Alpine A110 Review // The Car We Deserve

Let’s French with each other. Today, Thomas and James are with the team in the UK driving the Alpine A110. A lightweight mid-engined sports car focused purely on joy. Packing 252hp of 1.8l 4-cylinder heat, it’s not slow. But is it good enough to sign a petition to bring it over to North America? Watch the episode to find out as Thomas and James take it on the Welsh hills and dodge sheep!
Videography: Karston Chong and Daniel Mason
Editing: Daniel Mason
Sound: Harrison Dickson, Daniel Mason
Magical Genius Logistics Planners: James Engelsman and Joey Alford
Was present: Thomas Holland
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[@shreyas.c8446]

The storage spaces have been removed so that you do not bring in any unnecessary weight😂

[@air-headedaviator1805]

Everything for performance! 😆

[@adamorowski2294]

Clever :D

[@arekb5951]

It's a small car which has double wishbone suspension all around, it eats into the small amount of space that's left more than a MacPherson strut suspension that for example the Cayman has, but on the flip side those great suspension and steering qualities you've heard about on the video are a result of that. I like your explanation better though 😂

[@MadMarky]

@@arekb5951 it doesn't even have a glove box, because that is where the fuel tank lives. In standard trim there isn't even interior storage space for a PEN. With the optional storage pack you get some kind of pen case and a document sleeve...

[@aitorgallego98]

Actually I have one and it's not bad at all for what you are going to use it, they gifted me with the buy a pair of suitcases with Alpine branding that fit perfectly on the front boot, in the inside I have two storage things they also gifted me that go behind the seats, It has enough space for two people to go on a vacation trip for about two weeks

[@martinmcdonald4207]

The car maker Legend Gordon Murray drives one of these Alpine A110 s as his daily. That`s some recommendation right there.

[@einautofan6685]

This A110 is close to perfection for a small daily Sportscar!😎👌

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@einautofan6685A110 also has DNA from Gordon Murray supercar.

[@jjchockey]

Light, nimble, and a supple flowing ride.

[@AmazingWorld-x8w]

Part 2 kzbin.info/www/bejne/npzLoZagfZahlbs

[@MaverickPhantom]

Well, that's a great endorsement

[@benjijiward6547]

Hi viewer from France here, having talked to a couple of the engineers who worked on the A110 the main reason why it didn't come and won't come to the US is that it won't pass the crash test with the large SUV taken into account. They have tried it already and tested the A110 in the US but they thought that redesigning the car would be too expensive for them. Alpine is still a small company and has a smaller budget to develop their car so cost are important for them (the engine is sourced from a Megan RS, the volume controls are from a Clio). Hope this helps love your videos.

[@andycalifornia426]

As if SUVs aren't a thing in Europe. They somehow missed Germany with all the SUVs they make.

[@geehe]

@@andycalifornia426it would make sense to be less of a factor in the crash rules considering how much less SUVs there are, or how smaller the average car is.

[@jmriph2460]

@@andycalifornia426 it’s apparently (according from what read from David Twohig one of the engineering leads) it due to the two states in the US without mandatory seat belt laws so it needs to also work without seatbelts (baseball mitt analogy : extra crumple zone, lots of airbags) instead of just fixing the person in place using belt and extra pull in.

[@pawelzietek]

Both US and Germany have fat people also. Yet one side have them quite a lot larger.

[@benjijiward6547]

@@andycalifornia426 European SUV's are usually smaller than American trucks and American SUV's and with the car being so light they determined that it would cost them too much and compromise the car for the US market.

[@richyclubsport5155]

I absolutely love my A110 I've owned Porsche, Ferrari, Lotus, Corvettes, and a host of other high performance cars in the past, A110 is staying with me for the foreseeable future, nothing has ever put a smile on my face like the Alpine constantly. The fact that i bought it in 2019 and kept it where as all the others i meantioned i kept a maximum of a year says everything

[@erich3784]

But why What does it have that others don't

[@richyclubsport5155]

@@erich3784 preformance, handling, low running costs, totally reliable, just turned 80k nothing broke, never had a problem with it unlike the others I've owned, which were far from reliable, in fact I'm looking at a newer one a 2023 this afternoon that I've sourced at a great price

[@oSoap_]

@@erich3784 it's very light, and a very fun drive, some cars just feel better

[@fauxxd6870]

Will u get the facelift version?

[@dougsmith1622]

@@erich3784 Three things, lightness, lack of weight, and low mass.😂

[@Dog4life]

Owner of a110 Gt (300 hp , 340 nm ) here , a few clarifications reading some comments : 1 - PERFORMANCE : The update more powerful A1100 with 300 hp has a better acceleration than an 400 hp Emira , tested by autotopnl in real life conditions and same tester... with 100-200 in 10.5 seconds , and the R in 9.5 seconds. 0-100 in 4,2 secs , even with normal michelin sport 4. European testers achieved stunning laptimes with the S and R , on par or better than 400 hp sport cars. So no lack of power at all, the cars weight 1034 to 1090 kg. 2 - SALES : over 20.000 produced and sold to date . These are way better numbers compared to Elise , Exgie and even 4c... especially considering the Alpine is out a few years. 3- OWNER COSTS : an Alpine is WAAYYYYY cheaper to own than a Porsche or more powerful sport cars in most european countries. Fuel consumption of barely 6L/100 km if you dont push it. Only 152 gr Co2 , so much lower road tax and assurance cost. Official service by the dealer is way cheaper than premium brands like Porsche. Same goes by replacement parts. 4 -DIMENSIONS : the A110 is small in a good way : fits perfect for tight mountain roads , parking in Europe etc. 5 - SPECS : the A110 can be personalized with over 40 stunning colors, a lot of specs wheels and details. You can be sure your a110 will turn heads being very esclusive car on the road. Not another 911 in white or black xD. Reading all above think twice before talking about a Corvette etc is a better option. You are comparing apple to oranges.

