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CUPRA Born vs Hyundai Inster comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 20,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Hyundai Inster?

CUPRA Born vs Hyundai Inster: Key differences

CUPRA Born

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Hyundai Inster

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly 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.

Hyundai Inster is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,363 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Born is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.3 kWh/100km for the Hyundai Inster. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers substantially more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 260 km more than the Hyundai Inster.

Inster

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Born offers significantly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Hyundai Inster takes 10.6 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers clearly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 147 Nm. That’s about 398 Nm more.

Born

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: CUPRA Born offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Inster is markedly lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 519 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Born offers visibly more boot space – 385 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Born carries markedly more – 461 kg compared to 357 kg. That’s a difference of about 104 kg.

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.

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
Hyundai Inster

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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 Inster

The Inster has quickly captured the attention of automotive enthusiasts with its striking design and dynamic performance. This model seamlessly blends advanced technology with comfort, making it an ideal choice for both daily commutes and adventurous road trips. With its spacious interior and innovative features, the Inster promises an exhilarating driving experience that doesn’t compromise on practicality.

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CUPRA Born
Hyundai Inster

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
20,900 - 26,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
327 - 370 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,433 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
238 - 280 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,610 mm
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
Payload
317 - 357 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 326 HP
Power HP
97 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
147 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
71 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Hyundai
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