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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Price
34700 - 45300 £
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Price
32700 - 55900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
427 - 594 km
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Electric Range
88 km
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Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
16 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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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
4
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Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
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Curb weight
1450 - 1705 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
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Length
4324 mm
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Length
4558 - 4570 mm
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Width
1809 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1540 mm
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Height
1413 - 1429 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
475 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 326 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
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Torque
265 - 545 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 - 240 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.