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<< Prev Page 3 of 3  The 10.25-inch instrument screen behind the steering wheel and the 10.1-inch central infotainment screen oriented towards the driver, with their specific graphics, interfaces and functions, add to the A290's unique atmosphere. This immersive digital experience is reflected in unique visual themes in keeping with the sporty chic of the A290 cockpit.The graphic codes of the instrument cluster facing the driver move away from the traditional round dials to adopt a triangular theme with a wired structure. This precise geometric symbol provides a highly legible display of the level of power delivered or recharged on the left and the speed on the right, including a red line to symbolise the speed limits deciphered by the road sign reading system. The regeneration level is shown at the bottom of the screen. The new speed display typography is both sharp and rounded and set against a blue screen background featuring mountain silhouettes, one of Alpine's hallmarks. Four different views are offered: Iconic, with the two triangles supporting the power meter and tachometer functions, indicating power and speed; Navigation, featuring Google Maps; ADAS, showing the safety distance to the vehicle in front by displaying the A290 in its body colour with animations of the indicators and brake lights; and Minimal, with basic information. Depending on the driving mode chosen, indicated at the bottom of the speedometer, the display background changes its general visual theme: Normal, Sport (the mountain ridge line turns red), Save (the mountain turns green), and Personal. The high-resolution 10.1-inch central screen also has graphic themes and a user interface that is consistent with Alpine's codes. The design of the pictograms, the typography and the Alpine blue background all contribute to the visual harmony between the two screens. The Alpine Portal system is based on the connected Android Automotive system and Google Automotive Services. It is designed to be fluid and powerful and is continually updated remotely using FOTA (Firmware Over The Air) technology. Simple and intuitive, it can be operated like a tablet, using its tactile surface or the integrated voice assistant. The screen permanently displays the status bar at the top (time, outside temperature, network, etc.), shortcuts to the main menus on the left (home, media, phone, applications, car settings) and air conditioning controls at the bottom. The home page can be customised using widgets. Google Maps GPS navigation with an electric route planner is standard across the range, as is the Google Assistant voice assistant. A large number of applications are available from the Google Play catalogue. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay can connect a smartphone to the onboard system, either wired or wirelessly, and display a replication of its content. The Alpine Telemetrics function gives customers access to three main categories of services based on their A290: Live Data, Coaching and Challenges. Like a smartphone application, Alpine Telemetrics will be updated via the Playstore, providing regular access to new content. Live Data displays driving data according to four different themes:
Challenges is a series of challenges based on agility, power and endurance. It's a distinctly videogame-style approach, with amusing names ('to infinity and beyond', for example) and passing levels to progress. Some challenges are completed on closed roads (acceleration, braking, accelerator pedal percentages over a given distance). In contrast, endurance challenges can be completed on open roads, helping to teach anticipation in driving. The My Alpine smartphone application provides remote access to a wealth of information about the vehicle, including its location, mileage, range, battery charge level and remaining charge time. It is also possible to plan a route based on recharging needs, programme recharging or preconditioning of the passenger compartment, and remotely activate the horn and lights. It can also manage V2G (vehicle-to-grid) and order a Mobilize Chargepass. Alpine has teamed up for the first time with Devialet, the French acoustic engineering company, to develop a bespoke sound system for the A290. Devialet's acoustic expertise, based on more than 250 patents protecting radical innovations in sound, is the fruit of 15 years of cutting-edge engineering and R&D in acoustics. It was deployed at three key stages of the design process: sizing the system and specifying sound equipment requirements, contributing proprietary signal processing technologies, and sound tuning to create four listening modes. Thus, the architecture - composed of a dedicated 615-watt amplifier, a 20 cm subwoofer, 2 x 2 woofers and tweeters (9 loudspeakers in all) - features SPACE™ technology, which guarantees an all-round sound experience for all passengers, whatever the content being listened to. It is paired with patented SAM® technology, which ensures perfect control of the speakers. These two innovations deliver Devialet's signature high-fidelity, pure and balanced sound reproduction. The system also offers four listening modes that can be selected to suit individual preferences: Fidelity, Speech, Dynamic and Heavy. The system is combined with the generation of Alpine Drive Sound engine sounds, diffused via a custom amplifier and played by the audio system. This option is available from the first trim levels upwards and is standard on GT Premium and GTS. The Alpine A290 comes as standard with a 52 kWh battery, giving a WLTP range of up to about 380 km (final data to be confirmed by homologation). A heat pump is included to optimise cabin temperature and preserve range. The A290's 100 kW DC fast-charging system enables it to go from 15 to 80% charge in 30 minutes or to recover up to 150 km WLTP in 15 minutes. At an AC charging point, its on-board 11 kW charger enables the vehicle to be recharged from 50% to 80% in 1 hour 20 minutes, or 70 km WLTP in one hour, or 3 hours 20 minutes to recover from 10% to 80% charge. This charger incorporates a bi-directional function that lets you use V2L (vehicle-to-load) functions to connect a device via the charging socket. It is also V2G (vehicle-to-grid) compatible, so you can save money on charging at home using the Mobilize Power service. Google Maps GPS navigation includes the electric route planner, which considers the route, charge level, battery temperature, real-time consumption and automatic preconditioning of the traction battery to calculate the best route by optimising the recharging stages. The Alpine A290 range comprises two versions, GT and GTS, and four offers in all. A 180hp engine powers the base GT version and, like the top models in the range, includes a 52kWh battery, an 11kW on-board charger, a 100kW DC charger and a heat pump. Its Iconique 19-inch alloy wheels are fitted with special Michelin Pilot Sport EV tires, and it has full LED headlights and adaptive cruise control with stop & go function. Its heated sports seats are upholstered in a grained coated fabric/fabric blend, its sport steering wheel is trimmed in Nappa leather, and the infotainment package is complete. Alpine Portal integrates Google services and navigation with electric route planning. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay can be connected wirelessly. Lastly, to ease the daily driving experience, front and rear parking aids and a reversing camera are offered as standard. The range is further enhanced by two complementary models, the GT Premium and GT Performance. The A290 GT Premium focuses on comfort and refinement with its contrasting black roof, tinted rear windows and Alpine Blue brake callipers. Inside, it has a Nappa leather interior, a Devialet premium audio system with Alpine Drive Sound, a heated steering wheel and an induction smartphone charger. The interior mirror is electrochromic, and the exterior mirrors fold electrically. The A290 GT Performance is even racier. It has the most powerful engine (220 bhp), special Michelin Pilot Sport 5 tires, red brake callipers, black monograms, electrically folding door mirrors, and Alpine Telemetrics. The top-of-the-range GTS version combines the best of the two GT versions, adding a few exclusive features such as black Snowflake wheels. The ‘Premiere Edition’ limited series, which will be available from the launch of the Alpine A290, will be offered in the Premiere Edition version as well as in three exclusive versions: Beta, inspired by the A290_β show car with contrasting white and black colours, La Grise and La Bleue. A total of 1,955 examples will be produced, a symbolic number evoking the creation of the Alpine brand by Jean Rédélé. What they all have in common is an exclusive livery, extra equipment, and a limited-edition plate on the centre console. << Prev Page 3 of 3 |
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