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CUPRA Born vs Peugeot 308 - Differences and prices compared

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?

CUPRA Born

Peugeot 308

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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 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 range, the CUPRA Born performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 594 km, about 144 km more than the Peugeot 308.

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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 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.

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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 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.

Who wins the race?

The CUPRA Born proves to be is largely superior 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
CUPRA Born
Peugeot 308

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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 308

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The 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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CUPRA Born
Peugeot 308
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Costs and Consumption

Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Peugeot
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.