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CUPRA Born vs BYD Dolphin comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (34,700 £ vs 29,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or BYD Dolphin?

CUPRA Born vs BYD Dolphin: Key differences

CUPRA Born

  • visibly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space

BYD Dolphin

3.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter

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

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.

BYD Dolphin is slightly cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,980 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Born is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the BYD Dolphin. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 594 km, about 167 km more than the BYD Dolphin.

Dolphin

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 visibly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the BYD Dolphin takes 7 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the CUPRA Born is somewhat faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the BYD Dolphin tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers substantially more torque with 545 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm more.

Born

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Dolphin is somewhat lighter – 1,658 kg compared to 1,828 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Born offers a bit more boot space – 385 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BYD Dolphin offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,310 L, about 43 L more than the CUPRA Born.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Born carries barely more – 452 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Born stands well ahead of its rival 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
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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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BYD Dolphin

The BYD Dolphin is a cheeky electric hatchback that blends playful styling with surprising practicality, making it a brilliant city companion for buyers who want modern tech without the showroom bravado. It’s comfy, efficient and easy to live with, and while it won’t blind you with supercar drama, it will quietly get the job done with plenty of character.

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Reviews BYD Dolphin

3.7 (3 Reviews)
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John Maskell
3 Jan 2026, 07:26:24

Loving the dolphin

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BYD Dolphin

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,700 - 45,300 £
Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
428 - 594 km
Electric Range
427 km
Battery Capacity
79 kWh
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
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,828 - 1,999 kg
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
345 L
Length
4,324 mm
Length
4,290 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Height
1,540 mm
Height
1,570 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,267 L
Max trunk capacity
1,310 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
410 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
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
BYD
Is the CUPRA Born offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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