Alpine reveals A310 Vision concept at Paris Motor Show

The original four-cylinder Alpine A310 was launched in 1971, with a V6-powered version debuting five years later.

Alpine unveiled the A310 Vision at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, a concept car drawing direct inspiration from the rear-engined Alpine A310 produced between 1971 and 1984. The original model, which used a fibreglass body atop a steel backbone chassis, is a standout in the French marque’s history, designed to compete with the contemporary Porsche 911. Alpine’s design team sourced a classic A310 to serve as a “living reference” inside their studio, creating hand-drawn sketches to capture the vehicle’s proportions and details.

Modernising a Classic

The A310 Vision blends the simpler shape of the four-cylinder model with the muscular stance of the later V6 version. Measuring 4.55 metres long, 2.03 metres wide, and 1.18 metres high, the concept maximizes these classic coupe proportions. The upper body uses aluminium, while the lower sections feature a black “organic treatment” inspired by Formula 1. Alpine fitted the Vision with three-spoke ‘A-shaped’ alloy wheels, similar to those on the Vauxhall STX Concept, and included transparent sections in the doors to reveal an interior featuring bold colours and physical switchgear reminiscent of high-end audio equipment.

Under the skin, the A310 Vision rests on Alpine’s modular Alpine Performance Platform (APP), an electric chassis designed to combine battery power with driver engagement. This same platform will serve as the foundation for the next Alpine A110. Using an established design language rather than a completely new silhouette often helps a brand connect more deeply with its history and loyal customer base. By modernizing a proven shape with contemporary materials and technology, the A310 Vision bridges the gap between the brand’s past achievements and its future electric ambitions.

As the 2026 Paris Motor Show opens its doors, Alpine has made a strong bid for the best-looking vehicle at the event. With the four-cylinder A310 celebrating its 55th anniversary this year, and the V6 model reaching its 50th, Alpine decided to honour the car in Paris. The A310 used a 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine for the first five years of its life, before a 2.7-litre V6 was added in 1976. This later ‘PRV’ engine would also see service in the DeLorean DMC-12, although the A310 was a far more capable sports car.