[@Dog4life]

@@TC-zf1ji a110 R is under 4 seconds. Touché. The Alpine is a real sports car that can handle turns, not only straight line performance.

[@asifnoaman8978]

@@TC-zf1ji thats the most diabolical thing i've heard

[@HectorYague]

Regarding your comment on Alpine vs Stingray/Cayman being an apples to oranges comparison... No, it is not, because you are ultimately comparing $70k worth of weekend sport cars, and at that price range the Alpine has too strong of a competition. I just think that this car has priced itself out of its natural market.

[@CLSTRN911]

@@HectorYagueI take this alpine any day over a stingray corvette It’s not always about the number of HP

[@HectorYague]

@@CLSTRN911 I dont doubt that. The point is whether the market, as a whole, would. The Alpine is not selling well for a reason: the market is speaking.

[@FSLucc]

13:47 burst out laughing and had to pause with "In France, one egg is always enough (un oeuf)"

[@dougt5357]

I knew there was a joke there but, I had to stop for a moment and think about it.

[@Not_Sure_]

1, 9

[@snakerb]

Even with my French background, I missed that. Good catch 😂

[@snakerb]

@@Not_Sure_9 is neuf

[@pleappleappleap]

@@FSLucc That joke is from an episode of The West Wing.

[@behdadbanan]

“Every pound that you save, it is pound of fun that you have” sounds like my Dietitian in every single sessions 😂

[@PutSomeDsonThatBlink]

James May described this as a mini supercar and he's so right. It's a supercar that is useable and you get to have all of the fun on the road without losing your license.

[@OriginalTrev]

...and the crowning glory of the A110 is the suspension wasn't tuned for the Nurburgring

[@bodhisattvamukherjee4424]

James still has his A110 though he got rid of some of his other cars

[@garethmcrae668]

@@PutSomeDsonThatBlink If it's got supercar pace (and it's certainly old supercar performance) then your license is eminently loseable. Tops out at 155mph by which point the po-po may have got interested; UK motorway speeds in under 6 seconds...

[@thierrycocolapins5678]

As a 3 years user, I confirm : you can use it for long road-trips. True, you have to be creative to make all luggage fitting in but you can pack a 10 days road-trip stuff for two. On the other side of the spectrum, you can enjoy this car just for an early tour to grab your fresh croissants at the bakery nearby. The real annoying thing is the lack of glovebox for small essential items. It sucks improvising one with the optional archive box Alpine is selling. On a racetrack, it might not be the most performant car but the limits are way beyond my skill I owned a Porsche and sold it : it’s a great car but you need to go very fast for getting sensations. Too bad for your licence.

[@mathieuschafer1360]

I just Come back from the UK, and seeing those Narrow but Sometimes magnificent roads rly made me think about how this was what the Alpine was done for. It's not a coincidence if those cars keep getting more expansive, everyone wants a piece of this wonderful adventure

[@EdwindePaula]

SO THIS IS HOW I LEARN TO PAUSE THE SONG ON MY 2015 BRAZILIAN RENAULT SANDERO? I can’t believe it is exactly the same volume control and that JAMES taught me the pause shortcut

[@GreedyBoyBordeaux]

that's the bad poitn on this car they re use a lots of renault pieces to make it cheaper. It's not always the most beautiful thing but it makes rthe car a lot cheaper comparing to creating new pieces :)

[@reitsmaassociates]

Bought one of the very last new A110’s in Australia 2 years back - (only 110 ironically imported to Australia before they were withdrawn due to no side airbags) . Loved every minute of it !! Will always miss its purity of drive. - glad you got to drive it guys ! Fabulous review as always - Cheers from Brisbane

[@1amaw3some]

Sir, this is a wendy's. Would have lost it if he wouldve said also you're wrong.💀

[@purwantiallan5089]

Wendy's Pizza?

[@19hundoc47]

Cool skull after your sentence. You children are so cool

[@DrBarbequeSauce]

​@@19hundoc47 I know, so edgy right?

[@19hundoc47]

@@DrBarbequeSauce lol

[@Domepeezy]

@@19hundoc47aww look at the 2 butt buddies hurt over an emoji

[@scorpion120700]

The Boot of the vehicle actually gets really hot, when you drive a little.. apparently reaches 60 degrees Celsius with ease. drove this into the alps, and our sandwiches felt freshly baked for lunch.

