeniable. Alpenglow stands for a future where racing cars as well as the upcoming generations of Alpine products release clean emissions. “Green” hydrogen is one of the solutions that the brand is considering for sustainable mobility. A hydrogen-powered engine releases practically nothing but steam during combustion. Water, in other words, is central in Alpenglow’s design. It underlines its purity and its power.

The colours and materials are also evocative of what the Alpine cars of the future will look like: emotion and technology intertwining to treat drivers to a one-of-a-kind, real experience. Natural elements and states – such as fire, water, ice, wind and steam – inspire this object’s impressive, generous shapes, its flowing, streamlined body, and the all-round feeling of purity. It is designed as an agile and elegant car that is just as comfortable on roads as it is on tracks.

Motor-sports competition, which steeps the brand’s history, was the compass throughout Alpenglow’s creation. Its bodyshell resembles a wingsuit, pointing to the most extreme of mountain sports. Two triangles interlock, forming a singular shape to spark extraordinary sensations.

An avant-garde name announcing the morrow

Alpenglow is a perfect name. The reddish glow over the mountains just before sunrise is a symbol for this concept car: it is a magnificent moment, the dawn of revolutionary technologies and shapes, and the brand is lifting the veil on the next phase, which will usher in the Alpine cars of the future.

INSPIRING DESIGN, COMBINING EMOTIONS AND SUSTAINABLE SPORTINESS

In this single-seater, the driver sits on the centre line, between two hydrogen tanks, and becomes one with the cockpit. This is the idea at the core of the Alpenglow concept car, which captures the very essence of driving, the emotion that sitting in a futuristic Alpine sparks, a full immersion in unspoilt, technical and technological features.

The inside and outside in symbiosis

This concept car’s interior and exterior meld. The bodyshell is light and seems to float, enveloping the driver who fuses with their material surroundings. The driver’s silhouette leaves a mark in the cockpit, a bit like someone who falls back into the slow to leave their print. The two “pontoon” waterdrop-shaped tanks on either side of the cockpit add the feeling of being at one with the machinery and at the same time optimise driving comfort. The car becomes a source of pleasure and a vessel for physical engagement. The vehicle triggers emotions and bewitches the driver in ways they will never forget. This driving experience will be developed inside future Alpine models.

A competition-inspired cockpit

A sports car inspired by motor sports races, plus a singular, sophisticated silhouette: that is Alpine’s promise. The Alpenglow concept car’s cockpit is transparent, has a blueish hint and is helmet- shaped. You can make out the driver through it, but it merges into the car’s body.

An Alpine driving wheel

The Alpenglow concept car’s geometric steering wheel is inspired by LMP1 (Endurance) racing cars. It treats the driver to a sporty, high-performance driving experience. The Alpine identity shines through the snowflakes embedded in a central prism, with the logo in the background, which calls to mind the Alpine, mountainous universe that defines this creative, mysterious object. The paddle gear shifters are transparent and backlit, adding to the weightlessness in the lean interior, where only the experience matters. The base of the steering wheel also houses two selectors for the various built-in functions, which mirror the ones in Formula 1 and LMP1 cars. In the concept car, they control several features including Track Control and Regenerative Braking. The steering wheel also has an Overtake button unleashing a power boost. The driver has a prism-shaped ignition key that slots into the steering wheel. It completes the pyramid in the centre, which lights up as the car springs to life.

A red centre line

A red line cuts across the car lengthways. It underlines the driver’s position, at one with the car, in a central, exclusive place that connects them to the road and their surroundings.

Alpine’s new signature lights

Alpenglow’s signature lights have evolved and adopted a new look. They match with the ones on Alpine cars today, stand out on the strength of their up-to-the-minute style and might, and at the same time remain true to the brand’s identity. They are ushering in a new chapter in Alpine’s history, where passion for speed and performance are more alive than ever. The light stream starts at the front, where it is red, symbolising a comet entering the atmosphere, and works its way back, where it turns various shades of blue pointing to its hydrogen internal-combustion engine, which releases practically nothing but steam. Also at the front, triangles of light form a sprinkling of stars rising from the four headlamps, mirroring Alpine’s emblematic signature. Overall, they create an all-round impression of movement across the car’s body. The blueish lights at the rear point to the use of hydrogen. They are open, look stunning and serve a purpose, venting the steam from the hydrogen’s combustion. In contact with the air, a blue stream emerges from the clean exhaust pipes, giving the Alpenglow concept car a sporty and at the same time magical aura.

Rims that radiate Alpine’s identity

The snowflake-shaped rims on the wheels have a transparent structure and also capture something about Alpine’s identity. They transport us to the mountains. The triangle built into the centre of the wheels underscores this impression. Like the triangles in the steering wheel, the ones on the wheels contain hydrogen and have a built-in window into the Alpine logo, to attract attention to the brand’s singular signature.

A transparent, high-tech spoiler

This concept car’s spoiler is completely transparent, which effaces it and the purpose it serves. Besides being very light, it plays an essential role: as it moves, it reduces drag and increases downforce.

Generous shapes and opposing surfaces

Designed around technical and aerodynamic components, this concept cars embodies a one-of-a-kind philosophy, where form derives from function. Its silhouette was shaped around two hydrogen tanks, which envelop the body and point to Alpenglow’s sheer might.

The Alpenglow concept car’s shape optimises air flow and thereby increases aerodynamic performance. The moving surfaces, sculpted by the air, range from positive to negative, in the form of a twist. The front with the distinctive V-shape is the starting point for the red line. On the side, another line also adding character forms an air inlet and creates an aerodynamic tunnel. This concept car is cast for competition: the extremely long and slender wings are a nod to the endurance A220 from the late 1960s, which reached the ultimate heights of aerodynamics. The two tanks enhance the sides with generous, sensual contours that blend seamlessly into Alpenglow’s chiselled design.

This concept car is more than 5 metres long, over 2 metres wide and less than 1 metre high – a dream car’s proportions. It is exceedingly agile and its sculpted shapes encapsulate Alpine’s future design language.

A concept around materials that triggers sensations

Alpenglow works its magic when you approach it. The choice of colours and materials was inspired by natural elements and states, such as fire, water, ice, wind and steam. All those elements move, evolve, change when you are in contact with them. They add movement and life to Alpenglow. The opaque areas become transparent, providing a glimpse of the inner workings. The red zones representing heat are counterpointed by penetrating blue hinting at the cold weather in the Alps. The magic is hidden, and the elements appear and disappear, to unveil this object one detail at a time.

A new and more sophisticated shade of blue

The new shade of blue on the Alpenglow concept car’s body stems from Alpine’s iconic blue in motion. This blue is brighter, deeper and has a very fine pearly sheen that creates liquid effects, changing colours and shadows like the surface of a lake or ocean, and adds striking, hefty volume.

Recycled carbon

An Alpine is lightweight as a matter of course. Alpenglow is no exception – and is packed with a wealth of engineering and design expertise, making it remarkably buoyant. And, in the interest of sustainable development, recycled carbon was also used in this concept car’s design. It is all sourced from recycling streams.

