Compare performance (326 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 29200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Peugeot 308?
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 308 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29200 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5434 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the CUPRA Born: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Peugeot 308 with 15.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.70 kWh.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Born performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 594 km, about 144 km more than the Peugeot 308.
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 195 HP. That’s roughly 131 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 performs slightly better – reaching 225 km/h, while the CUPRA Born tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls decisively stronger with 545 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 245 Nm difference.
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 308 is distinct lighter – 1453 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers minimal more room – 412 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 performs slight better – up to 1323 L, which is about 56 L more than the CUPRA Born.
When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 a bit takes the win – 503 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.
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.
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.
detailsThe Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.
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Price
34700 - 45300 £
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Price
29200 - 42600 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
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Electric Range
428 - 594 km
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Electric Range
78 - 450 km
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Battery Capacity
79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 133 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
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Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
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Length
4324 mm
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Length
4367 mm
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Width
1809 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1540 mm
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Height
1438 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1267 L
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Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
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Payload
431 - 452 kg
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Payload
430 - 503 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 326 HP
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Power HP
131 - 195 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
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Torque
265 - 545 Nm
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
150 - 240 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Peugeot
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The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.