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CUPRA Born vs Hyundai i10 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Hyundai i10?

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.

Hyundai i10 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14600 £, while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 20109 £.

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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 clearly edge – offering 326 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 236 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the Hyundai i10 takes 11.40 s. That’s about 5.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Born performs a bit better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Hyundai i10 tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls convincingly stronger with 545 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 373 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai i10 is convincingly lighter – 996 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 832 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Born offers evident more room – 385 L compared to 252 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Born performs a bit better – up to 1267 L, which is about 217 L more than the Hyundai i10.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Born slight takes the win – 452 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 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.

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
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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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Hyundai i10

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The Hyundai i10 is a cheeky city car that squeezes big-car confidence into a pocket-friendly package, carving through tight streets with surprising composure and sensible practicality. For buyers after low fuss, sensible equipment and wallet-friendly running costs, it's a smart, no-nonsense pick that makes sense whether you're a first-time driver or need a reliable second car.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
14600 - 19000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
110 - 124 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
36 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
996 - 1099 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
252 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
3670 - 3675 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1680 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1480 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1050 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
344 - 423 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
63 - 90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
93 - 172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
46 - 66 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
998 - 1197 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Hyundai

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What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Born have?

The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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