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BMW iX1 vs CUPRA Born comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (42,300 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX1 or CUPRA Born?

BMW iX1 vs CUPRA Born: Key differences

BMW iX1

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • visibly more trunk space
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CUPRA Born

3.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

iX1

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

CUPRA Born is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the BMW iX1 costs 42,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,065 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Born is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.3 kWh/100km for the BMW iX1. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 116 km more than the BMW iX1.

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 CUPRA Born offers marginally more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 5.6 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers only slightly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 51 Nm more.

iX1

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 very slightly lighter – 1,899 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 41 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX1 offers visibly more boot space – 490 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX1 carries marginally more – 495 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Born shows a few small advantages 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 £34,300
Born

CUPRA Born

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 484 - 630 km
BMW iX1
CUPRA Born

Costs and Consumption

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BMW iX1

The BMW iX1 is a compact electric crossover that blends BMW's characteristic driving dynamics with a practical, premium interior, making it a strong choice for buyers who want an upscale daily driver with electric efficiency. It delivers composed handling for city and motorway use, while its clean, modern styling and intuitive tech give the cabin an inviting, contemporary feel.

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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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BMW iX1
CUPRA Born

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,300 - 55,200 £
Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
466 - 514 km
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
495 kg
Payload
426 - 461 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Power HP
190 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
CUPRA
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