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CUPRA Born vs Ford Puma comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 168 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Ford Puma?

CUPRA Born vs Ford Puma: Key differences

CUPRA Born

3.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • substantially 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Born

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Ford Puma is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,363 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Puma is barely more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 14.1 kWh/100km for the CUPRA Born. That’s a difference of about 1.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 213 km more than the Ford Puma.

Puma

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 CUPRA Born offers clearly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 158 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 Ford Puma takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers significantly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 255 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, Ford Puma is substantially lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 583 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Puma carries only slightly more – 469 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Born is clearly superior overall 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 Puma

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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 Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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CUPRA Born
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,805 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
426 - 461 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 326 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Ford
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