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CUPRA Born vs MG Marvel R comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 40,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or MG Marvel R?

CUPRA Born vs MG Marvel R: Key differences

CUPRA Born

3.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • marginally more trunk space
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MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally 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

Born

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

CUPRA Born is moderately cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the MG Marvel R costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Born is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 19.4 kWh/100km for the MG Marvel R. That’s a difference of about 5.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers visibly more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 228 km more than the MG Marvel R.

Marvel R

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 somewhat more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG Marvel R is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG Marvel R delivers somewhat more torque with 665 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Born

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG Marvel R is marginally lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 89 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Born offers marginally more boot space – 385 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG Marvel R carries barely more – 478 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Born is far ahead 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.

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
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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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MG Marvel R

The MG Marvel R combines striking, futuristic styling with a surprisingly spacious, gadget-packed cabin, giving shoppers a sharply styled electric alternative that punches above its price. It may not carry luxury-badge prestige, but it delivers honest daily usability and enough charisma to tempt buyers who want electric flair without the premium tax.

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Reviews MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Robin Prins
21 Feb 2026, 06:26:34

Nice-handling SUV. Steers much more sharply than my previous SUV, a Lynk & Co 01. Has almost the same options as the Lynk. I wanted fully electric, though. The Marvel has a realistic range. So far it has never shown the WLTP figure of 402. But whatever it shows, it achieves. And I've experienced that very differently before (Lynk & Co 01 and Mazda MX-30). In short, a very good, comfortable EV. Downsides: abrupt steering corrections and annoying warning beeps. These can be switched off, but you have to do it every time. It's also a shame that the otherwise great navigation has no Dutch voice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
40,300 - 43,700 £
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
19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
370 - 402 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
66.1 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 1,920 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
357 L
Length
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Length
4,674 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,919 mm
Height
-
Height
1,613 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,396 L
Payload
426 - 461 kg
Payload
453 - 478 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 326 HP
Power HP
180 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
410 - 665 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
132 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
MG
Is the CUPRA Born offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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