[@starvin-marvin-the-martian]

When I first got my Lotus Evora GT I went grocery shopping. Got some food and stuff, and a little pint of ice-cream. Put them all in trunk. By the time I got hom 15 minutes later the ice cream was liquid goop.

[@514aam]

​@@starvin-marvin-the-martian about 5kg of thermal insulator will solve that issue, worth it

[@anthonysimpson6738]

You should have brought pizza instead of sandwiches, as it is a perfect pizza warmer. It is a mid engine sport car it is well known the boot gets warm, the sandwiches should have been in the front, just saying the obvious it isn’t a negative if you understood the car.

[@Caffeinated-DaVinci]

@@anthonysimpson6738 It's poor design decisions even if you understand the car.

[@nyc863]

@@anthonysimpson6738 unfortunately the front gets just as hot. The heat exchanger is right under the plastic tub. Pretty much the frunk and the front tub are equal in temps given enough time driving. Probably easier to insulate the front tub as it is rectangular, however.

[@gabrielmontuy840]

Got to love all their videos, just two guys finding cars that they think are fun and sharing it with all of us

[@purwantiallan5089]

Thomas and James are as amazing as Mat and Yianni.

[@DragzMR2]

​@@purwantiallan5089i mean, i do like yianni and matt but these guys and their tests are ages ahead of the the carwow duo

[@AmazingWorld-x8w]

Part 2 kzbin.info/www/bejne/npzLoZagfZahlbs

[@lopperdawn10898]

@@DragzMR2Carwow feels so repetitive these days with the drag race and uninspired car reviews. Once Matt got his gt3rs, that’s all he can talk about.

[@daviddouglas7622]

Just 2 guys working their arses off to make great videos lol

[@E-0trainless]

Dear Alpine A110, In the quiet moments of twilight, when the world is bathed in hues of amber and gold, my thoughts often drift back to you. You were more than just a car; you were a symphony of engineering and artistry, a testament to the beauty of precision and passion. I remember the first time I laid eyes on you, your sleek curves and elegant lines capturing my heart instantly. You were a vision of grace and power, a perfect blend of form and function. Every drive with you was an adventure, a dance on the open road where we moved as one, your engine’s purr a melody that resonated deep within my soul. We shared countless sunsets, racing against the dying light, your tires gripping the asphalt with unwavering confidence. The wind would rush past us, carrying away the worries of the world, leaving only the pure, unadulterated joy of the journey. You were my escape, my sanctuary, a place where I could lose myself and find myself all at once. Your spirit was untamed, your performance unmatched. Each twist and turn of the road was a testament to your agility and strength. You responded to my every command with a grace that was almost ethereal, making even the most mundane drives feel like a grand adventure. Together, we conquered mountains and valleys, city streets and country roads, each journey a chapter in our shared story. But as with all beautiful things, our time together was fleeting. The memories we created are etched in my heart, a bittersweet reminder of what once was. I often find myself longing for those days, for the thrill of the ride and the comfort of your presence. You were more than just a car; you were a companion, a confidant, a piece of my soul. And now, as I sit here reminiscing, I can’t help but smile through the melancholy. For though our time together was brief, it was filled with moments of pure magic. And in the world of Forza Horizon 5, you continue to live on, a digital echo of the perfection that was the Alpine A110. Forever yours, A Devoted Driver

[@aitorgallego98]

As an A110 owner myself, I cried with your comment, much respect

[@E-0trainless]

@@aitorgallego98 same here ;-;

[@mathieuschafer1360]

Damn bro, I hope you'll get your hands on one, if not already done

[@nathanielhart2846]

Dear OP, That seemed a bit excessive. You might want to wash your hands. Please, avoid store aisles that sell lotion and/or baskets. Thanks bigly, Concerned, regular dude.

[@tiagorocha811]

@@aitorgallego98 are you galician?

[@rleerm]

The car industry should notice that no one dislikes the A110. It's a beauty without the popular edgy design. The retro link is done well. If Alpine only had the budget for (rally) racing ...

[@str3am0-morgancochet-85]

There is rallying with the A110 rallye, it also exists in GT4 championships (racing against AMG GT, Audi R8...)

[@AFUSKH]

Loving these UK videos, we need a Throttlehouse world tour!

[@purwantiallan5089]

Throttle House World Tour like Top Gear World Tour?

[@ZenBarlowZen]

Would you say it would be a…Grand Tour?

[@Marc.Google]

Moar Italy! 🇮🇹

[@milbin1795]

Holy moly cheeze ballz​@@ZenBarlowZen

[@jacobrev6567]

The Intro is so funny actually 😂👍

[@johnmac609]

for a second i thought they got rid of the helmut bump, still there haha.

[@215.civicsi7]

Should’ve done McDonald’s because of the “sell like hotcakes” line

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@johnmac609the Alpine A110 2024 has about 276bhp like R33GTR 95.

[@AmazingWorld-x8w]

Part 2 kzbin.info/www/bejne/npzLoZagfZahlbs

[@dougt5357]

The Outro was just as good!

[@Pk1998AMG]

I was in NYC about a month ago and saw an A110 with michigan manufacturer plates driving around Times Square. Gives me hope they're on the way.