Contrasting materials

The symbolic contraposition between hot and cold mirrors the contrasting materials that add up to the Alpenglow concept car’s balance. Inside, the driver finds a wraparound cockpit and a racing-inspired environment. The many transparent surfaces reveal the technology that powers this vehicle. The black components such as the suspension and steering column catch the eye.

Magnified transparency

The pedals, paddles on the steering wheel, triangles housing hydrogen, spoiler and part of the engine bonnet are transparent, revealing an ultra-high-tech universe that was out of sight for enthusiasts until now.

Fine and proud flags and logos

Alpenglow is a concept car that is proud of its origins. The blue, white and red flag on the outside and inside is a statement about where it was built and a nod at French automotive excellence and expertise. The Alpine signature is also built into the front and rear bonnets, also underlining the pride that Alpine sports cars exude.

DREAM GARAGE: AIMING HIGH AND TAKING A STAND

Alpenglow is the source of the design and technology for the future Alpine racetrack and production models. The core of the concept is passion for motor sports and the unparalleled pleasure of driving an Alpine.

The design and technologies that inspire the Dream Garage…

Building on its heritage but at the same time firmly focused on the future, the Alpine brand is at the cutting edge of innovation in the motor sports arena with Formula 1 and on roads. Its next generation of models – its Dream Garage – will comprise three exclusive and trailblazing all-electric models: a compact sports car (B segment), a GT crossover (C segment) and a A110 replacement. The driving experience in them all revolves around the driver, driving sensations and sheer pleasure.

Alpenglow’s light signature is one of the design hallmarks that will inspire the brand’s models – at the front as well as the rear.

Alpine cars will also come with an intuitive sports car steering wheel inspired by Alpenglow. The ergonomic features will be exclusive to Alpine models.

Carbon, including recycled carbon, will also be built into the upcoming cars so that they are as proudly lightweight as every Alpine before them.

The generous, chiselled shapes hint at future Alpine models’ silhouettes. The might and powerful character will be instantly recognisable in every model – as will be the snowflakes, the distinctive hallmarks that make each Alpine one of a kind.

… and racing cars

It’s unimaginable to speak about an Alpine car without touching on the spirit of competition and Alpine’s feats on tracks. Alpenglow is the embodiment of a racing car. Its shape beckons you to try it on every bend in a circuit. Its single-seater build adds to the Formula 1 feel inside, its outer silhouette points to endurance racing. The helmet-shaped windscreen is a staggering sight for every enthusiast longing to embark on this adventure. The engine at the rear and the model’s aerodynamic shape are the ultimate expressions of its motor sports soul. The future LMDh-category Alpine hypercar’s shape, headlamps and spirit will draw on Alpenglow’s spectacular personality.

ALPENGLOW AT THE CUTTING EDGE OF INNOVATION

Alpenglow is a showcase for a clean emissions future that is within reach for tomorrow’s racing cars and future Alpine vehicle generations. The excitement of driving the car is heightened by the trailblazing technology around the hydrogen internal-combustion engine, which produces the sounds that sports car enthusiasts love.

Hydrogen as a sustainable solution for clean mobility

Alpenglow is Alpine’s first step on the path to sustainable solutions for clean mobility. Mobility will combine carbon-neutral systems, tapping into the natural complementarity between vehicles running on an electric battery (BEVs), vehicles running on a fuel cell (FCEVs) and vehicles with hybrid internal- combustion engines using a sustainable fuel – possibly green hydrogen.

This is why Alpine is looking into a technology that could prefigure the brand’s racing and roadgoing cars. A hybrid hydrogen internal-combustion engine is environmentally-friendly and comes with the inimitable driving pleasure that this technology provides, including the sheer might, weightlessness and enthralling soundscape.

Combining hydrogen technology with technical expertise honed in the heat of motor sports competitions will give future vehicles the kind of performance that only racing cars can reach – while producing practically nothing besides steam and riveting engine roars.

With its two cylindrical hydrogen tanks at 700 bar, Alpenglow is as lightweight as the rest of the brand’s cars, and treats drivers to the ultimate experience as well as clean emissions.

An ecosystem around hydrogen

To develop this technology, Alpine is leveraging expertise from the Renault Group entities that have built a full ecosystem revolving around hydrogen, which includes HYVIA. Alongside the Formula 1 Grand Prix in France last July, the BWT Alpine F1 Team and HYVIA announced plans to enter into a partnership to invest together in state-of-the-art technologies and the transition to sustainable mobility.

October 13, 2022
Alpine A110 R
This much-awaited latest version rounds out the A110 range. Extreme, light, more streamlined, and more inspired by motor sports than ever – ‘radical’ is the only way of describing the car that now sits as the crowning jewel of the A110 line-up. The ultimate expression of lightness and performance, the Alpine A110 R was designed to be sensational on the racetrack yet still certified for the open road.

The first main difference with the A110 R is seen through the extensive work put in to reducing its overall weight down to as little as 1,082kg – 34kg less than the A110 S. Its aerodynamic performance has been enhanced for greater downforce and reduced drag. For the first time ever on the A110 range, some parts (e.g. the bonnet, rear window, and diffuser) have been redesigned specifically for the new model. The exclusive improvements made to the chassis, along with the 1.8L 300HP motor, and race-car interior, feed into the heightened radical feel that make the driving experience more intense than ever before.

Taking just 3.9 seconds to go from 0-100km/h, the All-new Alpine A110 R pushes the boundaries of sports cars. Building off the brand’s commitment to motor sports, the design phase involved direct input from top-level experts and is more than ready to beat the clock when it takes to the racetrack. Made in France at the Manufacture Alpine Dieppe Jean Rédélé, this latest car marks the beginning of a new chapter for the brand’s expertise in motor sports.

Orders for the All-new Alpine A110 R will begin in October 2022.

AERODYNAMICS – INSPIRED BY MOTOR RACING

The Alpine A110 R is radical expression of sports car performance. At the heart of the car’s genesis lies a quest for perfect aerodynamics built off an optimal balance between improved downforce and reduced drag.

Straight off the track

A number of features inspired by the world of motor racing have been directly added or adapted to the All-new Alpine A110 R in order to optimise handling at top speed. It benefits from the latest wind-tunnel technology and tools used in Formula 1. The new design work put into the rear swan-neck spoiler, flat undercarriage, and diffuser, in addition to the full-carbon fibre wheels, makes for greater stability around corners and at high speeds. The A110 R boasts greater back-end aerodynamic downforce than the A110 S Aero Kit, with an extra 29kg at top speed, thereby ensuring greater balance when taking fast corners. At the same time, drag has been reduced by 5% (track attitude) thereby extending the top speed to a record 285km/h.

More downforce in the front

In order to improve high-speed stability and performance for the All-new Alpine A110 R on the racetrack, the design phase was guided by a fundamental goal: unlock the vehicle’s full potential through an optimal balance between downforce and drag. As such, the front end has been fitted with the same carbon-fibre lip as the A110 S, however the air intake valves have been integrated into the front shield. The intake valves provide an additional 14kg downforce in the front, thereby further reducing overall air resistance and improving the car’s feasible top speed.

