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CUPRA Born vs Ford Capri comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Ford Capri?

CUPRA Born vs Ford Capri: Key differences

CUPRA Born

3.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • barely more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
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Ford Capri

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • barely more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Born

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 Ford Capri costs 36,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,065 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Capri is barely more efficient: consuming 13.8 kWh/100km compared to 14.1 kWh/100km for the CUPRA Born. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers barely more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 3 km more than the Ford Capri.

Capri

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Capri offers barely more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Capri is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Capri delivers moderately more torque with 679 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 134 Nm more.

Born

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, CUPRA Born is very slightly lighter – 1,899 kg compared to 2,001 kg. The difference is around 102 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Capri offers markedly more boot space – 572 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 187 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Capri carries noticeably more – 587 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Capri 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 £36,300
Capri

Ford Capri

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 439 - 627 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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Reviews CUPRA Born

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Ford Capri

The Ford Capri turned the family car into something cheekily sporty, with a long, rakish profile that still promises fun at a glance. Today it lives on as a lovable classic — easy to tinker with, enjoyable to drive and guaranteed to raise smiles at any meet.

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Florian
28 Oct 2025, 15:19:26

I've been driving the new Capri for two weeks now. It looks fantastic, runs smoothly and has plenty of punch. The interior's been modernised throughout and the software is rock‑solid. Range is good, too. I'm really pleasantly surprised.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
36,300 - 51,800 £
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
13.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
439 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Curb weight
2,001 - 2,206 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
572 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
426 - 461 kg
Payload
539 - 587 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 326 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Ford
Is the CUPRA Born offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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