[@preventiondechets1767]

ce qui est fou dans le design, c'est qu'elle a été présenté en 2017 pour être commercialisé en 2018 et elle pait toujours autant. Elle est intemporelle.

[@2cats1guy]

“In France, one egg………is always an oeuf.” I absolutely lost it, 😂😂😂

[@wxrdsmith]

Un oeuf 😂

[@arcwlrd]

not "un OEuf" but "un œuf" with a "œ" haha, and when there is more than one egg, its "des œufs" yep thats weird right

[@2cats1guy]

@@arcwlrd I failed French 10 twice. Gimmie a break, lol

[@arcwlrd]

@@2cats1guyhaha no Problem dude at least you tried, even as a French i can’t write setence correctly so thats alright 😹

[@hundo369]

@@arcwlrd I was doing it phonetically for the joke...but I honestly would have used "une" because you'd think an EGG is feminine. This is why French doesn't make sense. Men don't make eggs. It's not masculine.

[@LF-du4uc]

Glad the TH team is living the dream! Couldn’t have happened to a better more talented bunch!

[@purwantiallan5089]

TH delivers amazingness every single day.

[@Marc.Google]

Agreed!

[@pascald.general9487]

James May bought one immediately after he reviewed it. If that hasnt told everyone how spectacular this car is, i dont know what will...And am I the only one that heard the HAWK TUAA from THOMAS🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣?

[@dougt5357]

Thomas 'heard it' on the internet! Bon jour! 🤦‍♂🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@karll3119]

"Enough / un oeuf" 😂 James culture at its best !!

[@anthonysimpson6738]

We were extremely lucky to get it in Australia until our safety regulators stop it being imported for a side impact regulation no other country had yet implemented. I have one and l love it. The auto is amazing how it downshifts, how accelerating holds the gear and holds the revs. If you hold the sport button it goes into track mode. I love how it is unassuming most people don’t realise it is a sport car. Glad you got to drive one. It is a shame the US and Canada missed out on it.

[@ultimateskillchain]

I was just looking up if I could get one here, but only 5 centres across the whole country and they're "service-only". Such a shame, as this is one of my favourite cars in the Forza games, and I'd love the chance to drive one in real life. I want to compare it with my MX-5, too!

[@ultimateskillchain]

@@TC-zf1ji sounds like you didn't watch the video. And I say that as someone who only ever drives manual.

[@AR-gk1kt]

I find the car gets a lot of attention, a bit too much for my liking if I'm honest. It's small and cute but it is also quite stunning, particularly as it's a shape people don't recognise. A lot of people wouldn't bat an eyelid at a Porsche which costs 3x the price but the A110 gets supercar level of attention.

[@ultimateskillchain]

@@TC-zf1ji seems like you're jealous of it, based on these replies

[@ultimateskillchain]

@@TC-zf1ji I was referring to the attention it gets. Feels like you're desperate for some. Good luck 🤞🏻

[@zygarde2162]

Really enjoyed this one! From intro to outtakes, it’s among the classics! Thanks to all who had a hand in this. It’s not easy keeping it fresh all the time.

[@Avraham420]

There really just isn't a better, more entertaining duo than Thomas and James on youtube.

[@CripticInfo]

At this point Throttle House is the best Car review channel ever!

[@aL-hg3bj]

By far!!!

[@tony973]

Everytime I heard Thomas talking about "handeling" and "weight" and bad experience of driving a modern sport car, I said in my head "Thomas need to drive an Alpine a110 / a110S " and I'm glad it's done 🙏, happy with the conclusion 👌

[@alle8565]

+1

[@aitorgallego98]

THIS IS THE BEST VIDEO OF THROTTLE HOUSE for me, i have been asking for this video for so much I even invited them to come and try my car so they could make the video, as a proud owner of an Alpine A110, now my life is full, thanks you so much Throttle House, greetings from Spain ❤️

[@victreebel170]

this comment is so pure ❤

[@chrissadler2863]

I've been lucky enough to drive hundreds of cars but the Alpine A110S that I drove remains, to this day, the one I would buy in a heartbeat if I had the funds. It is THE best car I've ever driven.

[@Average_Bruh]

I have been asking for this for a while. I'm glad to see it finally happening. Reviewing cars from across the pond and seeing just how much North America is missing out on.

[@Tourtiere34]

but then that knowledge hurts!

[@Average_Bruh]

@@Tourtiere34 exactly. Lol

[@kazefw3834]

​@@Tourtiere34that's the neat thing 😂

[@YusufSayed-px2xy]

Have plenty of great cars here in the US

[@CPMUNSEY]

The ending out takes….priceless! I love these guys!

[@purwantiallan5089]

The Alpine A110 is like combination of Elise 111R + Toyota MR2 GTS.

[@Goingplaces110]

Been driving an A110GT as a daily for two years. There's enough room for two flights bags in the front another in the back as well as a wife and also a small dog in the foot well lol. I'm obviously biased but it's quirky and I love it

[@mathieuschafer1360]

I hope you'll keep it as long as you Can pal, it's awesome

[@Goingplaces110]

@@mathieuschafer1360 I love them. Might look at another one

[@mathieuschafer1360]

@@Goingplaces110 A110 R ? That's quite a budget tho :/, I made myself a reason for those ones

[@Goingplaces110]

@@mathieuschafer1360 the improvements do make a real difference having driven one. Really depends what you are going to use it for

[@boutch3r]

@@Goingplaces110 I regularly drive an A110S 2022 and it's already pretty close to the R. If configured properly the S weights maybe onlyt 30kg more. What it needs is a proper drivetrain preparation and that's it. Problem with the R is it's way more expensive and more restrictive (ex: you can't daily drive those carbon rims).