An optimised diffuser

For a stylish yet technical touch, the diffuser has been redesigned for a bold look and a driving experience like no other. Designed using carbon fibre and fibre glass, the reduced weight is a perfect part of the aerodynamic equation. Now wider than before as it stretches towards the rear, it creates a rapid flow of air through the undercarriage thereby causing a greater drop in pressure. The vertically positioned side-flaps reduce aerodynamic turbulence. Fairing has been added to better isolate the diffuser from disturbances coming from the spinning wheel. Alterations have also been made to the fins: bigger and lower than before, their shape has been changed to direct airflow towards the diffuser. Lastly, cowlings on the rear suspension arm help augment the effectiveness of the diffuser and flat car-bed.

Swan-neck spoiler mounts

The rear spoiler is fixed atop so-called ‘swan-neck’ mounts that add a sporty look and greater aerodynamic performance. While it has the same shape as the spoiler on the Alpine A110 S, a few features on the All-new A110 R make it unique. Pushed further to the rear, with a smaller incline for a smaller approach angle, it is a key aspect of the car’s performance in terms of downforce and optimised drag. The swan-neck mounts enhance the spoiler’s performance while reducing air lift on its underside. Given its location in a low-pressure environment, it is particularly sensitive to any disturbances that will alter its effectiveness. Stability at high speed is guaranteed thanks to the additional 29kg of downforce on the car’s rear when at top-speed.

Brand-new side skirts

The Alpine A110 R has been fitted with unique carbon-fibre side skirts in order to extend the underbelly out. The larger surface area means there is less turbulence along the car’s length as it mitigates undercarriage disturbances. The rear-end of the skirts rise up in front of the rear wheel, thereby reducing backdraughts and protecting the rear wheel from the surrounding air. Greater stability guaranteed! Aesthetically, the new skirts connect the front lip with the rear diffusers for a more grounded look.

Double-wall exhaust

Alpine engineers and thermodynamics experts also worked on the exhaust. The A110’s iconic dual exhaust, has been given a 3D-printed double wall to isolate exhaust gases and protect other nearby parts. The way it works is simple: the outer wall remains colder than the gases passing through the central exhaust, thus creating a balance between the inside and outside.

LIGHTNESS – MORE RADICAL AGAIN

While Alpine is already synonymous with ‘lightness’, engineers have taken it even further, for greater performance on the circuit, and heightened driving pleasure on the open road.

The power of carbon fibre…

Thanks to the extensive use of carbon fibre – widely used in Formula 1 – both inside and out, the All-new Alpine A110 R weighs only 1,082kg, making it 34kg lighter than the A110 S. With its weight/power ratio lowered to 3.6kg/PS, it can run a full 1,000m from a standing start in just 21.9 seconds, ranking it among the best in its category.

…on the bonnet

Carbon fibre has been used most notably for the hood of the All-new Alpine A110 R. The entirely carbon fibre bonnet not only has a sportier look with more character, but it also weighs 2.9 kg less and provides improved all-round performance, including top speed. The bonnet also has two air intakes for enhanced aerodynamics, making it a key feature of the car’s bold design, giving it a more radical feel.

…on the wheels

Develop in by the Alpine team along with the supplier, Duqueine, the unique, tailor-made wheels on the All-new Alpine A110 R are also entirely carbon fibre and designed with a triple purpose in mind: to improve the car’s performance by reducing its weight; to optimize its aerodynamics; and provide better cooling for the brakes. As such, the wheels weight 12.5kg less than on the A110 S. More open at the front and more closed at the rear, the wheels’ have been given a unique design with fine-tuned dynamic performance, optimised drag, and improved brake cooling.

…on the rear window

While numerous technical characteristics reinforce the sporty feel of the All-new A110 R, its design gives it a bolder sense of character. The rear window, made entirely of carbon fibre, has thus become the highlight of the car’s rear end. The new rear window now extends over the engine bay and features the third stop light in its centre. It also houses two intake valves that supply the engine with air and bear the Alpine brand’s iconic snowflake.

…on the seats

The single-shell Sabelt® seats on the All-new A110 R are both entirely made of carbon fibre and help lighten the car by a further 5kg. The driver and passenger seats are equipped with a 6-point safety harness. They embody the sports car feel and guarantee unique comfort and support when cornering and driving at high speeds.

PERFORMANCE – READY TO BEAT THE CLOCK

Thanks to the unprecedented coupling of agility and performance, the All-new Alpine A110 R is a true race car with certification for the open road, designed to beat the clock no matter the circumstances.

From 0 to 100km/h in 3.9 seconds

Powered by a 4-cylinder 1.8 turbo coupled to a 7-speed wet dual-clutch automatic transmission, the All-new Alpine A110 R has the perfect set of muscles under the bonnet built for performance. Maximum torque of 340Nm is available from 2,400rpm and maximum power of 300HP at 6,300rpm. With the Launch Control automatic start function, this brand-new sports car can shoot up to 100km/h in just 3.9 seconds, for a maximum speed of 285 km/h. With performance like that, this car is clearly in pole position for the A110 range.

Exclusive chassis

Adjustments and custom-made features on the All-new Alpine A110 R chassis are game changers, imbuing the car with unprecedented performance on the racetrack. The clearance has been lowered by 10mm compared to the A110 S. The adjustable shock absorbers mean it can be lowered a further 10mm for an ultimate on-track experience. The stiffness of the unique anti-cant bars has been increased 10% in the front and 25% in the rear compared to the A110 S. The same can be said for the suspension springs that are more than 10% stiffer in the front and rear for far greater body support. Specially designed shock absorbers feature hydraulic adjustment for a personalised driving experience. A 20-click ring can be used to adjust the compression / expansion ratio, meaning car enthusiasts can really get the most out of their circuit driving sessions.

High performance tyres

The standard All-new Alpine A110 R comes fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 semi-slick tyres (215/40 R18 at the front and 245/40 R18 at the rear). When paired with the car’s exclusive chassis, these high-performance tyres can be used on both closed circuits and the open road. Compared to standard tyres, semi-slick tires provide more stability and cornering control (reinforced structure, 15% more grip, greater on-track longevity and more transverse acceleration). All in all, that means an improvement of 0.5 seconds per km on the racetrack.

Powerful braking system

The Brembo high-performance braking system on the All-new A110 R features 320mm diameter composite discs at the front and rear. To perform at the level required by the on-track speed and behaviour, engineers devised an exclusive cooling system for the brakes, with four specific parts. Scoops mounted on either side of the upper arms of the front axle and ducts attached to the fairing, below the car, serve to better direct the air towards the brake discs in order to cool them down. Their combined input translates into a 20% improvement of the brake cooling system.

