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CUPRA Born vs Mazda MX-30 comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Mazda MX-30?

CUPRA Born vs Mazda MX-30: Key differences

CUPRA Born

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • barely 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-30 is a bit cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,429 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Born is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Mazda MX-30. That’s a difference of about 4.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers substantially more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 545 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

MX-30

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 substantially more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 156 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 Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

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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, Mazda MX-30 is barely lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Born offers only slightly more boot space – 385 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Born carries somewhat more – 461 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Born stands well ahead of its rival 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
Mazda MX-30

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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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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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CUPRA Born
Mazda MX-30

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
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
18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
22 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
1,849 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
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Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
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Height
1,555 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Payload
426 - 461 kg
Payload
402 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
125 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
830 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mazda
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