Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
CUPRA Born has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £, while the Polestar 4 costs 53100 £. That’s a price difference of around 18386 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the CUPRA Born: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Polestar 4 with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.90 kWh.
As for range, the Polestar 4 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 620 km, about 26 km more than the CUPRA Born.
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 4 has a clearly edge – offering 544 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 218 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.60 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 200 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 4 pulls noticeable stronger with 686 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 141 Nm difference.
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, CUPRA Born is clearly perceptible lighter – 1828 kg compared to 2230 kg. The difference is around 402 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Polestar 4 offers evident more room – 526 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 performs somewhat better – up to 1536 L, which is about 269 L more than the CUPRA Born.
When it comes to payload, Polestar 4 barely noticeable takes the win – 455 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.
The Polestar 4 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34700 - 45300 £
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Price
53100 - 59900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
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Electric Range
427 - 594 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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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
2230 - 2355 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
4324 mm
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Length
4840 mm
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Width
1809 mm
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Width
2008 mm
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Height
1540 mm
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Height
1534 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1267 L
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Max trunk capacity
1536 L
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Payload
431 - 452 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 326 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
265 - 545 Nm
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 240 kW
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Polestar
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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.