Personalised driving

As with the other cars in the range, the All-new Alpine A110 R boasts three customisable driving modes for greater enjoyment: Normal, Sport, and Track. Responsiveness of the accelerator and engine, power-steering sensitivity, gear shifts, and ESC sensitivity all change according to the chosen mode. The specific use of each mode is as follows:
- Normal – the combination of smooth everyday driving with low fuel use.
- Sport – optimised engine and gearbox management for a dynamic, sporty drive: reactive accelerator, specific deceleration, quick upshifts, with the possibility of multi-downshift and with increased revs (smart throttling like double clutching) between each downshift.
- Track –optimised for track driving, with faster gear changes that are controlled exclusively via the steering wheel paddle shifters. This mode includes a specific ESC setting to push the car’s limits when on a track. There is an ‘ESC off’ mode for expert drivers.
Alpine’s hallmark sporty sound

A roar that is readily recognisable as a sound signature worthy of the Alpine name! The exhaust system with post-injection and double-wall exhaust pipes on the All-new A110 R offer a more assertive sound. Improvements made to the shape of the double-wall exhaust and the removal of the exhaust valve mean the car emits a far more harmonious sound. Noise from excess air has also been reduced, bringing the car’s sound more in line with the Alpine signature,The completely overhauled interior soundscape makes for a more intense experience and heightened engine feel. Increased noise from the engine has been enhanced through the replacement of the glass partition by a lighter cut-aluminium partition, the addition of tie rods, the removal of engine soundproofing, and the continued presence of an intake resonator at the intake, thereby enhancing the brightness of the car’s sound.

Exceptional energy efficiency

The All-new Alpine A110 R boasts unique fuel efficiency. By far the lightest in its class and with aerodynamics that combine low drag and high downforce, this most recent sports car boasts maximum fuel efficiency in all driving conditions that translates into an exceptionally low CO2 emission (1/3 less than the competition) and reduced fuel use!

DESIGN – INSPIRED BY MOTOR RACING

An assertive and unique sporting style that is readily felt on both the interior and exterior of the All-new Alpine A110 R. A race car atmosphere that says: settle in and get ready for the unique sensations this car can give.

A race car atmosphere

The interior of the Alpine A110 R is made entirely of microfibre fabric – even the trim of the door panels! Red straps have been used instead of the traditional door handles as a nod to the world of motorsports. The steering wheel is also upholstered in microfiber with grey stitching. An intelligent blend of aesthetics, authenticity, and efficient design, for a truly sporty interior.

Race-like carbon fibre seats

The single-shell Sabelt Track seats on the A110 R are inspired by the world of motor racing. With their unique, carbon-fibre design, microfiber upholstery and grey stitching, they embody the world of sports cars. Equipped with 6-point competition harnesses, the seats ensure optimal support for driver and passenger alike. The seats also feature a ‘Seat Belt Reminder’ warning. The driver’s seat has front-back and up-down adjustments, whereas the passenger seat remains fixed, for added comfort. The letter ‘A’, embroidered on the headrests, reflects Alpine’s unique brand identity.

The carbon pack, for a more radical identity

New parts such as the front and rear bonnet, new diffuser, and side skirts feed into the expected look for the All-new Alpine A110 R. Clear-cut, deliberate choices, such as the opaque rear bonnet, make for an overall design full of character and emotion!

‘R’ in every detail!

A unique plaque that incorporates the car’s silhouette and which has been mounted into the console, was designed specifical for the model.

The A522 colour

The launch colour for the All-new Alpine A110 R, Racing Mat Blue, is the same as that used on the Formula 1 A522. Blue, but also red, carbon fibre, and microfibre: all colours and materials that draw inspiration from the Grands Prix starting grid and the unique sensations from the track. The 100% carbon fibre roof features a gloss black finish.

Real-time performance data

The standard model comes with the ‘Alpine Telemetrics’ on-board telemetry system using pressure gauges and histograms to display real-time technical data on turbo pressure, gearbox temperature, torque, power, steering wheel angle, and accelerometer. The integrated chronograph can be used to measure and record performances during on-track sessions.

TECHNICAL SPECS

Overview of the All-new Alpine A110 R:
- 1.8L 4-cylinder 16s engine
- 300HP
- Weight/power ratio – 3.6kg/PS
- 0 to 100km/h in 3.9 seconds
- 340Nm of torque from 2,400 to 6,000rpm
- Top speed 285km/h
- Chassis: recalibrated anti-roll springs and bars, specific axle geometry, coil springs 10% stiffer, specific anti-cant bars, adjustable spring/shock absorber settings, ride height 10mm lower, further 10mm drop possible when on racetrack
- Kerb weight – 1,082kg
- Sport exhaust system
- Brembo® high-performance braking system, 320mm composite front and rear discs
- 100% carbon fibre 18” rims
- Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 Connect semi-slick tyres (215/40 R18 at the front and 245/40 R18 at the rear).
- Single-shell carbon-fibre Sabelt® Track seats (up-down / front-back adjustable for driver) with black carbon fibre-microfibre blend upholstery with grey stitching
October 4, 2022
Alpine A110 E-ternite Concept

This sentence coined by Luca de Meo shortly after his arrival at Renault Group immediately inspired Laurent Rossi, Alpine CEO, and the brand’s engineers. In less than a year, a team of commandos turned this crazy idea into a reality and, to top it all off, even grasped the opportunity to remove the roof.

July 25, 2022
Alpine A110 Tour de Corse 75 : a limited-edition rally icon

Inspired by the legendary Alpine A110 that competed in the 1975 Tour de Corse, this new limited edition car boasts an iconic design and a unequivocally sporty cockpit. Built for rallying, the Alpine A110 Tour de Corse 75 combines agility and performance thanks to its chassis and its 300hp engine, thus immersing its passengers in the sensations of the Tour de Corse, the rally of 10,000 corners.

The yellow bodywork contrasts with the deep black bonnet and roof. The iconic two-tone black and yellow livery is complemented by distinctive black and white graphics on the ‘Tour de Corse 75’. The ‘Tour de Corse 75’ signature on the front left fender is matched by an iconic motif on the doors, a white border on the bonnet, and the number 7 subtly stamped on the rear as a reference to the Berlinette rally car of the time. The Sabelt® Racing bucket seats are embroidered with Tour de Corse 75 and can be fitted with a competition harness. On the outside, the 18-inch gloss white Grand Prix wheels and orange Brembo® brake callipers highlight the competitive spirit of this limited edition.

There will be just 150 units of the Alpine A110 Tour de Corse 75, with numbered plaques from 1 to 150. This limited edition also features the new Alpine multimedia system with AndroidAuto™ and Apple Carplay™ connectivity. In the UK, customers can register their interest at their local Alpine centre from Friday 17 June at 09:00am. Prices start from £66,855 OTR.

HISTORY AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

On the road, the A110 Tour de Corse 75 limited edition takes over from an iconic vehicle on the legendary Corsican tarmac route as the exciting history of the 1975 edition can be felt behind the wheel of this limited edition.

Inaugurated in 1956, the Tour de Corse is one of the most emblematic events in motorsport, particularly in rallying. In 1967, the event became part of the French Rally Championship, and in 1973 it became the marquee French round of the World Rally Championship. Two years later, 77 crews took to the Corsican asphalt, but only 22 finished, a clear indicator of the rally’s degree of difficulty as the 1975 edition was the scene of many surprises.

The Alpine A110 and Lancia Stratos HF fought hard for the win, and it all came down to the final special stage. The A110 trailed between 5 and 30 seconds before the last timed sector but both set identical times in this final battle as the Alpine came within 32 seconds of the highest step of the podium.

