Alpine Teases an Electric A110 as the Brand Turns 70 and Ends the ICE Era

The iconic French sports car brand Alpine is marking its 70th anniversary with a decisive shift into a fully electric future. Known for lightweight, agile petrol-powered sports cars, Alpine has confirmed that the internal combustion era is coming to an end, with the legendary A110 set to return as a fully electric sports car.

During a special anniversary event, Alpine showcased the final evolution of its petrol-powered lineup while teasing what comes next: a new generation of 100% electric performance cars.

Alpine A110 R Ultime: The Final Petrol Swan Song

The spotlight of the celebration was the Alpine A110 R Ultime, described by Alpine CEO Philippe Krief as the “grand finale” of the second-generation A110.

Alpine A110 R Ultime – Key Facts

• Engine: 1.8-liter turbocharged petrol

• Power: 345 hp

• Torque: 420 Nm

• 0–100 km/h: 3.8 seconds

• Production: Limited to 110 units

• Price: ~$290,000 USD (≈ €265,000)

This ultra-rare, track-focused version represents the ultimate expression of Alpine’s petrol engineering — and the end of an era.

Production Ends in 2026, Electric A110 to Follow

Alpine has confirmed that production of the current petrol A110 will end in mid-2026. After that, the A110 nameplate will live on exclusively as an electric sports car.

The third-generation Alpine A110 EV will be built on the new Alpine Performance Platform (APP), a dedicated architecture designed specifically for high-performance electric vehicles.

Alpine promises to reveal “really exciting news” about the electric A110 in the first half of 2026, strongly suggesting that performance and driving engagement will remain core priorities despite the switch to batteries.

Alpine’s Electric Lineup Is Already Expanding

Alpine isn’t waiting for the electric A110 to begin its EV journey.

Alpine A390: Electric Performance for Families

The recently unveiled Alpine A390 is a sporty electric fastback aimed at drivers who want performance with practicality.

Key specs (A390 GT):

• Power: ~400 hp

• Battery: 89 kWh

• Range: up to 555 km (WLTP)

• Length: 4.61 m

Despite its larger size, Alpine claims the A390 retains the handling DNA that defines the brand. Even Formula 1 driver Pierre Gasly has already placed an order.

Motorsport Goes Electric Too

Alpine is also bringing electrification to competition. The company revealed the A290 Rallye, a fully electric rally car designed for customer racing.

Alpine A290 Rallye – Highlights

• Motor output: 220 hp

• Weight: ~1,530 kg

• Motorsport hardware:

  • Hydraulic handbrake

  • FIA-approved roll cage

• Price: ~$65,000 USD

To preserve the emotional side of racing, Alpine is even developing a synthetic sound system for its electric race cars, ensuring they don’t run in complete silence on track.

Seven Electric Models by 2030

Founded in 1955, Alpine built its reputation on small, lightweight, driver-focused cars. That philosophy remains unchanged — only the power source is evolving.

By 2030, Alpine plans to offer seven different electric models, spanning sports cars, performance sedans, and motorsport variants.

The electric A110 will be the most symbolic of them all — proof that Alpine believes electric sports cars can still deliver soul, agility, and excitement.