Alpine A390 vs MG ZS EV

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Alpine A390 has the higher published DC fast-charging figure at 200 kW, which is roughly 113% higher than the MG ZS EV at 94 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the 10-80% charge (the most common DC fast charging scenario), the Alpine A390 finishes in about 27 minutes, which is 10 minutes quicker than the MG ZS EV at 37 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Alpine A390 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 550 km, which is roughly 110 km more than the MG ZS EV at approximately 440 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The MG ZS EV consumes 185 Wh/km, compared to 189 Wh/km for the Alpine A390. That means the MG ZS EV uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Alpine A390 has approximately 89 kWh of useable battery , while the MG ZS EV has approximately 68.3 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

If fast charging is your priority, the Alpine A390 has the higher published DC figure (up to 200 kW) while matching the quickest published 10-80% time at approximately 27 minutes. For long road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Alpine A390 supports up to 22 kW, compared to 7.4 kW for the MG ZS EV. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can mean charging roughly twice as fast at those locations.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the MG ZS EV is the more efficient choice at 185 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Alpine A390 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 550 km, which is roughly 110 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.