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CUPRA Born vs Nissan Leaf comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 217 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 Nissan Leaf?

CUPRA Born vs Nissan Leaf: Key differences

CUPRA Born

3.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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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:

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

Nissan Leaf is a bit cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,463 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Leaf is barely more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.1 kWh/100km for the CUPRA Born. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 6 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 offers markedly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Nissan Leaf takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers clearly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 355 Nm. That’s about 190 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, Nissan Leaf is only slightly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Leaf offers moderately more boot space – 437 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 52 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Born carries marginally more – 461 kg compared to 444 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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Reviews CUPRA Born

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Nissan Leaf

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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Mir
12 Mar 2026, 21:05:00

The author of this comparison probably doesn't read what they're writing. Almost 100 Nm is a small difference? XD And by the way, the Leaf is listed at 6.9 s to the first 100 km/h while the rival is over 8 s — that's not a small difference… it's a shame to read this comparison with so many mistakes; better to take a drive and judge for yourself.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
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
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
437 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
426 - 461 kg
Payload
441 - 444 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
190 - 326 HP
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Nissan
Is the CUPRA Born offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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