[@1994SHOtime]

Intro was killer, love it

[@martinmaksimov367]

So I have been flirting with the idea of trading in my Megane 275 Trophy for an A110 for a while now. After watching this I have to do it now, the car review gods have given it the stamp of approval.

[@mariosteineschwanz2442]

I swapped my megane trophy R for the Alpine A110 GT. The a110 is one of the best handling cars on the market and plenty of power for 1090 kg .

[@AI-qd4vb]

theres barely any car reviewer that has tested this car and doesnt absolutely love it.

[@lachlan84]

*me eyeing my 275* not gonna lie it's tempting until I realise the 275 is worth $20k and the cheapest one of these I can buy is $90k ex onroads :(

[@AR-gk1kt]

I upgraded from a Clio RS and the A110 truly has the Renault Sport handling and suppleness turned up to 11. I've driven the Megane 280 and the 4 wheel steering makes it feel like it's oversteering on sharp corners similar to the A110 but it is a big ol lump of car, the lightness of the A110 is priceless. I work with someone who has driven all the RS cars and thinks the 275 was the last really good one, try to keep both if you can. Thankfully, for sentimental reasons, my Clio is only worth around £3k so not worth selling.

[@mathieuschafer1360]

​@@AR-gk1kt For the Megane 4 they rly wanted to "germanize" it by upgrading the overall comfort and making a family car, The RS275 is way more raw and unfiltered (my favorite RS as well btw)

[@jonathans2281]

I didn't like the bug lights when I came out, but years later I appreciate that it looks distinct and different from the rest. Put some yellow film over them, and you're golden.

[@antoniolopez2322]

They look great in the flesh, videos and pics don´t make justice to the Alpine looks. It´s like the opposite to the 4C. They look great in pics, but in the flesh they look like a caricature of a supercar. too wide, too short, too busy. No proportions. The Alpine on the other hand has the proportions right. and those lights look very different than in pics. Integrated and gives it personality.

[@artgreen6915]

What? Do neither of the commenters above me realise this was styled after the original A110 made from 1963 to 1977? I realise even a retro inspired design must stand on its own 4 wheels, but both of you are giving the impression you think this design was blue sky thinking. It wasn't.

[@jonathans2281]

@@artgreen6915 not sure what have you that impression. Was very familiar with the original.

[@antoniolopez2322]

@@artgreen6915 When I was a kid I used to see an 60´s-70´s Alpine a110 parked on my way home almost every day. So yes, I know where this comes from. Loved that car. Love the new one too.

[@nicstroud]

I'm old enough to remember the A310s of the 70's and 80's. My friend had a 1977 V6 in the mid 80's and it was a beast. The new A110 looks, equally as good by todays standards, as my friend's A310 was at nine years old in 1986.

[@AshKnight]

The outtakes at the end killed me 🤣 keep doing that! This review was epic as always; the Alpine is a car I’ve never considered buying, perhaps due to the compromises you eloquently alluded to during this video, but I admire it for what it is. It’s a pure, out and out sports car, and if you have enough money to buy a car like this that you’ll use rarely and usually just because you want to go for a drive, I think it’s nearly perfect

[@caglioso]

There is a reason this channel has already surpassed 3m subs while straight pipes still can’t crack 2m, despite starting much earlier. Throttle House quality is just far and away superior in every way.

[@malcolmn.5222]

Shall I get you some knee pads?

[@dre32pitt]

straight pipes is very formula driven... TH actually does stuff outside of car reviews (their road trip in the ae86 and GTI come to mind and probably garnered them a LOT of subs)

[@kingphiltheill]

Ha, I own a A110 GT with 300 hp in this exact colour! It's amazing! Greatings from Germany.

[@Wrathlon]

"Sir this is a wendy's" Holy shit the IRL meme killed me.

[@alioscopy-glasses-free-3D]

Absolutely brilliant content guys… you'll soon reach 4 million subs! The 'best-mates' connection between the two of you - plus the high production values, elevates both of your channels to essential watching. Keep up the good work!

[@beborodner930]

Great vid. But also.. the production quality and the comradery between James amd Thomas is top notch entertainment. This IS the best car review channel..

[@pdcichosz]

The audio/phone stalk is THE BEST THING EVER. Renault has been using these for years and there's a good reason: they need a minute of getting used to and then they are insanely intuitive. I am sad to see these things go and be replaced with a cluster of buttons on the wheel.

