Alpine A390 GTS: Three-Motor Electric Fastback With 557-km Range

Performance Architecture That Targets Results

Alpine built the A390 to deliver controlled speed under demanding conditions. Engineers kept the focus on driving performance, not theatrics.
Three motors power the car. One sits at the front. Two sit at the rear. This layout supports all-wheel drive with sharp, predictable responses. The layout also supports independent rear-wheel control, which feeds the Alpine Active Torque Vectoring system.
The GTS model produces 470 ps and 824 Nm. It reaches 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds. The GT model produces 400 ps and reaches 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds. Both sustain power even as the battery drains.

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Key powertrain data

Handling Priorities Backed by Three-Motor Control

The A390 uses torque variation across three motors to shift behavior. The system adjusts torque in milliseconds.
Increasing torque to the outer rear wheel generates yaw. That allows quicker rotation through tight corners. Drivers gain neutral steering under high load. The setup cuts understeer.
A short 2.708-meter wheelbase, wide tracks, hydraulic bump stops, and a low center of gravity support this. Steering input stays direct. Pedal response stays easy to read. Braking transitions cleanly from regeneration to friction.

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What the torque system delivers

• Sharper turn-in
• Increased corner stability
• Faster exits under load
• Controlled slides for expert drivers
• Higher grip on uneven surfaces

Battery Engineering Geared Toward Repeated Performance

The GTS uses a new high-output battery produced with Verkor cells. Engineers redesigned the 400-V pack for higher coolant flow and stable output.
The pack holds 89 kWh. WLTP range reaches 557 km with 20-inch wheels. With 21-inch wheels, range reaches 503 km.
Charging follows the same results-driven approach. The GT supports 150 kW DC. The GTS supports 190 kW DC. More important is sustained charging. Both maintain a high average rate from 15% to 80%.

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Charging times

• GT: 15% to 80% in under 29 minutes
• GTS: 15% to 80% in under 25 minutes

The car supports V2L for device charging and V2G in supported regions. Drivers can manage charging, preconditioning, and planning through the My Alpine app.

Chassis Designed for Predictable High-Speed Behavior

The chassis uses forged aluminum suspension arms and a special rear cradle that houses both rear motors. The weight distribution sits at 49/51.
The braking system uses 365 mm discs with six-piston calipers up front. This marks Alpine's first use of such hardware on a road model.
Michelin supplies three tire choices, each tuned for the car's specific load and suspension behavior. Grip and range stay consistent even when tires are replaced later in the car's life.

Available Michelin tires

• Pilot Sport EV (20-inch) for efficiency and grip
• Pilot Sport 4S (21-inch) for maximum performance
• CrossClimate 3 Sport (20-inch) for cold and wet conditions

Interior Designed for Driver Control

The cabin places function ahead of decoration. Alpine uses physical controls for climate adjustments to avoid distraction.
A 12.3-inch cluster and 12-inch vertical display provide data without clutter.

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The steering wheel integrates:

• Mode controls
• Phone and voice controls
• A blue RCH knob for regeneration level
• A red OV push button that triggers a 10-second power boost

Five regeneration levels let drivers adjust behavior for traffic, hills, or one-pedal operation.

Seating and storage

• Heated Alpine Sport seats with Alcantara or Nappa
• Available Sabelt bucket seats with carbon options
• Five-seat layout
• 532-liter rear cargo volume

Software and Driver-Support Systems Built for Clarity

The A390 includes several driver-assistance systems that present surroundings in clean detail. Features include:

• Adaptive cruise with stop-and-go
• Attention monitoring
• Automatic emergency braking (forward and reverse)
• Trajectory correction
• Secure occupant exit during parking

Alpine Telemetrics

Alpine offers detailed telemetry through three modes:

• Live Data: G-forces, torque data, temperatures, lap timing
• Coaching: Driving techniques and battery management guidance
• Challenges: Skill-based tasks for controlled environments

Drivers can review runs later through a smartphone app with overlay graphics.