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CUPRA Born vs Hyundai i30 comparison
Compare performance (326 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 24,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Hyundai i30?
CUPRA Born vs Hyundai i30: Key differences
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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.
Hyundai i30 is visibly cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,720 £.
i30
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Born offers substantially more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers considerably more torque with 545 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 295 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, Hyundai i30 is clearly lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 584 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers only slightly more boot space – 395 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries very slightly more – 485 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The CUPRA Born is far ahead 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.
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CUPRA Born
CUPRA Born
Hyundai i30
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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 i30
The Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.
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CUPRA Born
Hyundai i30
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
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Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
484 - 630 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
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Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Trunk capacity
395 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,809 mm
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Width
1,795 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
426 - 461 kg
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Payload
445 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
190 - 326 HP
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Power HP
115 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Hyundai
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