The Heroic Life of This Alpine at the Paris Motor Show

We often wonder what happens to a car displayed at a Motor Show. We have the answer for this Alpine A110 R Ultime.

There will certainly be no more pure and extreme Alpine modern than this A110 R Ultime. The last iteration with an internal combustion engine, it is a fitting tribute to the A110 that allowed the Dieppe manufacturer to rise from its ashes almost 10 years ago. Only 110 lucky individuals will be able to own it, and according to our information, you shouldn’t wait too long if you want one…

The engineers at Alpine managed to boost the power of its 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine to 345 horsepower and 420 Nm of torque. An incredible figure for such a small block with a staggering weight-to-power ratio of 3.2 kg/horse. Turbo (turbocharger and supercharger), dual-clutch transmission, Akrapovic titanium exhaust system, adjustable Öhlins shock absorbers, 330 mm AP Racing brakes are all technical innovations. Aerodynamically, the car also features increased downforce of 160 kg at high speed compared to the A110 R Turini version. Moreover, Alpine states that this R Ultime is a true race car homologated for the road.

An Hyperactive Alpine

But to make a car exceptional, making it unique is a great solution. According to the brand with the arrow A, the customization options—from leather choices to the color of aerodynamic appendages—make it almost impossible for two A110 R Ultime to be identical! However, it will be impossible to customize it indiscriminately, as the manufacturer will keep an eye on the demands of its clients to ensure that the mechanical aspect remains king and isn’t overshadowed by an overly extravagant look.

We found the car yesterday evening at the Alpine Studio in Boulogne-Billancourt, which was displayed at the Paris Motor Show. Painted in a stunning gradient of blue, it has since joined the brand’s marketing department and participated in many events… but not only. This is definitely not a full-scale model but a fully operational vehicle. In fact, it is the second prototype developed out of a total of five. Sheltered before the event to showcase it in the best light, it has resumed intensive testing on the track and open road, as evidenced by the adhesive protection on the front face and the abundant brake dust on the calipers. Yes, you can look fabulous at a “Champagne and Glitter” Show and hit the tarmac again as soon as the lights are out. The life of a sports car isn’t easy.

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