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Aixam Ambition vs CUPRA Raval comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 226 HP), boot space and price (12,500 £ vs 22,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aixam Ambition or CUPRA Raval?

Aixam Ambition vs CUPRA Raval: Key differences

Aixam Ambition

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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CUPRA Raval

  • clearly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ambition

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Aixam Ambition is considerably cheaper – starting at 12,500 £ , while the CUPRA Raval costs 22,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,737 £.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Raval offers substantially more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 314 km more than the Aixam Ambition.

Raval

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Raval offers clearly more power – delivering 226 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 218 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Raval delivers considerably more torque with 290 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: CUPRA Raval offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Aixam Ambition is significantly lighter – 425 kg compared to 1,610 kg. The difference is around 1,185 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Raval offers significantly more boot space – 441 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 441 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Raval carries clearly more – 475 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 225 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Raval holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £22,200
Raval

CUPRA Raval

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 226 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.7 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 300 - 444 km
Aixam Ambition
CUPRA Raval

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Aixam Ambition

The Aixam Ambition stands out with its compact design and impressive manoeuvrability, making it an ideal choice for urban driving. Its stylish appearance is complemented by a comfortable interior that prioritises driver and passenger experience. With a keen focus on efficiency, this microcar perfectly caters to those seeking an economical yet functional solution for city travel.

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CUPRA Raval

The CUPRA Raval is a compact electric hatch that mixes hot‑hatch intent with genuine everyday practicality, pairing an unusually roomy, flexible boot with a modern Android‑based infotainment that feels responsive. It drives in a composed, traction‑rich way that suits city and family life, though the steering leans toward assuredness rather than playfulness and some climate controls rely on touch sliders that can be fiddly on the move.

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Aixam Ambition
CUPRA Raval

Costs and Consumption

Price
12,500 - 16,700 £
Price
22,200 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
75 - 130 km
Electric Range
300 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
425 - 440 kg
Curb weight
1,610 - 1,615 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
441 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,500 mm
Width
1,784 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
250 kg
Payload
470 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
116 - 226 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
21 - 40 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
2
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
85 - 166 kW
Engine capacity
479 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Aixam
Brand
CUPRA
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