2026 Alpine A110 R Ultime — The Ultimate French Sports Car
A Legend Reborn
The Alpine A110 R Ultime is the pinnacle of Alpine’s modern revival. Building on the lightweight mid-engined platform, the R Ultime pushes performance, aerodynamics, and driver engagement to the limit.
The original Alpine A110 won the World Rally Championship in 1973. The modern version revived the spirit in 2017. The R Ultime is the most extreme road-legal variant yet.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.8L turbocharged inline-4 (mid-engine) |
| Power | ~345 hp |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | ~1,100 kg (2,425 lb) |
| 0–100 km/h | ~3.8 seconds |
| Top speed | ~285 km/h (177 mph) |
| Built in | Dieppe, France |
What Makes It “Ultime”?
- More power — upgraded turbo and ECU
- Track-tuned suspension — Öhlins adjustable dampers
- Carbon aero package — splitter, skirts, diffuser, rear wing
- Carbon fibre wheels — saving ~12 kg unsprung mass
- Weight reduction — carbon seats, polycarbonate rear window
Alpine Today
Alpine is now Renault’s performance brand, with the A110, upcoming A390 electric fastback, and Alpenglow hydrogen hypercar concept.
In a world of 2,000 kg electric SUVs, the A110 R Ultime is light, loud, and analogue. It demands skill — and rewards it generously.
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What do you think of lightweight sports cars like the Alpine? Is 345 hp in a 1,100 kg car more fun than 600 hp in a heavy supercar?