Potential A110 purchase (2024/2025): ISA and Turbo que
Discussion
I’m seriously considering trading my Ferrari 812 Superfast for an Alpine A110. I realise that’s a rather unusual move, but I suspect I’d end up using the Alpine far more than I currently use the Ferrari.
I had an A110 as a rental for a couple of days a while ago and absolutely loved it, so now I’m looking at buying one. I’m thinking of a used 2024 or 2025 car. I’d consider a new one if the right deal came along, but I don’t really see the point of paying more and waiting a few months.
Comfort is my top priority, so I think I’m looking for the standard/base A110 rather than an S or R.
I have a couple of questions for current owners:
1. Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA): How easy is it to disable the speed warning each time you start the car? Is there a shortcut or programmable button that lets you turn it off quickly, or do you have to go through several touchscreen menus every journey? I’m aware that this system is mandatory on newer cars, so I’m really interested in how intrusive it is in day-to-day use.
2. Model variants: On Auto Trader, the most common variant seems to be listed as “Turbo”. Am I right in thinking that this is simply the standard/base A110 with the softer suspension, rather than a separate trim level?
Any other advice for someone buying a 2024/2025 A110 with comfort as the main priority would also be very welcome.
Thanks in advance!
I had an A110 as a rental for a couple of days a while ago and absolutely loved it, so now I’m looking at buying one. I’m thinking of a used 2024 or 2025 car. I’d consider a new one if the right deal came along, but I don’t really see the point of paying more and waiting a few months.
Comfort is my top priority, so I think I’m looking for the standard/base A110 rather than an S or R.
I have a couple of questions for current owners:
1. Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA): How easy is it to disable the speed warning each time you start the car? Is there a shortcut or programmable button that lets you turn it off quickly, or do you have to go through several touchscreen menus every journey? I’m aware that this system is mandatory on newer cars, so I’m really interested in how intrusive it is in day-to-day use.
2. Model variants: On Auto Trader, the most common variant seems to be listed as “Turbo”. Am I right in thinking that this is simply the standard/base A110 with the softer suspension, rather than a separate trim level?
Any other advice for someone buying a 2024/2025 A110 with comfort as the main priority would also be very welcome.
Thanks in advance!
I don't believe "Turbo" was ever a trim on the A110.
Comfort-wise, 17s are very slightly better riding than 18s. Debate rages about the bucket vs comfort seats, but both are comfy. Only the comfort seats could have heating.
The earlier ones (though I'm not sure when it changed) don't have any speed warnings.
Comfort-wise, 17s are very slightly better riding than 18s. Debate rages about the bucket vs comfort seats, but both are comfy. Only the comfort seats could have heating.
The earlier ones (though I'm not sure when it changed) don't have any speed warnings.
1. There is no such thing as ISA on A110 so there is no need to worry about disabling that.
2. As Sporky already pointed out, there is no model variant called turbo so perhaps it's referring to the base model of A110. I have gathered information on different model variants of A110 over the years in here. Perhaps that is useful:
https://pertti.com/en/alpine/02b-alpine-a110.html#...
2. As Sporky already pointed out, there is no model variant called turbo so perhaps it's referring to the base model of A110. I have gathered information on different model variants of A110 over the years in here. Perhaps that is useful:
https://pertti.com/en/alpine/02b-alpine-a110.html#...
Portti said:
1. There is no such thing as ISA on A110 so there is no need to worry about disabling that.
2. As Sporky already pointed out, there is no model variant called turbo so perhaps it's referring to the base model of A110. I have gathered information on different model variants of A110 over the years in here. Perhaps that is useful:
https://pertti.com/en/alpine/02b-alpine-a110.html#...
How is it possible that a new car is sold in the UK in 2026 without the speed warning? I thought those were mandatory. By ISA I refer to the beeping when detected speed limit is exceeded2. As Sporky already pointed out, there is no model variant called turbo so perhaps it's referring to the base model of A110. I have gathered information on different model variants of A110 over the years in here. Perhaps that is useful:
https://pertti.com/en/alpine/02b-alpine-a110.html#...
pmn3 said:
How is it possible that a new car is sold in the UK in 2026 without the speed warning? I thought those were mandatory. By ISA I refer to the beeping when detected speed limit is exceeded
It was possible for a manufacturer to produce 1,500 cars per year without the required safety equipment after 2024 when these new EU regulations came into effect. Alpine used this possibility to continue producing A110 for a while and not needing to implement these new regulations on the A110. 
pmn3 said:
I suspect I d end up using the Alpine far more than I currently use the Ferrari.
