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BMW iX1 vs CUPRA Born comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (42,300 £ vs 34,700 £ ) 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

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more efficient
  • visibly more trunk space

CUPRA Born

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • very slightly lighter

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 34,700 £ , while the BMW iX1 costs 42,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,671 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX1 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.3 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the CUPRA Born. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 594 km, about 80 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 – 1,828 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 112 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 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 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 £34,700
Born

CUPRA Born

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 428 - 594 km
BMW iX1
CUPRA Born

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BMW iX1

The BMW iX1 wraps BMW's electric ambition into a compact SUV package that feels unexpectedly premium, with sharp handling and a crisp, modern cabin that keeps the driver in charge. It's ideal for buyers who want a stylish, quiet daily driver with useful practicality and tech-savvy touches — plus enough character to make the commute feel less like a chore and more like a short joyride.

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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
34,700 - 45,300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
466 - 514 km
Electric Range
428 - 594 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
79 kWh
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
5
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,828 - 1,999 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
-
Length
4,324 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
-
Height
1,540 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,267 L
Payload
495 kg
Payload
431 - 452 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
204 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
CUPRA
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