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CUPRA Born vs Kia Niro – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: CUPRA Born meets Kia Niro.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

Born @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

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.

Kia Niro has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 5537 £.

As for range, the CUPRA Born performs significantly better – achieving up to 594 km, about 532 km more than the Kia Niro.

Niro @ Kia Corporation

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 has a decisively edge – offering 326 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 146 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Born performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls clearly stronger with 545 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm difference.

Born @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia Niro is distinct lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 354 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers slightly more room – 451 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs to a small extent better – up to 1445 L, which is about 178 L more than the CUPRA Born.

When it comes to payload, Kia Niro barely noticeable takes the win – 466 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race?

The CUPRA Born proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
CUPRA Born is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,700
Born @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

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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Kia Niro

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The Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.

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CUPRA Born
Kia Niro
Born @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.
Niro @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
53 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4420 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1545 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1580 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Born have?

The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.