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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
42,300 - 55,200 £
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Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
466 - 514 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
0 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
SUV
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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
1,940 - 2,085 kg
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Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 L
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,845 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
495 kg
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Payload
426 - 461 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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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
204 - 313 HP
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Power HP
190 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 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
250 - 494 Nm
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 230 kW
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
CUPRA
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