Alpine A110 1.8L Turbo 300 R 2dr DCT Review
Category: Sports car
Section: Version review
The model
Read full Alpine A110 reviewThe A110 is one of the most entertaining and rewarding sports cars you can buy – at any price. Being ultra-lightweight means that, despite its relatively small engine, performance won't disappoint, while at the same time it feels incredibly nimble.
The trim
See full equipmentThe R is the range-topping, track-focused version of the A110. It doesn’t get any more power than the S model but it is quite a bit lighter on account of a carbonfibre bonnet, roof, front splitter, rear diffuser, spoiler, bucket seats and wheels. You also get stickier Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres, firmer suspension springs, stiffer anti-roll bars and adjustable dampers.
The engine
See full engine specsThe more powerful unit fitted to GT, S and R models comes with 296bhp and 251lb ft of torque. That drops the 0-62mph time to 4.2sec for the GT and S and 3.9sec for the R. Top speed for the GT model is a respectable 155mph, with the S achieving 162mph (an optional Aero Kit on the S raises the top speed to 170mph) and 177mph for the R.