June 16, 2022
Alpine founder’s centenary celebrations include the reveal of commemorative limited-edition A110 GT

Alpine has marked the 100th anniversary of the birth of its founder, Jean Rédélé, with the world premiere of a limited-edition model that celebrates his pioneering legacy and that of the brand he created: the A110 GT J. Rédélé.

The stylish limited-edition was unveiled at the Alpine 100 year celebrations at the brand’s birthplace in Dieppe this weekend, an event that also saw 1,000 examples of iconic Alpine models past and present gather in the town.

Based on the A110 GT model, the new limited-edition features a colour that Jean Rédélé was particularly fond of, Montebello Grey, combined exclusively with a high-gloss black roof. Designed with grand touring in mind, the latest addition to the Alpine line-up blends striking looks with a high level of standard equipment.

The exterior is completed with diamond-cut black 18-inch Grand Prix alloy wheels, through which exclusive silver brake callipers are visible. Inside, the black leather interior and elegant grey stitching throughout the cockpit emphasise the synergy between the Montebello Grey paint scheme and the dark styling elements.

The A110 GT J. Rédélé Limited Edition is powered by the same intoxicating 300hp engine as the A110 GT.

Limited to just 100 units in reference to the 100th anniversary of its founder, each vehicle will carry a numbered placque bearing the signature of Jean Rédélé. The limited-edition will be available to order via the Alpine app from 1 June.

The A110 GT J. Rédélé Limited Edition lead a special celebratory parade from the Manufacture Alpine Dieppe Jean Rédélé, the historical production site of Alpine then and now, that culminated at the Dieppe seafront.

Jointly leading the parade was the BWT Alpine A552 F1 car, which for the first time ever took to the town’s roads. Completing the impressive sight was a procession of old and new Alpines and the iconic Gendarmerie’s A110 Berlinette.

On reaching the Dieppe seafront, Michelle Rédélé, the wife of the Alpine founder, was handed the keys to the very first A110 GT J. Rédélé. Saturday’s event concluded with a gala dinner that welcomed personalities who have each played a key role in the brand’s long and storied success.

On Sunday, visitors to the celebrations were able to cheer on Fernando Alonso and Esteban Ocon behind the wheel of their BWT Alpine F1 Team single-seater during the Monaco Grand Prix, which was broadcast on giant screens in the town centre and on the waterfront.

The memorable event was hosted by the IDÉA collective (Initiative Dieppe Événements Alpine) with the support of Alpine.

May 30, 2022

Alpine A110 range

2022 Alpine A110 - Front Angle

Today, Alpine is unveiling its new A110 range consisting of the A110, the New A110 GT and the New A110 S. All three revised versions of the A110 line-up are characteristically Alpine, and each has its own distinctive character and purpose. In their own way, they treat drivers to three kinds of Alpine experience.

They are as light and agile as any car with an Alpine badge and come with a four-cylinder 1.8-litre turbocharged engine, paired with a Getrag seven-speed automatic gearbox with a dual wet clutch to deliver the iconic Alpine experience.

The entry-level model, the A110 features the Alpine chassis and a 252hp engine offering similar driving characteristics to the original Berlinette – it is light, lively and precise, and delivers an agile and vibrant drive on all roads.

The New Alpine A110 GT is the range’s Grand Tourisme sports coupe. With 300hp and renowned Alpine chassis, it strikes a fine balance between performance and comfort. Versatile and elegant, the A110 GT is a sports car perfectly suited to everyday and long-distance driving, as well as more involved drives on twisty roads.

The New Alpine A110 S sits at the top of the revised range, focused on performance with 300hp and a unique Sports chassis. Optional semi-slick tyres and a new custom-made aerodynamic body kit brings enhanced thrills, precision and enjoyment – especially on track.

The New A110 range starts from £49,905 OTR and is available now to order.

SHARPER ENGINE CALIBRATION

To maximise driving pleasure, each version of the Alpine A110 comes with three driver-selectable modes: Normal, Sport and Track.

Normal mode is geared more towards comfort, while Sport mode is optimised for more dynamic driving and gear shifting – including the capability of shifting gears down and increasing engine revs (for the kind of smart boost you get from double clutching) between shifting up through the transmission.

The throttle and engine response, power steering’s sensitivity, gear-shifting rules, and exhaust valve activation all change according to the mode the driver selects. This also applies to the ESC system, which can also be deactivated at the touch of a button.

The New A110 GT and New A110 S engine’s calibration has been improved to push maximum power to 300hp at higher engine speeds (6,300rpm), add 20Nm (340Nm torque as low as 2,400rpm) and reach the enhanced top speed in seventh gear, while the automatic gearbox is also engineered to boost performance.

Another all-new feature is found when initialising the Launch Control procedure, with one of the cylinders temporarily disabled to produce a more engaging engine note.

NEW INFOTAINMENT AND CONNECTIVITY

Alpine is fitting its new A110 range with a new multimedia system including a seven-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth connectivity and two USB outlets. It is smartphone-inspired, intuitive with customisable widgets, and compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The controls behind the steering wheel activate voice recognition so that you can control your smartphone’s operating system or run Google Online Search for addresses. The onboard navigation system provides a wealth of information in real time, including traffic updates and upcoming service stations including fuel prices.

The Alpine Telematics menu (standard on the New A110 S) includes real-time readings or bar charts displaying key metrics such as turbo pressure, gearbox temperature, torque, power, steering wheel angle and acceleration, while the built-in chronograph keeps track of performance on circuits.

The Alpine multimedia system is available, depending on the version, with a standard audio system, Focal audio system (two speakers + two tweeters) and Focal Premium audio system (two speakers + two tweeters + one subwoofer).

The new Alpine multimedia system is compatible with FOTA (Firmware Over The Air) remote updates. This connectivity ensures the system is always operating in as up-to-date format as possible and will make it possible to add a Wi-Fi connection in the near future.

NEW ALPINE A110 S: THE ESSENCE OF A SPORTS CAR

	POWER (hp)	TORQUE (Nm)	COMBINED MPG (WLTP)	CO2 EMISSIONS (g/km)	0-62mph (secs)	TOP SPEED (mph)	PRICE (OTR £)
A110 S	300	340 at 2,400 to 6,000rpm	34.5-33.6	153-160	4.2	170	£59,955

Power-to-weight ratio: 3.7kg/hp
Sport chassis: recalibrated anti-roll bars and springs, purpose-engineered axle geometry, 50 per cent stiffer coil springs, shock absorbers adjusted accordingly, hollow anti-roll bars to minimise weight (and 100 per cent firmer), 4mm lower ride height, hydraulic steering wheel stops for optimal body control
Unladen kerb mass: 1,109kg to 1,140kg
Exhaust system: Sport
Brembo high-performance braking system, 320mm diameter dual material discs at the front and rear, orange callipers Bright black 18-inch GT Race rims
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres (215/40 R18 at the front and 245/40 R18 at the rear)
Sabelt Sport adjustable seats in black microfibre and leather with orange overstitching, fitted on two visible rails

The exterior design of the New A110 S provides more than a clue as to its sporty, intensely Alpine driving experience.

