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CUPRA Born vs Jaguar I-Pace comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 400 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 79,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Jaguar I-Pace?

CUPRA Born vs Jaguar I-Pace: Key differences

CUPRA Born

3.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • a bit lighter
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Jaguar I-Pace

3.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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.

CUPRA Born is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Jaguar I-Pace costs 79,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,923 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Born is substantially more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 25.2 kWh/100km for the Jaguar I-Pace. That’s a difference of about 11.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 161 km more than the Jaguar I-Pace.

I-Pace

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 Jaguar I-Pace offers moderately more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jaguar I-Pace is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar I-Pace delivers visibly more torque with 696 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 151 Nm more.

Born

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Born is a bit lighter – 1,899 kg compared to 2,226 kg. The difference is around 327 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar I-Pace offers noticeably more boot space – 638 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 253 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Born carries barely more – 461 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 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.

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
Jaguar I-Pace

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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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Jaguar I-Pace

The Jaguar I-Pace pairs instantaneous electric shove with graceful, feline looks, so it never feels like you're piloting a refrigerator with style. Inside it serves proper Jaguar luxury and clever packaging, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want EV convenience without losing personality.

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CUPRA Born
Jaguar I-Pace

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
79,200 - 85,500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
25.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
469 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
84.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Curb weight
2,226 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
638 L
Length
-
Length
4,682 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Width
2,011 mm
Height
-
Height
1,566 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,453 L
Payload
426 - 461 kg
Payload
444 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 326 HP
Power HP
400 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
696 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
294 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Jaguar
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