Alpine announces hybrid supercar with 1000 hp for 2028
French sports car brand Alpine is planning a radical step into the world of hybrid hypercars. A completely new flagship model has been announced for 2028, which is set to push the boundaries of what is possible and catapult Alpine into a new era: A V6 turbo hybrid with around 1000 hp.
From the A110 to the Hypercar: Alpine reaches for the stars
Alpine, previously known for the light and agile A110, is making a statement with this project: the era of purist lightweight dwarf sports cars is being supplemented by high-tech and performance in the super sports segment.
With this step, Alpine is clearly positioning itself in the segment of brands such as McLaren, Ferrari or Aston Martin - and wants to assert itself there with its own profile.
Technical preview: What is known so far
Although there are no final technical specifications yet, the vision of the new model can be outlined as follows:
Drive: V6 twin turbo in combination with a powerful electric motor
System output: around 1000 hp
Drive type: All-wheel drive (electric front axle + combustion engine rear axle)
Battery technology: probably plug-in hybrid, possibly with Le Mans technology
Lightweight construction: typical Alpine carbon and aluminum
Aerodynamics: racing-inspired, actively controlled
Platform & Development: Together with Lotus?
There are indications that the project could be based on a shared platform with Lotus - similar to the planned EV models that converge via Renault/Nissan's CMF EV architecture and the Lotus Hypercar. The use of components from the Renault Formula 1 team (Alpine F1) is also possible.
Positioning: Alpine as France's tech statement
With the new Hyper-Hybrid, Alpine wants to show that France can not only keep up with small cars and compact models, but also wants to play a leading role in extremely powerful super sports cars.
According to insiders, the design will be aggressive, French-elegant, but aerodynamically optimized - a middle ground between futuristic formula look and road-legal sculpture.
Source: Alpine Cars Youtube
Schedule & production target
Unveiling: expected in 2027
Market launch: planned for the end of 2028
Produktion: stark limitiert (noch nicht bestätigt, vermutlich <500 Stück)
Price: speculatively well over €500,000
Conclusion: France's supercar future is electric - and loud
With the announced Hypercar hypercar, Alpine is setting the course for a new era. The 1000 hp car with V6 biturbo and electric power promises everything a modern Hypercar needs: performance, technology, prestige and a clear brand vision.