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CUPRA Born vs Vauxhall Frontera - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 20500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Vauxhall Frontera?

CUPRA Born

Vauxhall Frontera

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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.

Vauxhall Frontera has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20500 £, while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 14186 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the CUPRA Born: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 15.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.90 kWh.

As for range, the CUPRA Born performs distinct better – achieving up to 594 km, about 186 km more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

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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 significantly edge – offering 326 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 181 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Born performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Vauxhall Frontera tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls significantly stronger with 545 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 315 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.

Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is noticeable lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 484 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Frontera offers a bit more room – 460 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Frontera performs evident better – up to 1600 L, which is about 333 L more than the CUPRA Born.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Frontera clearly perceptible takes the win – 644 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 192 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Born shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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
CUPRA Born
Vauxhall Frontera

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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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Vauxhall Frontera

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The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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CUPRA Born
Vauxhall Frontera
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Frontera

Costs and Consumption

Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
20500 - 30000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
305 - 408 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1610 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4385 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1635 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
436 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Born have?

The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.