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CUPRA Born vs Peugeot 2008 – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether CUPRA Born or Peugeot 2008 fits your lifestyle better.

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.

Peugeot 2008 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 10209 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the CUPRA Born: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Peugeot 2008 with 15.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.60 kWh.

As for range, the CUPRA Born performs noticeable better – achieving up to 594 km, about 188 km more than the Peugeot 2008.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Born has a significantly edge – offering 326 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 170 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 Peugeot 2008 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 2008 performs minimal better – reaching 206 km/h, while the CUPRA Born tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls convincingly stronger with 545 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 275 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Peugeot 2008 is clearly lighter – 1263 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 565 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 2008 offers somewhat more room – 434 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 2008 performs somewhat better – up to 1467 L, which is about 200 L more than the CUPRA Born.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Born minimal takes the win – 452 kg compared to 447 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 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
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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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Peugeot 2008

The Peugeot 2008 is a stylish, city-friendly crossover that packs big character into a compact package, turning mundane errands into a mildly entertaining drive. Its clever interior layout, polished looks and confident ride make it a smart choice for buyers who want practical daily sense with a touch of flair.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
24500 - 40300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.50 kWh
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
406 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1263 - 1623 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
434 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4304 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1770 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1523 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1467 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
407 - 447 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 206 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Peugeot

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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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