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CUPRA Born vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Ford Focus?

CUPRA Born vs Ford Focus: Key differences

CUPRA Born

3.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • barely 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.

Ford Focus is markedly cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,763 £.

Focus

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 only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers noticeably more torque with 545 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 125 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, Ford Focus is substantially lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 569 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Focus offers barely more boot space – 392 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 7 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries slightly more – 560 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 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 £34,300
Born

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
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ford Focus

The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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CUPRA Born
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
-
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
426 - 461 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 326 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Ford
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