[@TassieLorenzo]

They are OK. The cruise control buttons randomly scattered over the steering wheel and centre console are a disaster (because French!). The Renault audio stalk is tradition from the 90's before steering wheels buttons, but all other auto makers (e.g., Honda) do just fine with buttons for both audio AND cruise on the steering wheel you can *actually see* while driving without having to have had memorised. I like Renault, but it's disingenuous to say they have good ergonomics going by my Mk3 Megane. The aforementioned steering wheel cruise buttons didn't even light up (fixed on Mk4 and A110, but that's still not very good), whereas on a slightly earlier realise Honda they light up. My Megane GT220 manual still had the kickdown at the end of the accelerator even though it's a manual (supposedly VWs are the same), that's a lack of attention to detail compared to a Honda where it is not there (as why should it be). Then you have the bar under the dash to extend the brake pedal to the right side of the car, since the master cylinder is still on the left... The clutch goes through the firewall still on the left too and just has extension hoses over to the right. Then you have rubber bushes which give a rubbery manual shift feel compared to nylon bushings in a Honda Type R (why didn't RenaultSport/Alpine change those out for nylon bushes? lots of complaints of rubbery Meg GT/RS shifters could have been so easily solved?). That's a lot of lack of attention to detail in all kinds of areas!

[@pdcichosz]

@@TassieLorenzo I was just talking about the audio stalk 0_o Looking at controls while you're driving is the opposite of what good ergonomics in a car is. There are 4 or 5 buttons + one roller on that stalk, if you can't memorize that I don't think driving a car is a good idea... And what's 'scattered all over the steering wheel' exactly? Renaults used to have TWO rocker cruise control buttons on their steering wheels, one on the left, one on the right. You're making things up.

[@TassieLorenzo]

@@pdcichosz "And what's 'scattered all over the steering wheel' exactly? " The on/off button for cruise control used to be on the centre console by the gear lever. :)

[@pdcichosz]

@@TassieLorenzo oh, ok, that's horrible 😅

[@DaytonasGarden]

You guys are nuts! That car is the sexiest car being made right now.

[@zohircherifi5616]

Jason from Engineering Explained praised the car and wished it would be sold in North America

[@hydrolifetech7911]

I would like to watch that video. KZbin please recommend it!

[@andycalifornia426]

@@hydrolifetech7911 Or you could take matters into your hands and enter "Engineering Explained Alpine" into the search field. To each his own, I guess.

[@bokiNYC]

Yes, but nobody would buy it if it was $70k - if it was $45k maybe they would sell a few.

[@AI-qd4vb]

@@bokiNYC It would be cheaper than 70k but not 45k lol... Thats what a mustang costs, lol. The Alpine is pretty much a supercar at a discount. Its not fantatstic just performance wise, but feels wise. How many cars can give you the sensations of a 60s classic with the performance of a 2000s supercar?

[@bearclaw5115]

@@bokiNYC It would cost in the middle of your range and I'd buy one for sure!

[@thelawfamilyproduction329]

Light weight modern mid car engine. What a dream. The last affordable one was the MR 2. Which was before initial D.

[@purwantiallan5089]

Karin Asaka also a big fan of Toyota MR2 in fact.

[@TrojanRabbit521]

A touch older but my 1st car I paid for was Pontiac Fiero. Tons of fun but loved to swap ends if pavement wasn’t bone dry

[@rainerknuth]

Mazda MX5 Front mid Engin

[@Shiny_Dragonite]

I've been hoping they bring the MR2 back, but it's been rumored to be coming back for so long I'll believe it when I see it.

[@yimpyoi9808]

i mean this sits in the same price range as a c8 stingray which has a v8 with twice the power and a nicer interior, plus an actually usable frunk and trunk and some interior storage. really the only way this outclasses the c8 stingray is in its handling because of how light it is.

[@kushagrachaturvedy2821]

The intros NEVER disappoint

[@se7inhand]

I've said it before, an I'll say it again, James seems so happy to be James.

[@samuelharris2473]

James seems to have so much confidence. He sort of dominates the back and forth conversation and almost never seems unsure or doubts himself oddly.

[@asterioslytsioulis4226]

For 60-70K THIS would Not sell in North America . I live in Germany and it unfortunately didn't sell here either. I saw one or maybe two since 2017.

[@emmakeuken7436]

yeah, it doesnt offer enough for the price. Its not a track car because it lacks power (talking about the p/w ratio)& aero to be properly competitive and not the best drivers car because of the sound and transmission. AND ITS OVERPRICED

[@Catchingcars]

in the states it woudl be cheaper just like everything else except for food Germany is extremely expensive

[@louissanderson719]

I’ve seen quite a few here in the uk

[@himura357]

Exactly this. People don't have disposable income and can barely afford a regular new car. Those who can afford it want more and who could blame them. Light and balanced is fun, but not $70k fun.

[@benoitm2810]

In the US the car wouldn't be taxed to death by the State and the EU

[@dl6860]

"And I'm James" was hilarious this time around

[@Slowboysclub]

Hak-tuah made it to a TH video this is PEAK 10:55 LMAO

[@EdgeRatedR007]

I was so disappointed

[@Jadawin-kk3fz]

Gordon Murray drives one. That says it all for me. Wonderful colour by the way. And as always a pleasure to watch your video, lads.

[@johndoubleu5792]

You guys are slowly but surely turning into the new Top Gear. Love it, and a shout out from Fonthill, ON!

[@popuppete]

And another shout out from Pelham!

