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Audi A8 vs CUPRA Born comparison
Compare performance (571 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or CUPRA Born?
Audi A8 vs CUPRA Born: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
A8
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.
CUPRA Born is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 57,094 £.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers considerably more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 572 km more than the Audi A8.
Born
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 offers clearly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers noticeably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 255 Nm more.
A8
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Born is barely lighter – 1,899 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 136 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi A8 offers barely more boot space – 390 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries markedly more – 700 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 239 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The CUPRA Born is clearly superior overall 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.
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CUPRA Born
Audi A8
CUPRA Born
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Audi A8
The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.
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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 A8
CUPRA Born
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
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Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
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Electric Range
484 - 630 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
105 - 260 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
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Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,945 mm
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Width
1,809 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
525 - 700 kg
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Payload
426 - 461 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 571 HP
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Power HP
190 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
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Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 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
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
CUPRA
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