Alpine has presented the first drivable prototype of its future all-electric A110 sports car at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, marking the public debut of the next generation of the brand’s flagship model.
The prototype, known as the A110 Future, follows Alpine’s previously announced plan to transition the A110 from an internal combustion engine to a battery-electric powertrain. Production of the current A110 has ended at the company’s Dieppe facility, with the electric successor now entering its development phase.
Prototype Built on Dedicated Performance Platform
The A110 Future is based on Alpine’s new Alpine Performance Platform (APP), an architecture developed specifically for high-performance electric vehicles.
The platform is designed to support different body styles and drivetrain configurations. The prototype shown at Goodwood features a two-seat coupe layout.
Power is provided by two electric motors mounted on the rear axle. Alpine said the 3-in-1 drive units combine permanent magnet synchronous motors with 800-volt silicon carbide inverters and are capable of operating at speeds of up to 21,500 revolutions per minute.
The company did not disclose power output, acceleration figures or driving range.
Split Battery Layout Targets Sports Car Dynamics
Rather than using a single battery pack beneath the floor, Alpine has adopted a dual-battery configuration.
According to the company, approximately 25% of the battery capacity is positioned at the front of the vehicle and 75% at the rear. The layout is intended to preserve the low roofline and seating position associated with the current A110 while supporting weight distribution.
The battery system operates on an 800-volt architecture and uses cell-to-pack technology housed within a high-pressure die-cast aluminum structure that also contributes to chassis rigidity.
Alpine said the prototype also incorporates a centralized battery management system and a 400-volt boost charging system, although it did not provide further technical details.
Development Continues Ahead of Production
The electric A110 features Alpine Active Torque Vectoring 2.0 and Wheel Slip Torque Control, systems designed to manage torque distribution and vehicle stability during acceleration, braking and cornering.
The automaker said development has relied extensively on digital simulations alongside physical testing to refine the vehicle’s design and engineering.
Alpine has not announced a production timeline or market launch date for the next-generation A110.
Earlier this year, Alpine executives described the electric A110 as a key part of the brand’s long-term strategy as it expands its battery-electric performance vehicle lineup.
