Compare performance (748 HP vs 231 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 34,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or CUPRA Born?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
CUPRA Born is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,700 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 81,471 £.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers considerably more range – reaching up to 559 km, about 479 km more than the BMW XM.
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 BMW XM offers considerably more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 231 HP. That’s roughly 517 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 7.1 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 690 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Born is considerably lighter – 1,828 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 867 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers clearly more boot space – 527 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 142 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries moderately more – 525 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.
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.
The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.
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
116,100 - 159,300 £
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Price
34,700 - 42,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 80 km
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Electric Range
428 - 559 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
105 - 119 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
7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
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Curb weight
1,828 - 1,969 kg
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Trunk capacity
527 L
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
2,005 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
505 - 525 kg
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Payload
441 - 452 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
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
476 - 748 HP
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Power HP
204 - 231 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 7.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
265 - 310 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
350 - 550 kW
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Power kW
150 - 170 kW
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Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
CUPRA
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