[@roytrevisan3491]

@@popuppete And another shout out from "The Fleet"

[@pkbeast]

And another shout out from an English guy who for a while, lived out in Fonthill.

[@aalamk1000]

This car has recently been added in the market in mauritius And one rally driver have bought one and now it dominating every rally event Even the gr yaris cannot compete

[@AR-gk1kt]

Oh wow. I'm an Alpine A110 owner from the UK but have family in Mauritius and visit every year, I've often thought how I would love to drive one on the roads there, particularly the mountains in the South. Hopefully I win the lottery and can have one in each country!

[@aalamk1000]

@@AR-gk1kt well good luck👍

[@woodchuckles47]

The concluding gag reel! 😂

[@nicochicobean1395]

the little frenchman rowing the gears for you gave you the dikembe mutumbo finger wag… “No Shift!! No Shift!!”

[@GreedyBoyBordeaux]

Lightweight little french gems. It's one of the most iconic french car. For us it's a beauty and a symbol of our love for cars. Precise, light, afordable !!

[@k.ryanhasse8047]

More than half the time I watch you guys not because of the car being showcased...you're so entertaining! Thank you!

[@carlosviverostiburcio7689]

That joke about 🇫🇷!!!!! Definitely one of the best!!!!! Congrats!!!!

[@thomasforrester7242]

Not the hawk tuah on the al peen ☠️

[@CaptainHoratioPugwash]

17:46 Renault have been using that exact same media control stalk on the steering column for literally decades. An old colleague of mine had it on a a 90's Clio

[@Legenwait4itdary]

thats why I drive Renaults!!

[@shonza00]

Same one on my 2010 Espace. Can’t unsee it.

[@pdcichosz]

Because it's brilliant.

[@IMSRYK]

I love how it looks on the outside personally. The headlights really work to make it look more exotic.

[@eh9692]

it looks so good ! i love the look from when James May drove it on GT

[@Fpvpilot928]

Funny to show Ocon when you mention the F1 connection. He's gonna be a Haas driver in a few months after this seasons over.

[@gregsheppard1457]

What a brilliant trip over here you had. It's best not to beep at sheep, you can scare them into unpredictable action. If they're eating by the road they will ignore you anyway.

[@ozahmed4523]

Blue is the French racing colour by the way, just like British racing green. Canada is Red with white stripes. Italy Red, Germany white, Belgium yellow and USA blue with white stripes.

[@jaball77]

Jesus christ the egg joke destroyed me. Keep it up, guys!

[@iwanderoften9114]

The opening was epic! Love it

[@timk1980]

13:50 🤦🏼 ‘1 egg in France is always un œuf’ …James you bellend, made me hock-tuuu my brew over my dog at that 😂

[@bokiNYC]

😂😂😂

[@leslielewis5376]

Indeed! Too 🤣

[@ElAndresRodriguez]

Please never say that shit again

[@deadlybladesmith3093]

Wish we had these in the US!

[@Cobra_08YT]

Luckly for me I'm not only European but also french so it's really easy to get these

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@Cobra_08YTimagine if it is also obtainable in Asian countries.

[@toyotagaz]

I'm glad you don't

[@FenderUsa]

@@toyotagaz weirdo

[@MaticTheProto]

@@toyotagazAmericans annoy me as much as they do most people, but you don’t have to be such a c***

[@tfly7267]

The bloopers at the end were great! 😂 I’d love to see a video of some of the best on the 2nd channel

[@Nightmare-wr5vs]

I 2nd this, we want, no scratch that, we need more bloopers from them 2 guys.

[@REfanforlife]

so crazy I legit thought about outtake reels during the middle of the episode and how good they would be and voila

[@ronreagan7950]

My uncle (mum’s side) owns the A110 S. A monster on the highway. Still reflects Alpine’s philosophy of lighter chassis is better. Having driven and enjoyed the Alpine, totally agree.

[@marctheshark5315]

If only this thing came with a manual, it'd be one of the best cars ever made.

[@antibrevity]

I have no problem with their decision to have no true manual transmission, but to say that operating a manual distracts from the rest of the driving experience is like saying that the touching distracts from the rest of the intercourse experience. Perhaps the cold distracts from the experience of eating ice cream as well.

[@MrXephone]

I agree, it's strange they brought that. I saw a lot a Alpine A110 review and the reason why there is no manual is because of money. With the budget they had, the options were a good manual or a good DCT or a mid manual and mid DCT. They choose the DCT because of the market buy automatics.

[@Fa8es]

Thank you for the sterling prices. Please keep this going. You’ve a massive UK following now. Love the channel. 🇨🇦 🇬🇧

[@matmul4850]

They know through KZbin stats exactly how big their uk audience is.

[@SuperMaverick37]

I saw 3 of them being tested in Florida through the Florida Everglades and final destination Michigan. Nice fellows allowed my brother and I to sit in them. Thomas's wish might come true!

[@markmotoringman5830]

The Alpine A110 is absolutely stunning, so wish it would come to NA.

[@TheCaptainJA]

You guys are absolutely correct! I would have an A110 in my garage NOW, if these were sold in Canada! It's such a beautiful car!

[@ExecuteBrandon]

@@TheCaptainJA LOL… you can easily import one. What’s stopping you?

