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CUPRA Born vs Abarth 600 comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Abarth 600?

CUPRA Born vs Abarth 600: Key differences

CUPRA Born

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Abarth 600

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat 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.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

CUPRA Born is barely cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Abarth 600 costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Born is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the Abarth 600. That’s a difference of about 3.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers considerably more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 286 km more than the Abarth 600.

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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 a bit more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Abarth 600 takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers noticeably more torque with 545 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Abarth 600 is somewhat lighter – 1,700 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 199 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Born offers only slightly more boot space – 385 L compared to 360 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Born carries significantly more – 461 kg compared to 225 kg. That’s a difference of about 236 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Born holds a decisive overall lead 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
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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
CUPRA Born
Abarth 600

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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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Abarth 600

The Abarth 600 is a lively, performance-oriented city hatch that pairs nimble handling with bold styling and a rorty exhaust note that makes even short trips feel engaging. Its cabin is driver-focused and practical for urban life, with a taut chassis and responsive steering that reward enthusiastic driving without sacrificing everyday usability.

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CUPRA Born
Abarth 600

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
36,000 - 39,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
344 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Curb weight
1,700 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
360 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,779 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
426 - 461 kg
Payload
225 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 326 HP
Power HP
237 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
174 - 207 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Abarth
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