I d consider a new one if the right deal came along, but I don t really see the point of paying more and waiting a few months.
You'll find an A110 far easier to use which in turn will probably encourage you to use it more (like the MX5 you mention in your profile - except this is quicker !) - some cars have a 'sports' exhaust option which is less touring-friendly - not all base models have rear camera I d consider a new one if the right deal came along, but I don t really see the point of paying more and waiting a few months.
Production has now ended so you might find one of the few remaining new cars in the dealer network possibly on their 50/50/0 deal but you won't be able to order one (ETA about a dozen non-S/R left)
After about Easter 2022 there was a sound system update which gave Carplay/Android compatibility
Portti's website has a good model history & other info plus the main UK Facebook group is very helpful
Edited by johnnyreggae on Sunday 2nd August 18:41
Sporky said:
Ah - I might have misunderstood - what's in the comfort pack?
Comfort pack = comfort seats + focal audio + telemetry+ rear view camera + ... ?In fact my Pure with comfort pack is a GT with the B-road 252hp engine, just without the sports exhaust, which could be improved easily
A110Wienerwald said:
Comfort pack = comfort seats + focal audio + telemetry+ rear view camera + ... ?
In fact my Pure with comfort pack is a GT with the B-road 252hp engine, just without the sports exhaust, which could be improved easily
Ah, I remember now. Also 18s, whereas mine has 17s with comfort seats. In fact my Pure with comfort pack is a GT with the B-road 252hp engine, just without the sports exhaust, which could be improved easily
Mine's a Pure on 17's with bucket seats and focal and no sports exhaust. Great mini GT, comfortable.
They are all turbo so that means nothing. It's either 252 or 300hp - GT is the 300hp model with 'standard' comfort suspension. Presume you could get it with the bucket seats as an option, but presume they mostly came with the comfort ones?
Having just come back from a 3,000 mile / 3 week round trip to Italy in mine, I can confirm the bucket seats are wonderfully comfortable even for 6-7-8 hours at a time. I guess you need to be a shape that fits them though.
They are all turbo so that means nothing. It's either 252 or 300hp - GT is the 300hp model with 'standard' comfort suspension. Presume you could get it with the bucket seats as an option, but presume they mostly came with the comfort ones?
Having just come back from a 3,000 mile / 3 week round trip to Italy in mine, I can confirm the bucket seats are wonderfully comfortable even for 6-7-8 hours at a time. I guess you need to be a shape that fits them though.
S600BSB said:
Get a GT and enjoy.
Completely agree. The difference in suspension firmness between the GT and the S is stark, so I would only consider an S if you were buying it as more of a track car.If you really want bucket seats (they are nice to be fair), then get either the base model or the San Remo 73 (which is arguably the best spec of all - soft suspension, 300PS engine, bucket seats). I wanted the extra power, leather seats and trim, so I went for the GT.
By the way, these cars really don't have many "annoying" safety features. No speed warning, no active braking assist, no lane departure warning. They do have start-stop which is only active in normal mode and there's a physical switch to disable it. They also flash the hazard lights when you brake hard enough, this is disabled in Track mode. But you do get cruise control, speed limiter, wireless android auto etc.
On power - remember they're basically the same cars until 6000rpm. So unless you're frequently revving the car out on track, there's nothing in it in the real world. In 6 years, 40+k miles and quite a lot of track days, I never really found the standard car lacking.
I would agree the 17s ride better (having just gone from a 2019 Pure on 17s to a 2026 base model on 18s). AST roads are a worthwhile upgrade - similar to OE ride quality at low speed, but better composed when making progress.
On seats - try them both. Personally I find the buckets really comfy for long trips - the latest GTS spec to me seemed a weird worst of both worlds - stiff suspension but "comfort" seats. And the comfort seats are only available in full leather rather than the microfibre on the buckets.
I would agree the 17s ride better (having just gone from a 2019 Pure on 17s to a 2026 base model on 18s). AST roads are a worthwhile upgrade - similar to OE ride quality at low speed, but better composed when making progress.
On seats - try them both. Personally I find the buckets really comfy for long trips - the latest GTS spec to me seemed a weird worst of both worlds - stiff suspension but "comfort" seats. And the comfort seats are only available in full leather rather than the microfibre on the buckets.
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