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CUPRA Born vs Honda Prelude - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 42400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Honda Prelude?

CUPRA Born

Honda Prelude

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

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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.

CUPRA Born has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £ , while the Honda Prelude costs 42400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7757 £.

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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 convincingly edge – offering 326 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the Honda Prelude takes 8.20 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Born performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Honda Prelude tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 12 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls decisively stronger with 545 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: CUPRA Born offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Born offers clearly perceptible more room – 385 L compared to 264 L. That’s a difference of about 121 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Born performs clearly better – up to 1267 L, which is about 507 L more than the Honda Prelude.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Born is decisively ahead 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.

CUPRA Born
Honda Prelude

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from about £34,700
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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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Honda Prelude

The Honda Prelude is the coupe that proves Honda can blend precision with a hint of romance, serving up crisp steering and a chassis that loves a flowing road. It’s practical enough for the commute and stylish enough to make parking-lot goodbyes last longer, with reliability that keeps your wallet calm and your right foot curious.

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CUPRA Born
Honda Prelude

Costs and Consumption

Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
42400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
264 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4525 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1349 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
760 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.20 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Honda
What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Born have?

The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.