Compare performance (326 HP vs 1251 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 72900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Lucid Air?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
CUPRA Born has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38186 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Lucid Air: with 13 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the CUPRA Born with 14.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.90 kWh.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air performs noticeable better – achieving up to 882 km, about 288 km more than the CUPRA Born.
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 Lucid Air has a significantly edge – offering 1251 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 925 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.60 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Lucid Air performs noticeable better – reaching 330 km/h, while the CUPRA Born tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 130 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Lucid Air pulls significantly stronger with 1940 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 1395 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, CUPRA Born is slightly lighter – 1828 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 242 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Lucid Air offers noticeable more room – 627 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 242 L.
When it comes to payload, Lucid Air noticeable takes the win – 588 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 136 kg.
The Lucid Air is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsThe Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
34700 - 45300 £
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Price
72900 - 214300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh
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Electric Range
427 - 594 km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
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Curb weight
2070 - 2420 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
4324 mm
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Length
4975 - 5005 mm
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Width
1809 mm
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Width
1936 - 1990 mm
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Height
1540 mm
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Height
1409 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1267 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
431 - 452 kg
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Payload
430 - 588 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 326 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
265 - 545 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 - 240 kW
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2022 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Lucid
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The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.