Compare performance (326 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 21100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Renault Captur?
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.
Renault Captur has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21100 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13543 £.
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 CUPRA Born has a decisively edge – offering 326 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 168 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the Renault Captur takes 8.90 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Born performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Captur tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls clearly stronger with 545 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 280 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, Renault Captur is distinct lighter – 1323 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 505 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Captur offers slight more room – 422 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Captur performs slight better – up to 1363 L, which is about 96 L more than the CUPRA Born.
When it comes to payload, Renault Captur barely noticeable takes the win – 453 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.
Overall, the CUPRA Born shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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.
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 Renault Captur is a cheeky little crossover that pairs city-friendly agility with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and enough style to turn heads at the lights. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want practical versatility and a dash of personality on their daily drives, without taking itself too seriously.
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Price
34700 - 45300 £
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Price
21100 - 28400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
427 - 594 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
100 - 137 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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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
1323 - 1441 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
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Length
4324 mm
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Length
4239 mm
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Width
1809 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Height
1540 mm
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Height
1575 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1267 L
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Max trunk capacity
1363 L
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Payload
431 - 452 kg
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Payload
447 - 453 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
115 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
265 - 545 Nm
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Torque
160 - 265 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
84 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Renault
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The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.