Exterior equipment includes chromium black Alpine lettering, bright 18-inch GT Race rims with black detailing, 215/40 R18 front tyres and 245/40 18 rear tyres, and orange brake callipers. Additional S badging completes the added detailing over the rest of the A110 range, while optional carbon aerodynamic body kit details are available, as well as Fire Orange paintwork with contrasting Deep Black roof.

Under the skin, the New A110 S delivers on its visual promise with an uncompromising mechanical specification – 300hp, uprated Sports chassis, brakes and exhaust – to deliver an enthusiastic and exhilarating drive on any road, at any speed.

The New A110 S is also available with optional Michelin PS Cup 2 Connect semi-slick tyres, while the optional Aero Kit pushes the top speed up to 170mph. The kit is comprised of a carbon rear spoiler improving aerodynamic support, a carbon front blade and longer front fairings under the car to step up the efficiency of the rear diffuser and flat floor. With the Aero Kit fitted, the New A110 S can deliver its full potential on track. Its stability at its enhanced top speed comes from the 60kg extra load on the front wheels (from the carbon blade) and 81kg extra load at the back (from the carbon spoiler), adding up to a total of 141kg extra downforce.

The interior comes with top-of-the-range fittings including adjustable Sabelt Sport seats, aluminium Sport pedals, and a microfibre covered interior with orange overstitching if the driver opts for the Microfibre pack and Racing Seats. The orange seatbelts, all-microfibre seat upholstery and fittings to add a harness are unique to the New A110 S.

“The New Alpine A110 S is the first A110 with a rear spoiler. We ran the A110 S through many wind tunnel tests, which showed that it needed substantial aerodynamic support to reach its maximum speed. The Aero Kit is our answer to that challenge. The A110 S peaks at 170mph, has fantastic looks and is set to be a star on the tracks that takes on any race against the clock.”
Antony Villain, Director of Design, Alpine

NEW ALPINE A110 GT: GRAND TOURISME, FRENCH STYLE

	POWER (hp)	TORQUE (Nm)	COMBINED MPG (WLTP)	CO2 EMISSIONS (g/km)	0-62mph (secs)	TOP SPEED (mph)	PRICE (OTR £)
A110 GT	300	340 at 2,400 to 6,000rpm	34.5-33.6	153-160	4.2	170	£59,355

Alpine chassis, double-triangulated front and rear suspension
Unladen kerb mass: 1,119kg to 1,140kg
Sport exhaust system
Brembo high-performance braking system, 320mm diameter discs at the front and rear, blue callipers
Légende 18-inch diamond-cut black rims
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 205/40 R18 tyres at the front and 235/40 R18 tyres at the rear
Adjustable Comfort seats on six rails, covered in black or brown leather with blue overstitching

The distinctive features of the New A110 GT include the Thunder Grey launch colour, enhanced with subtle GT badging on the back and the door sills. The New A110 GT offers an unparalleled blend of performance and elegance with its Alpine chassis and 300hp powertrain.

The sleek exterior silhouette, sophisticated interior and sharp mechanical features deliver a tantalising combination. Standard features bring enhanced comfort and convenience, including Park Assist with front and rear sensors and rear-view camera, plus adjustable leather Comfort seats with blue overstitching.

ALPINE A110: THE ORIGINAL

	POWER (hp)	TORQUE (Nm)	COMBINED MPG (WLTP)	CO2 EMISSIONS (g/km)	0-62mph (secs)	TOP SPEED (mph)	PRICE (OTR £)
A110	252	320 2,000 to 4,800rpm	35.1-33.6	152-158	4.5	170	£49,905

Alpine chassis, double-triangulated front and rear suspension
Unladen kerb mass: 1,102 to 1,140kg
Brembo 296mm diameter front and rear brakes, Charcoal Black callipers
17-inch rims
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 205/45 R17 tyres at the front and 235/45 R17 tyres at the rear
Adjustable Sport seats covered in black microfibre and leather with grey overstitching, fitted on two rails
New Alpine multimedia system with enhanced connectivity

The entry model to the A110 range has been renamed simply as the A110. Its agility and acceleration are unparalleled thanks to a combination of a lightweight and balanced chassis. Its mass has been optimally spread out – 44 per cent at the front, 56 per cent at the rear with the engine in a central-back position – and it is lighter at 1,102kg unladen. It comes with the Alpine chassis and Sport seats, and its communicative dynamics and efficiency in all circumstances provide uncompromised driving pleasure.

STANDARD SPECIFICATION

A110

Technology

Alpine multimedia system with touchscreen: navigation, AndroidAuto™ and Apple Carplay™, Bluetooth® compatibility, connected services, USB and Jack plugs
Two USB ports
Compact aluminium brake calipers with integrated parking brake
Standard tyres Michelin® PS4
Cruise control with speed limiter
Driving mode selector (Normal/Sport/Track)
Front and rear braking system (296mm diameter)
Double-wishbone suspension system at front and rear

Comfort

Keyless start
Automatic climate control
100-litre rear boot volume
96-litre front boot volume
Adjustable steering wheel for reach and rake

Safety and security

Hill-start assist (HSA)
Driver and passenger airbags
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Emergency brake assist
Deactivatable stability control system
Tyre inflation kit: compressor and cartridge
Anti-theft alarm pre-equipment
Tyre pressure sensors

Exterior

17-inch 10-spoke wheels
LED front headlamps
LED tail lights with dynamic indicators stop lights and reversing lights
Chrome centre exhaust
Chrome headlamps
Rear diffuser
Anthracite Grey Brembo® brake calipers
Standard tyres Michelin® PS4
Front and rear braking system (296mm diameter)
Double-wishbone suspension system at front and rear

Interior

7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
Aluminium paddle shifters on steering column
Aluminium driver footrest
Stainless steel door sills
Sabelt® Sport one-piece bucket seats (mixed leather/microfibre)
Contrasting grey stitching
Leather steering wheel

New A110 GT (in addition to A110)

Technology

Focal® audio system
Front and rear parking sensors, reversing camera with audible signal

Exterior design

18-inch “Legende” wheels with black diamond cut finish
Alpine blue Brembo® brake calipers

Interior design

French flag on the door panels
Sabelt® Six-way Comfort bucket seats

New A110 S (in addition to A110 and New A110 GT)

Technology

Alpine telematics
Rear parking sensors
Active sport exhaust

Comfort

Keyless start
Automatic climate control
Electric, heated, aspherical wing mirrors

Exterior

18″ GT Race wheels in matte black finish
Carbon/carbon/orange flags on C-pillars
Orange Brembo® brake calipers
Active sport exhaust

Interior

Carbon/carbon/orange flags on the door panels
Sabelt® Sport one-piece bucket seats (mixed leather/microfibre)

The Alpine A110, New A110 GT and New A110 S models are available in Glacier White, Iridescent White, Abyss Blue, Alpine Blue, Deep Black, Thunder Grey, Thunder Grey matte finish, and Fire Orange tones. The New A110 S also comes exclusively with the all-new optional dual-colour body finished in Fire Orange with contrasting Deep Black roof.

In addition, the Atelier Alpine catalogue offers a range of 22 exclusive ‘heritage’ colours evoking the legend of the brand.