[@TheCaptainJA]

@@ExecuteBrandon into Canada? Ooh, please direct me to how

[@ExecuteBrandon]

@@TheCaptainJA lol… if you can’t figure it out, you just don’t want it bad enough. Which is the point in the first place.

[@TheCaptainJA]

@@ExecuteBrandon the fact that none are available, or available to be registered for public road use, is the point. But I guess an ignorant American couldn't understand... 🤔

[@TheAnonymousCunt]

@@ExecuteBrandon you are brain dead

[@dil6969]

Safety, emissions and fuel economy standards that are disproportionately more stringent towards small and lightweight cars will keep masterpieces like this from ever coming to North America. The Alfa 4C, for instance, was a similarly aimed vehicle that ended being over 300lbs heavier in North America than Europe. Certifying these vehicles to be sold in the US while keeping the weight down is difficult and very expensive. On a car that's unlikely to be super profitable, there's little incentive for car companies to bother. It's why nearly every car in North America gets bigger, heavier, uglier and dumber with each passing year. Our laws have been killing small, lightweight cars for years and there's no chance in us changing course.

[@danmayberry1185]

Mid-90s Celica look aside, it's a sexy car. James May had one, and I'd have one in Canada if it weren't for protectionist trade restrictions.

[@PJK-444]

quick glance I thought the same too lol, definitely a hit with college girls and admin assistants

[@ColbyReed]

Mid-nineties Celica looks, are not a negative.

[@AxLWake]

It's very much a modern take on the original Alpine A110. If Celica comes to mind, I guess there are some holes in your car history knowledge.

[@danmayberry1185]

@@AxLWake Considering they showed a still of the original Alpine and said what you just typed, I'll leave the holes to you.

[@AxLWake]

@@danmayberry1185 And still you don't make the connection?

[@coachsteve10]

James' support in the intro. Everybody needs a James

[@toffee_jdm]

Forget the production quality the great reviews and perfect sound editing these guys intros will never fail to impress

[@tommarino69]

Love that it has the ancient volume controls that my old Clio 182 had 😂

[@mathieuschafer1360]

Renault Magic :)

[@CIRCLEDARK]

All I see in the headlights is a fuzzy little jumping spider.

[@kpkpss]

Loving your videos from Australia 🍻

[@seankearney7070]

Go to bed

[@thekobracrewwithasideofsal7678]

@@seankearney7070no, I won’t (also from Australia)

[@robinsonsadventures2174]

Incredible car, fantastic show guys

[@BatManWayneCorp]

Yay, the get in helmet is back in the intro ❤ arguably one of the best gags the guys did, period!

[@JakeMcCourt-k4b]

*I had problem comprehending trading in general. I tried watching other KZbin trading channels, but they made the concepts more complicated. I was almost giving up until when i discovered content and explain everything in detail. The videos are easy to follow*

[@CallumGrummitt-g6e]

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[@ThandlSebe]

Digital Asset"? What is that? Does it have some intrinsic value or is it a made up ledger of imaginary ones and zeros?

[@CamilleWaldman]

That's actually quite impressive, I could use some Info on your FA, I am looking to make a change on my finances this year as well

[@CallumGrummitt-g6e]

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[@FranMolina-u3t]

I'm surprised that this name is being mentioned here, I stumbled upon one of her clients testimonies on CNBC news last week...

[@abdullahjumaah43]

Alfa Romeo 4C review next? maybe a back to back with this one becuz they have very similar philosophies

[@tiegh2010]

Saw one of these driving in Kansas City. He said he was working. Driving it across the nation and showing it off i suppose

[@kakutasubeats]

Saw this in the background of the "Beast" video and just loved how it looked

[@cullendavis104]

I never comment on KZbin Videos, but you guys are seriously killing it.

[@LanguagesWithAndrew]

The Toyota GR86 has, near as makes no difference, the same power (~250) but is naturally aspirated and so the power curve is superior (it is) to that of the turbocharged Alpine, is available with a manual transmission, weighs only slightly more, and costs less than half as much (~US$30,000). *Some* people would buy the Alpine were they to bring it to NA, yes, but...not as many as you two seem to think, in my opinion.

[@mugenmark]

The GR86 only has 228bhp and is so much slower. Here in the UK they struggle against a Fiesta ST on the road. I used to own a stage 2 400bhp Focus RS and a standard Alpine left me for dust at Brands Hatch near where I live such is the power to weight and handling of them.

[@barsaf9989]

You know whats going to happen right? Alpine will say "oh! North America wants our cars! Here is an EV Crossover."

[@0Rookie0]

And now it's 4200 lbs!

[@JonathanBachelder]

You 2 are the new top gear to me. Keep growing and making these amazing videos. Would love to see more adventures from you.

[@markhartman7939]

The big question is reliability. The history regarding French road going vehicles is suspect at best. You maybe should have hung in with the Emira. 8500 miles, road trip Chicago to Monterrey. Absolutely flawless and one of the best driving experiences on the market. New Emira fanboy.

[@PhilipIbrahimBenson]

I drove past a Singer 911 in mine yesterday and we mutually admired each other's car. I love how so many people don't get this car, but if you know, you know.