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Alpine Celebration Concept: The Le Mans 2015 Show Car Behind the A110
The Alpine Celebration was a concept sports car that Renault's Alpine brand unveiled at the Le Mans 24 Hours weekend in June 2015. It previewed the mid-engined coupé that reached production as the Alpine A110 in 2017. The A110 was built in Dieppe until about 1 July 2026, when the last of 28,701 cars left the line.
Key takeaways
- Unveiled at Le Mans in June 2015, after several false starts for the Alpine revival.
- The Alpine Vision of February 2016 was the near-production version.
- The A110 of 2017: 1.8 turbo with 185 kW (252 PS), 1,103 kg, 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox.
- Petrol A110 production ended in mid-2026; Alpine says the successor will be electric.
The long road to the Alpine Celebration concept
Alpine had not built a car since the A610 left Dieppe in the mid-1990s. Renault's first revival attempt was the A110-50 concept of 2012, styled after the DeZir show car. In November 2012 Caterham agreed to take half of the Alpine company, aiming at affordable sports cars for 2016. Renault bought that stake back on 10 June 2014, and the partnership ended.
The Celebration, unveiled at the 2015 Le Mans race weekend, showed that the project was alive. The old 1cars report linked it to Alpine's 60th anniversary, since the brand was founded in 1955.
What was rumoured and what was built
The 2015 press had no official data, so the report relied on rumours. Some proved right; others did not.
| 2015 rumour | Production A110 (2017) |
|---|---|
| Weight just under 1,100 kg | 1,103 kg |
| 2.0 turbo from the Mégane RS, 265 hp | 1.8 turbo, 185 kW (252 PS) at 6,000 rpm |
| Dual-clutch automatic possible | 7-speed dual-clutch, standard |
| Built in Dieppe | Built in Dieppe, about 15 cars a day |
| Price from €50,000 | Launch edition €58,500 (2017) |
| Production in 2016 | Shown in Geneva in March 2017 |
By our calculation, 185 kW for 1,103 kg works out at about 168 kW per tonne. That explains the A110's reputation for agility despite modest power. Run other cars through the power-to-weight calculator.
A110 rivals and positioning
The A110 was aimed at the Porsche Cayman and the Alfa Romeo 4C, with a lighter, softer approach. Read our Porsche Cayman history for the benchmark it chased.
From the Celebration to the last A110
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Jun 2015 | Alpine Celebration at Le Mans |
| Feb 2016 | Alpine Vision unveiled in Monte Carlo by Carlos Ghosn |
| Mar 2017 | Production A110 at the 87th Geneva show |
| Jun 2019 | A110 S with more power and a stiffer chassis |
| 2020 | A110 GT replaces the Légende |
| 4 Oct 2022 | Track-focused A110 R |
| 2024 | A110 R Ultime, announced as the final petrol Alpine; A290 opens the electric range |
| about 1 Jul 2026 | Last A110 built in Dieppe, 28,701 in total |
The brand's earlier cars are covered in Alpine's history.
The A110 in 2026: which version to buy
In October 2026 the petrol A110 is out of production, and Alpine has said its successor will be electric. Used cars are the only way in.
Our pick: an early Première Édition or Pure suits purists, the GT is best for touring, and the S or R suits track-day drivers. Whichever you choose, ask for the full service history before you buy. Compare it with rivals using the comparison tool and see related models in the Renault catalogue.
FAQ
What was the Alpine Celebration?
It was a concept car shown at the Le Mans 24 Hours weekend in June 2015. It signalled that Renault's revival of the Alpine brand was going ahead.
Did the Alpine Celebration go into production?
Not as shown. It led to the Alpine Vision of 2016 and then to the production A110, revealed in Geneva in March 2017. The production car kept the mid-engined layout and the light weight.
What engine does the Alpine A110 have?
The A110 uses a mid-mounted 1.8-litre turbo four. In the base car it gives 185 kW (252 PS) at 6,000 rpm, with a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox and rear-wheel drive.
Is the Alpine A110 still made?
No. Production of the petrol A110 ended in Dieppe around 1 July 2026, after 28,701 cars of the second generation. Alpine plans an electric successor.
