Alpine is preparing the next generation of the A110 while giving a first look at another concept, the PS1. Both projects show how the French sports-car brand wants to build its future around lightweight engineering, distinctive design and driver-focused performance.
The next A110 is being developed around Alpine’s new APP performance platform. The company has presented a design sculpture previewing the third-generation sports car, while the PS1 is scheduled to be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show.
For Alpine, the challenge is to move forward without losing what made the A110 successful. The current car has built its reputation on low weight, agility and a driving experience that does not depend on having the biggest engine in its class.
That philosophy will be important as Alpine develops its next generation of performance cars.
Alpine’s Lightweight Future
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Alpine Prepares Its Next A110
Alpine is preparing the next generation of the A110 while expanding its ambitions beyond the sports car that built its reputation. The French brand has revealed a design sculpture previewing the third-generation A110 and presented the PS1 concept at the 2026 Paris Motor Show.
The two projects serve different purposes. The A110 sculpture offers a glimpse of the design direction for Alpine’s future sports car, while PS1 belongs to the brand’s special-projects programme. Neither should be confused with a confirmed production specification.
The next A110 will use Alpine’s new APP, or Alpine Performance Platform. For a brand built around lightweight engineering and agility, this platform will be central to how Alpine develops its next generation of performance cars.
Keeping the A110 Identity
Alpine has made it clear that the next A110 must remain recognisable. The design sculpture suggests that the car will retain the proportions and stance associated with the original Berlinette and the current A110, while introducing a more contemporary shape.
Details visible through the sculpture include a V-shaped front treatment, a distinctive dual-light signature, sculpted sides and a lowered rear. Alpine has also drawn inspiration from Concorde, using a flowing blue veil to represent aerodynamic movement and the moment the aircraft broke the sound barrier.
It is an unusual way to preview a car, but the intention is clear: Alpine wants to communicate the design philosophy before revealing the finished vehicle.
The current A110 has earned its reputation through low weight, responsive handling and a focus on driving enjoyment rather than headline power. Preserving those qualities will be important if the new generation is to retain the loyalty of existing customers.
APP Platform Sets the Direction
The new APP platform is the technical foundation for the third-generation A110. Alpine has already demonstrated a development car, called A110 FUTURE, at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, using bodywork based on the current model to accommodate the new platform’s dimensions.
The sculpture now offers a first look at how the production car’s proportions could evolve. It is not a finished vehicle, and Alpine has not yet released a complete set of production specifications.
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For Alpine, the engineering challenge is to preserve the car’s defining qualities while adapting to new technical requirements. The platform will need to support the brand’s performance ambitions without undermining the lightweight approach that distinguishes the A110 from larger and heavier sports cars.
PS1 Adds a Different Dimension
The PS1, short for Projet Spécial 1, was unveiled at the Paris Motor Show on 12 October. Alpine places it within its special-projects programme, separate from the A110’s role as the brand’s core sports-car icon.
The concept gives Alpine another way to explore design and technology outside its regular production range. However, the company has not announced a production version, pricing or a technical specification that would justify treating PS1 as a future showroom model.
That distinction matters. Concept cars can demonstrate a brand’s direction, but not every design or technology feature makes it into production.
Alpine’s wider strategy combines its established sports-car identity with newer models such as the A290 electric hot hatch and A390 sport fastback. The next A110 will need to fit into that broader range while continuing to serve customers who prioritise driving engagement.
The Market for Lightweight Sports Cars
The next A110 arrives in a market where sports-car manufacturers face pressure to manage development costs, meet changing regulations and decide how quickly to electrify their products.
Alpine’s approach puts weight, agility and distinctive design at the centre of its proposition. That gives the brand a clear identity, but success will depend on whether the new car delivers the right balance of performance, price and everyday usability.
The APP platform is an important part of that equation. It provides the technical base for the next generation, while the design sculpture suggests that Alpine intends to keep the car visually connected to its heritage.
What Comes Next
The immediate focus is on the information Alpine releases about the APP platform and the production-bound A110. Details such as weight, powertrain, performance, price and launch timing will be needed before the next car can be assessed properly.
PS1 adds interest to Alpine’s Paris Motor Show presence, but its longer-term significance remains open until the company explains its purpose and technical direction in greater detail.
For now, Alpine is making a clear statement about its priorities. It wants to grow into a broader premium performance brand without losing the lightweight engineering and driving character that made the A110 distinctive in the first place.
