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CUPRA Born vs Polestar 2 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 42000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Polestar 2?

CUPRA Born

Polestar 2

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

CUPRA Born has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £, while the Polestar 2 costs 42000 £. That’s a price difference of around 7320 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Polestar 2: with 14.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the CUPRA Born with 14.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.10 kWh.

As for range, the Polestar 2 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 659 km, about 65 km more than the CUPRA Born.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Polestar 2 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 476 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.60 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 2 performs minimal better – reaching 205 km/h, while the CUPRA Born tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 2 pulls distinct stronger with 740 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 195 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, CUPRA Born is to a small extent lighter – 1828 kg compared to 2015 kg. The difference is around 187 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Polestar 2 offers hardly perceptible more room – 405 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Born performs somewhat better – up to 1267 L, which is about 172 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Born slight takes the win – 452 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Polestar 2 shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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 £42,000
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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 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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Polestar 2

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The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
42000 - 57400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
2015 - 2188 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4606 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1473 - 1479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1095 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
375 - 421 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Polestar

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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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