Alpine A110 REVIEW - Lightweight and Fast but is it Practical ?

The Alpine A110 has been with us for a few years now. I have always liked the way they look and the lightweight driver oriented design should be right up my street, however I have always been worried about just how practical they are. Is the boot space big enough to mean you could actually use it for more than a Sunday blast ? The week I spent with the Alpine A110 changed my mind about the car. Could it match my Porsche Boxster in terms of practicality and would I buy one ?!

Video Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
00:47 - What makes a drivers car ?
03:22 - Front end styling
04:20 - Rear of the Year !
06:05 - A110 vs Boxster Packing Challenge
10:35 - Interior, Spec and Pricing
16:14 - Driving - Mooch Mode
18:12 - Driving - Sport Mode
20:16 - Driving on the Paddles
23:06 - Final Impressions

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[peteresders]

Great video as usual. Just a couple of things. I daily my A110 and absolutely love it. As far as luggage space is concerned you can now buy a fitted luggage set from Bag World (I helped design it and was the first customer). My wife and I manage trips away no problem at all. Helmets aren’t a problem either - the boot was designed to fit two helmets in for track days. The wipers need to be put into maintenance mode to lift up with the bonnet closed. With the ignition off just push the stalk all the way down. As for the more “prosperous” driver there are other seats options that accommodate a wider frame but I am lucky to be able to fit into the buckets and love them. Oh, and the Life110 geometry settings transform the car making it more planted and stable whilst still as direct. Overall I love mine and never fail to get out with a smile on my face.

[GadgetyMV]

I tried the 2022 A110 GT, which has the A110 suspension, and the 300 horsepower engine, and you sit almost an inch lower than in the regular A110. Great feeling, very light, nimble, comfortable ride, surprisingly good sound from the engine, and so easy to drive fast. The Cayman equivalent comparison would be the S version with the turbo four. I'd take the A110 GT over that.

[johammond]

I bought the new 2022 A110 GT and I’m loving it! I drive mine every day with zero practicality complaints

[mpb]

Owning one of those for more than 2 years now. Makes me happy every time, on every ride. - Last summer my wife and myself went for a 9 day trip to the Alpes, this year nearly a week in Bruges. If you choose your bags wisely there is more packing space than one should think. Take the break-down equipment out of the rear trunk and place it behind the seats (if you are not too tall), and you can move two reasonable weekender bags inside. Two aircraft-style handbaggage suitcase in the front, and two slim bags beind the seats - there you go.

[qqmoekr]

I think this was one of your best reviews Pete. The car is a cracker and provides a real alternative the the Audi TT, Boxster and Cayman etc. It has that flair that only Italian and some French cars have.

[davidchambers]

My second time watching this review Pete, extremely honest and fair and not over critical, one of your best.

[O.jakobs]

Had a go in one of these on track last year and i was blown away by the fun character of the car. One of my all time favorites is the Mclaren 570S and the A110 felt like a slightly softer and budget friendly version of that. As much as i love Porsche, especially the 718 or 981, for a day on the track id rather drive the Alpine.

[smwatson]

What a car. Would pick one of these over all of its competition every time.

[sandmanb]

Excellent description of a driver's car and your conveyance of how it feels to drive the Alpine. Fabulous way to review and compare the cars, especially with the luggage situation. I own a 718 Cayman S and have been quite impressed on what it can carry, along with use of the parcel shelf / engine compartment cover for smaller items.

[colinw]

Good review Pete. Always admire the ethos of the Alpine.... Even the latest Lotus Emira weighs over 1450kg. Even more incredible that the GM T50 comes in at only 986kg with that fantastic V12 (and price

[TonyDelMonte]

Great video. I guess this car is all about purity. Also, Gordon Murray owns one, so you know it's special.

[jon]

Good video Ped. Had to smile when you were getting on it with all those SLOW markings on the road. Its a looker and from what you describe, a jolly good machine.

[BubuBarong]

first time ever the reviewer doesn't say it is cheaply built and finished. however, great video and cheers from Italy!

[ryanmooney]

For the fouling of the wipers when you're washing the car, this happens in lots of cars nowadays. The manual will tell you how to move the wipes halfway up the screen (usually a press and hold of the wiper stalk when the ignition's on/engine off.) Then you can easily lift them from the screen or change the blades.

[reitsmaassociates]

Very generous assessment of the A110. We love ours, we are lucky for practical duty we can use our VW Arteon with a hatch that would fit a grand piano in it :). The Alpine replaced my 6 year old Mk3 Audi TT, so very big shoes to fill . The Audi was a great allrounder . Alpine is more focused but definitely more delicate, and a lot less practical, however I am still able to daily it. Perhaps your Porsche is the perfect balance . Cheers from Brisbane

[dalamar]

100% agree with you on what makes a drivers’ car. I keep my eye out on what’s currently out there in the market and am always amazed at how much modern sports cars weigh these days.

That’s why I’ll continue to drive my V8 TVR for many years to come. Just can’t beat (for now) the value for money and pure driving experience! It’s old but it goes oh so well.

Thanks for a lovely review!

[andrewd]

I’ve seen several of these on Australian roads. This model looks even more stunning in metallic blue!😍🤤

[coltoncleveringa]

I’ve been waiting for you to get this car to review!! Your review was awesome of the car! Genuine to the point and practical. Great job Sir Pete. Also I think the alpine a110 looks amazing. Wish we could get them in the states.

[robertmackenzie]

Great video, I have always loved the look of this car, it’s beautiful looking thing

[olafhermans]

normally in french cars you can hit the whiper button with key ignited yet engine off, and see the whiper position itself half way for it to be removable from the front wind shield