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Audi A3 Sportback vs CUPRA Born - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (400 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 34700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or CUPRA Born?
A3 Sportback
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi A3 Sportback has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7671 £.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Born performs significantly better – achieving up to 594 km, about 453 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
Born
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A3 Sportback has a slightly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.60 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs somewhat better – reaching 237 km/h, while the CUPRA Born tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 545 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.
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A3 Sportback
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is clearly perceptible lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 468 kg.
In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Born offers slight more room – 385 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.
In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Born performs a bit better – up to 1267 L, which is about 167 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback barely noticeable takes the win – 480 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The CUPRA Born is decisively ahead 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.
Audi A3 Sportback
CUPRA Born
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from about £34,700
CUPRA Born
Audi A3 Sportback
The Audi A3 Sportback wraps premium materials and crisp German design into a practical hatchback package that makes daily driving feel smart rather than showy. It’s nimble in the city, composed on longer trips, and carries just enough swagger to satisfy buyers who want quality without shouting about it.
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CUPRA Born
The CUPRA Born blends sharp, athletic styling with a playful electric character, delivering hatchback agility and hot-hatch attitude whether you're darting through the city or cruising the open road. Inside, the cabin punches above its weight with smart materials and practical space, making it a compelling pick for buyers who want electric motoring without surrendering the grin.
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Audi A3 Sportback
CUPRA Born
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27000 - 56600 £
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Price
34700 - 45300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
427 - 594 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
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Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Length
4352 - 4353 mm
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Length
4324 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1809 mm
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Height
1441 - 1470 mm
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Height
1540 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 L
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Max trunk capacity
1267 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
431 - 452 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
204 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
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Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
265 - 545 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
150 - 240 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
CUPRA
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What drive types are available for the Audi A3 Sportback?
The Audi A3 Sportback is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.