AVAILABLE OPTIONS

	A110	New A110 GT	New A110 S
DRIVING
Rear parking sensors	O	–	l
A110 Front and rear parking sensors	O	–	–
A110 S Front and rear parking sensors	–	–	O
A110 Front and rear parking sensors, reversing camera with audible signal	O	l	–
A110S Front and rear parking sensors, reversing camera with audible signal	–	l	O
Track tyres Michelin® PS2 CUP	–	–	O
High-performance front and rear Brembo® braking system (320 mm diameter)	O	l	l
Active sport exhaust	O	l	l

DESIGN
Exterior design
18“ “Fuchs” forged wheels (2)	O	–	–
18“ “Fuchs” forged wheels (2)	–	O	O
18“ “Fuchs” forged wheels in Thunder Grey (2)	O	–	–
18“ “Fuchs” forged wheels in Thunder Grey (2)	–	O	O
18’’ “Grand Prix” wheels with black diamond cut finish	O	–	–
18’’ “Grand Prix” wheels with black diamond cut finish	–	O	–
18“ “GT Race” wheels with black diamond cut finish	–	–	O
18“ “Sérac” wheels with black diamond cut finish	O	–	–
18“ “Sérac” wheels with black diamond cut finish	–	O	–
Aero Kit : front splitter + rear spoiler in carbon fibre	–	–	O
Iridescent White	O	O	O
Blue Abyss	O	O	O
Alpine Blue	O	O	O
Thunder Grey	O	O	O
Thunder Grey matt finish	–	O	O
Deep Black	O	O	O
Fire Orange	O	O	O
Glossy carbon roof	–	O	O

	A110	New A110 GT	New A110 S
Exterior design
French flags on C-pillars	l	l	O
Black Headlamps	–	O	O
Blue Alpine Brembo® brake calipers	O	l	O
Anthracite Grey Brembo® brake calipers	l	O	O
Chrome Alpine logo on the front wings	O	O	–
Interior design
Orange seat belt	–	–	O
Roof lining in black microfiber	–	O	O
A110 GT Microfiber pack: steering wheel, roof lining, center console and dashboard in black microfiber	–	O	–
A110 S Microfiber pack: steering wheel, roof lining, center console and dashboard in black microfiber	–	–	O
French flag on the door panels	l	l	O
Black leather interior harmony	l	O	–
Sabelt® Racing one-piece bucket seats (microfiber)	–	–	O
Blue Alpine logo in centre of steering wheel	O	O	O
Aluminium sport pedals	O	O	l
Aluminium passenger footrest	–	O	l
Racing Harness Mount	–	–	O
Contrasting Blue Alpine stitching	O	l	O(3)
Contrasting grey stitching	l	O	O
Floormat with Alpine logo	O	O	O

COMFORT AND MULTIMEDIA
Comfort
Storage package: cargo net behind the driver seat + storage case	O	O	O
Mirror package: foldable exterior wing mirrors and interior anti-glare system	O	O	O
Six-way Sabelt® Comfort seats (heated)	O(4)	O	–
Comfort Pack : six-way Sabelt® Comfort bucket seats, 18“ “Sérac” wheels with black diamond cut finish, aluminium sport pedals, front and rear parking sensors, reversing camera and Focal® audio system.	O	–	–
Multimédia
Alpine Telematics	O	O	l
Focal® audio system	O	l	l
Focal® Premium audio system	–	O	O

	A110	New A110 GT	New A110 S
ATELIER ALPINE – PERSONALISATION PROGRAMME
Brembo® brake Calipers : Light grey / Vibrant Gold / Red / Yellow	O	O	O
Alloy Wheels 18″ – GT Race: Gloss White / Gloss Black / Vibrant Gold	–	–	O
Alloy Wheels 18″ – Légende: Gloss White / Gloss Black / Vibrant Gold	–	O	–
Alloy Wheels 18″ – Sérac: Gloss White / Gloss Black / Vibrant Gold	O	–	–
	–	O	–
Heritage Colours : selection of 22 brand-new body colours drawn from Alpine’s own history	O	O	O
Two-tone colour: Deep black contrasting roof + pillars (Only available with fire Orange body paint)	–	–	O
Two-tone colour with carbon roof: carbon roof + deep black contrasting pillars (Only available with Fire Orange body paint)	–	–	O

* MRRP = Manufacturer’s Recommended Retail Price. The prices are subject to change without notice.

(1) Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are certified using a standard, regulated method. It is identical for all manufacturers and allows vehicles to be compared. Actual fuel consumption depends on vehicle use, equipment and the user’s driving style.

(2) Must be combined with the option “high-performance braking system.

(3) Bleu Alpine stitchings not available on racing seats

(4) Must be combined with the option “Comfort Pack”

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

	A110	New A110 GT	New A110 S
ENGINE
Cylinders	4
Valves per cylinder	4
Size	1,798cm3
Max engine power	185 kW (252 hp) at 6,000rpm	221 kW (300 hp) at 6,300rpm
Max torque	320Nm from 2,000 to 4,800rpm	340Nm from 2,400 to 6,000rpm
Fuel	Petrol
TRANSMISSION
Type	Rear wheel drive
Gearbox	Automatic, dual clutch, 7 speeds
CHASSIS
Chassis	Aluminium structure (96%)
Front/rear axles	Double-triangulated suspension / Hydraulic compression stops
Body	Coupe, engine in central-back position
Turning circle between pavements	11.4 metres
Brakes	Fixed aluminium 4-piston callipers front, fixed single-piston callipers rear
Front brake disc diameter	296mm	320mm
Rear brake disc diameter	296mm	320mm
Front tyres	205/45 R17	205/40 R18	215/40 R18
Rear tyres	235/45 R17	235/40 R18	245/40 R18
WEIGHT
Unladen kerbside (min – max)	1,102 kg – 1,140kg	1,119 kg – 1,140kg	1,109 kg – 1,140kg
Max permissible mass (laden)	1,360kg
PERFORMANCE
Max speed	250km/h	250km/h	260 / 275*km/h
0-100 km/h	4.5 s	4.2 s	4.2 s
0-1000 metres	23.2 s	22.4 s	22.4 s
CONSUMPTION/EMISSIONS(1)
Homologation procedure	WLTP(2)
Fuel tank capacity	45 l
CO2 emissions, combined cycle	152-158g/km	153-160g/km	153-160g/km
Consumption, combined cycle	35.1-33.6mpg	34.5-33.6mpg	34.5-33.6mpg

* with the optional Aero Kit

March 23, 2022

A4810 Project by IED

Today, twenty-eight Masters students studying Transportation Design at the IED presented their own take on the concept of sportiness with the ‘A4810 Project by IED’: a hydrogen-powered, two-seater supercar based on a brief from the Alpine design team.

The A4810 is a car that embraces next-generation technologies while also championing the traditional characteristics of the Alpine brand that was founded in 1955. A model that is not only technological advanced but also environmentally friendly, the A4810 provides a glimpse into the future supercars.

The student-led project is an ideal way for Alpine to broaden its horizons to new generations of designers and drivers, and raise awaremeness of the innovative project presented by talented students.

