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CUPRA Born vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 67,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Polestar 3?

CUPRA Born vs Polestar 3: Key differences

CUPRA Born

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Polestar 3

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  • substantially more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,351 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Born is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 17.7 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 3.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 17 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 3 offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 354 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers markedly more torque with 870 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 325 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, CUPRA Born is clearly lighter – 1,899 kg compared to 2,315 kg. The difference is around 416 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers noticeably more boot space – 484 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries visibly more – 645 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 184 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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Polestar 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 601 - 647 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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Reviews CUPRA Born

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davide
21 Jul 2026, 06:30:45

I had the 58 kW and now I have the 77 kW, fantastic cars, lovely to drive, excellent range, on average 18 kWh per 100 km, without ever driving to save energy (on the motorway I keep around 130 km/h), great stability on rough surfaces or in snow. I suffer a lot from back pain and I feel very comfortable in the Born.

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Polestar 3

Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.

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Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
426 - 461 kg
Payload
605 - 645 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 326 HP
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Polestar
Is the CUPRA Born offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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