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CUPRA Born vs Mercedes A Class Saloon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 32700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

CUPRA Born

Mercedes A Class Saloon

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

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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.

Mercedes A Class Saloon has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32700 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1950 £.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born performs decisively better – achieving up to 594 km, about 506 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

A Class Saloon

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 barely noticeable edge – offering 326 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.60 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the CUPRA Born tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls slightly stronger with 545 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly perceptible lighter – 1450 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 378 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers slight more room – 395 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A Class Saloon minimal takes the win – 490 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Born is decisively ahead 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.

CUPRA Born
Mercedes A Class Saloon

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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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Mercedes A Class Saloon

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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CUPRA Born
Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
32700 - 55900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1450 - 1705 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4558 - 4570 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1413 - 1429 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Born have?

The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.