Leicester
Alpine A290 in Leicester
Band 1 hot hatch. Alpine's first electric car, based on the Renault 5 platform.
Grant on current list
£3,750 Band 1
Leicester desk
Use the Alpine UK locator
Where to buy the Alpine A290 in Leicester
We have not verified a Alpine dealer in Leicester. Use the Alpine UK locator to find the nearest stockist.
Grant: £3,750 (Band 1). The dealer applies the discount — you do not apply to OZEV yourself.
Charging the Alpine A290 in Leicester
Home charging is cheapest if you have a drive. Use Zap-Map for public charge point locations.
Good for
- Driving enthusiasts
- Higher grant on a performance EV
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- Niche brand — limited service network
- Stock may be allocation-only
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Is it just a Renault 5 with a different badge?
Same platform, different chassis tuning, brakes, and interior. It is positioned as a hot hatch.
Service in Leicester?
Alpine has limited UK dealers. Check the locator for the nearest service point.
What grants apply to the Alpine A290 in Leicester?
The Electric Car Grant gives £3,750 (Band 1) off a new Alpine A290. The dealer applies it. There is no separate Leicester grant we can confirm.
Where can I buy a Alpine A290 in Leicester?
We have not verified a Alpine dealer in Leicester. Use the Alpine UK locator to find the nearest stockist.
Can I charge a Alpine A290 in Leicester?
Yes. Leicester has Pod Point, BP Pulse, Shell Recharge, InstaVolt charging points. Use Zap-Map for live locations.
Source: GOV.UK Electric Car Grant list · Last verified 14 August 2026
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