Alpine bids farewell to the combustion A110: the last unit is the special edition R70

Alpine has ended production of its iconic A110 with a combustion engine, definitively closing a historic chapter. This decision marks a radical change in the brand’s philosophy, which now exclusively bets on electric mobility.

The last unit produced is a special R70 edition, symbolizing not only the end of a model but also the beginning of a new era for Alpine, with promises to revolutionize the sports car concept.

The end of the A110: what does it mean for enthusiasts and for Alpine?

Why does the end of the A110 with a combustion engine matter?

The A110 is not just any sports car: since 2017, it has been the benchmark that resurrected Alpine and restored its prestige. This stop means Alpine gives up a model that has sold up to 28,701 units in its second stage, a number not at all negligible for such a specialized brand.

What features did the last A110 R70 have?

The last A110 produced sported the characteristic Alpine Blue color, a symbol for fans and 58% of sales. The R70 version featured a 300 HP engine, a chassis specific for sports driving, and carbon fiber components that reduced weight and improved dynamic behavior.

How does this change impact the Dieppe plant and production?

What happens now at the Dieppe factory after the A110’s closure?

The Dieppe plant has begun transforming its lines to adapt to the manufacture of the new electric sports car that Alpine will soon unveil. This adaptation is not only technical but represents a cultural shift for the entire production.

What will be the new platform for future Alpines?

The new sports model will use the Alpine Performance Platform (APP), a specific platform for electric vehicles that promises to maintain the brand’s sporty soul but with zero emissions, a major technical and strategic challenge.

What is expected from Alpine’s future electric sports car?

When and how will the A110’s successor be presented?

The A110’s successor will be shown soon, with a first public appearance planned at the Goodwood Festival of Speed as a camouflaged prototype. This creates excitement and pressure to prove that Alpine has not lost its essence.

How might this change affect Alpine’s identity?

Moving from combustion engines to zero emissions is more than a technological shift: Alpine must preserve the light and precise driving feel that made it unique. Industry experts are skeptical but hopeful, highlighting that the new stage could be a revolution or a risk.

The reality is that Alpine definitively closes a chapter with combustion engines and opens the door to a new generation that seeks to maintain the sporty identity with sustainability as its banner. The legacy of the A110 and the transformation of the Dieppe plant mark a before and after for the French brand.