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CUPRA Born vs BMW 1 Series comparison
Compare performance (326 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 29,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or BMW 1 Series?
CUPRA Born vs BMW 1 Series: Key differences
Born
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
BMW 1 Series is somewhat cheaper – starting at 29,400 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,920 £.
1 Series
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Born offers only slightly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers clearly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm more.
Born
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, BMW 1 Series is visibly lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 434 kg.
Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Born offers very slightly more boot space – 385 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 1 Series carries barely more – 510 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The CUPRA Born is decisively ahead 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.
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CUPRA Born
CUPRA Born
BMW 1 Series
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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 1 Series
The BMW 1 Series is a compact premium hatchback that injects a proper sense of driving fun into everyday life, with sharp handling and a cabin that punches above its class. It’s a great pick for buyers who want sporty manners without losing practicality, and yes, you’ll still get that unmistakable BMW grin behind the wheel.
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CUPRA Born
BMW 1 Series
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
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Price
29,400 - 51,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
484 - 630 km
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Electric Range
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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
112 - 173 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
Hatchback
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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
1,899 - 2,004 kg
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Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,809 mm
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Width
1,800 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
426 - 461 kg
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Payload
475 - 510 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
190 - 326 HP
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Power HP
122 - 300 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
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Power kW
90 - 221 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
BMW
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