AN INNOVATIVE CONCEPT CAR CREATED FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

The Alpine A4810 Project by IED (length 5,091mm – width 2,010mm – height 1,055mm – wheelbase 2,717mm) is a two-seater supercar with the experimental combination of the shape of a berlinette with a hydrogen powertrain. While the engine and fuel tanks are built like those on a typical hypercar, the subtraction process is proof of strong innovation. The design alternates between empty and full spaces, giving the vehicle a lightweight look and aerodynamic features inspired by Formula 1 models. Furthermore, the A4810 Project by IED was tasked with bringing the brand to the cusp of the sports car category.

The French spirit has been skilfully preserved: while avoiding the pitfalls of unnecessary formal elements, designers focussed on the overlapping layers and sculptural aspects of the car’s silhouette. The bi-tone colours, matte black, and carbon fibre highlights create a bold contrast with each part of the car, making them stand out according to their function: aerodynamic, mechanical, or merely formal.

The team of students used digital tools to design the interior through sketches, 3D models, renderings, animations, and HMI (Human Machine Interface) development. In incorporating hydrogen power supply, it means that they developed a full-fledged concept that is almost ready to take to the roads of a much more sustainable future, one without emissions.

AN IED-LED PROJECT IN COLLABORATION WITH ALPINE

Alpine challenged the students to design a ‘super berlinette’ for the year 2035. The two-seater supercar was designed to be a high-performing vehicle both in terms of performance and environmental impact. After the brief was given last autumn, students worked individually to come up with their own interpretation and present it to the brand. Alpine then selected a combination of the two main ideas. Based on the two selected proposals, the young designers created the ‘A4810 Project by IED’: a light yet powerful and agile concept car that boasts pure driving pleasure. During the design phase, the students sought to combine vision and innovation, without losing sight of the traditional roots of the Alpine brand.

Furthermore, they chose a name that conveyed the brand’s legacy. In fact, ‘4810’ is the height (in meters) of the Mont Blanc: the highest and most emblematic peak in the Alps that sits at the border between Italy and France, like a bridge connecting IED and Alpine. The brand, Alpine, is named after the very same mountains and evokes the joy of driving along their winding roads.

Paola Zini, Director of IED Turin, said, “As in previous years, through their most important project, the Masters students have embraced notions of skills transversality and teamwork in a fertile and visionary environment. This is part of the IED DNA and will help prepare students for the challenges the industry will face in the future, and serve as a foundation for their professional success. Alpine’s contribution was one of passion, enthusiasm, and constant presence, and marks another milestone in international collaboration. Furthermore, this was an opportunity for students to work under the guidance of Antony Villain, Alpine Design Director, Raphael Linari, Alpine Chief Designer, and a number IED alumni, whom we had the pleasure of seeing again.”

Antony Villain, Alpine Design Director, said, “Collaboration with the Istituto Europeo di Design and its students has been a great experience. It was a ‘filter’ for us to see the brand through the eyes of the younger generation, but it was also an opportunity to share our passion and know-how, and give them sound advice for a successful career in automotive design.”

“The Alpine A4810 project by IED has been a very exciting experience with IED students and lecturers”, added Raphael Linari, Alpine Chief Designer. “The result is a futuristic supercar that explores new territories for the brand in terms of package, proportions, and design language. The different creative approaches of the young talented students combined with IED know-how gave rise to some very interesting responses. Furthermore, the extraordinary final result makes the collaboration a resounding success!”

March 21, 2022
Alpine presents a new exclusive model designed by Felipe Pantone

Alpine unveils an exclusive A110 model designed by Felipe Pantone. This is the second collaboration piece to debut after the announcement of the partnership in April.

Before tackling the project, Felipe Pantone spent some time studying brand’s history and came up with a modern and dynamic design with some neat additions. The design concept follows the shape of the A110 and gives this impression of high speed even when the vehicle stands still. The new model also features the signature colors of Felipe Pantone, black and white.

“Through this second collaboration with Alpine, Felipe Pantone once again demonstrates the extent of his talent. The creative work and its execution are exceptional. The color schemes, geometric shapes and optical effects reveal the A110 in a new light, with a heightened sense of movement. This work results in a modern, dynamic and captivating work of art” said Cédric Journal, Vice President Sales and Marketing, Alpine.

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The Alpine A110 is based on the A110S and comes with the brand’s most powerful engine so far – the 292hp unit.

Also, in order to celebrate the second collaboration project, the Alpine D1 Team is pictured wearing the colors of Felipe Pantone with the typical graphic components. This signature is evident on the motorhome and the nose of the A521s that will be presented at the beginning of the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend.

Source: Alpine

May 24, 2021
Alpine showcases the new 2021 A110 Légende GT

Alpine presents the new A110 Légende GT 2021, a limited edition version of the A110. The lineup is consisted of only 300 units and comes with tons of exclusive features and technologies.

The A110 Légende GT 2021 adopts the powerful engine seen in the A110S but also brings some more refined elements for an unprecedented new model.

The new A110 Légende GT 2021 is available in two design combinations. The first one is the Mercury Silver matt paintwork model and comes with black leather Sabelt Comfort bucket seats and contrasting gray finish. The second variant is the Abyss Blue with exclusive Amber Brown leather Sabelt Comfort seats.

Furthermore, both models feature pale gold Alpine monograms and 18-inch diamond-cut Grand Prix alloys, complemented by vibrant gold brake calipers and translucent LED rear lights.

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Additional distinctive elements are the Dinamica headliner and the glossy carbon fiber components with elegant copper weave on the central console, dashboard visor, and air vents.

Drivetrain system

The vehicle also comes with an exclusive chassis design and adopts some of the most advanced technical concepts known to the world of motorsport. The A110 Légende GT 2021 is based on a lightweight aluminum structure with a centrally mounted engine. As mentioned, the unit is a 1.8-liter turbocharged engine that delivers 292hp, with 320Nm of torque available between 2,000rpm and 6,400rpm. It can reach a top speed of 155mph and sprint from 0 to 62 mph in mere 4.4 seconds.

Source: Alpine

May 13, 2021
Alpine presents new A110 trackside cars

The Alpine A110 trackside vehicles make their debut during the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix in Imola this weekend. These vehicles will be used by Fernando Alonso and Esteban Ocon as their daily commuters at the European Grand Prix event.

In terms of design, the vehicles feature Alpine’s historic racing colors from the bonnet through the roof and to the rear of the cars. These include blue, white, and red, synonymous with Alpine’s racing heritage and the colors of the French and British flags.

The A110 lineup is based on the A110S, the most advanced version in the A110 model line. With a power output of 292hp and a weight of 1114kgs, the model offers impressive power to weight ratio of 262PS/Tonne and offers incredible track flexibility.

When the A521 was presented, it was true joy to see the Alpine name on a Formula One car and it is just the same feeling today to see the Alpine F1 Team name on an A110, said Laurent Rossi, Alpine CEO.

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Founded back in 1955, by Jean Rédélé, the brand has set itself apart with its French-style sports cars. In 2018, the brand unveiled the new A110, a model that adopts the brand’s idea of a compact, light, and agile driving experience. In 2021, Alpine Cars, Renault Sport Cars, and Renault Sport Racing join forces under the Alpine flagship.

Source: Alpine

April 19, 2021