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CUPRA Born vs Ford Puma – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether CUPRA Born or Ford Puma fits your lifestyle better.

CUPRA Born

Ford Puma

1.7 (6 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Puma has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24800 £, while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 9900 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Puma: with 13.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the CUPRA Born with 14.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.80 kWh.

As for range, the CUPRA Born performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 594 km, about 218 km more than the Ford Puma.

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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 has a significantly edge – offering 326 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 158 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the Ford Puma takes 7.40 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Puma performs barely noticeable better – reaching 210 km/h, while the CUPRA Born tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls decisively stronger with 545 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 255 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Ford Puma is clearly perceptible lighter – 1316 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 512 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Puma offers clearly perceptible more room – 523 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 138 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Puma performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1283 L, which is about 16 L more than the CUPRA Born.

When it comes to payload, Ford Puma slight takes the win – 469 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Born shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

CUPRA Born
Ford Puma

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CUPRA Born

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16 kWh
  • Electric Range : 427 - 594 km

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

1.7 (6 Reviews)
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The Ford Puma is a cheeky compact crossover that blends sporty styling with city-friendly practicality, giving drivers a surprisingly fun and composed ride. With clever storage tricks and a lively personality, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want enjoyment without fuss.

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CUPRA Born
Ford Puma
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Costs and Consumption

Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
24800 - 36300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 13.9 kWh
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
361 - 376 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
43 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1316 - 1563 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4186 - 4226 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1805 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1550 - 1555 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1216 - 1283 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 210 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Ford
What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Born have?

The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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