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CUPRA Born vs Renault Mégane - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 35100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Renault Mégane?

CUPRA Born

Renault Mégane

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 minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 386 £.

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 Renault Mégane with 15.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.50 kWh.

As for range, the CUPRA Born performs noticeable better – achieving up to 594 km, about 142 km more than the Renault Mégane.

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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 evident edge – offering 326 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.40 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Born performs somewhat better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls clearly stronger with 545 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 245 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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In curb weight, Renault Mégane is barely noticeable lighter – 1719 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 109 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Mégane offers barely noticeable more room – 389 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Mégane performs minimal better – up to 1332 L, which is about 65 L more than the CUPRA Born.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Born hardly perceptible takes the win – 452 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who wins the race?

The CUPRA Born proves to be leaves the rival little chance 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
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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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Renault Mégane

The Renault Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
35100 - 38500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1719 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4200 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1783 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1505 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
446 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Renault

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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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