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CUPRA Born vs Nissan Leaf - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 30800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Nissan Leaf?

CUPRA Born

Nissan Leaf

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Nissan Leaf has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £, while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 3900 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the CUPRA Born: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Nissan Leaf with 16.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.80 kWh.

As for range, the CUPRA Born performs distinct better – achieving up to 594 km, about 209 km more than the Nissan Leaf.

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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 clearly perceptible edge – offering 326 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the Nissan Leaf takes 6.90 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Born performs evident better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Nissan Leaf tops out at 157 km/h. The difference is around 43 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls noticeable stronger with 545 Nm compared to 340 Nm. That’s about 205 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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In curb weight, Nissan Leaf is somewhat lighter – 1580 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 248 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Leaf offers slight more room – 394 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Born performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1267 L, which is about 477 L more than the Nissan Leaf.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Born barely noticeable takes the win – 452 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race?

The CUPRA Born proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
CUPRA Born is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,700
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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
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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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The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
30800 - 37200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.8 kWh
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
270 - 385 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
39 - 59 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1580 - 1756 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 394 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4490 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1788 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1540 - 1545 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
790 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
384 - 415 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
150 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
144 - 157 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
320 - 340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
110 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Nissan

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What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Born have?

The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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