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CUPRA Born vs Lucid Air comparison
Compare performance (326 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Lucid Air?
CUPRA Born vs Lucid Air: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Born
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
CUPRA Born is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,580 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is only slightly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 14.1 kWh/100km for the CUPRA Born. That’s a difference of about 1.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 252 km more than the CUPRA Born.
Air
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 Lucid Air offers substantially more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 925 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.6 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers significantly more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 1,395 Nm more.
Born
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 terms of curb weight, CUPRA Born is barely lighter – 1,899 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers markedly more boot space – 627 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 242 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries noticeably more – 588 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 127 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Lucid Air holds a decisive overall lead 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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Lucid Air
CUPRA Born
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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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Lucid Air
The 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.
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CUPRA Born
Lucid Air
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
484 - 630 km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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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
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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Width
1,809 mm
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,409 mm
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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
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
190 - 326 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
140 - 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
2026
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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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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