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CUPRA Born vs Renault Symbioz – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether CUPRA Born or Renault Symbioz fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Symbioz has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £, while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 10243 £.

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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 CUPRA Born has a significantly 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 decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Born performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls decisively stronger with 545 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 280 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Renault Symbioz is clearly perceptible lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 469 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers evident more room – 576 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 191 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1682 L, which is about 415 L more than the CUPRA Born.

When it comes to payload, Renault Symbioz minimal takes the win – 459 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who comes out on top?

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.

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

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 Symbioz

The Renault Symbioz feels less like a traditional car and more like a rolling living room that's been told it's allowed to drive — its flowing lines and minimalist cabin are pure concept-car theatre that teases the future of everyday transport. For buyers with an eye for design and a taste for tech-forward ideas, the Symbioz is an alluring vision of what Renault could offer tomorrow, even if it's not yet a model you can park in your driveway.

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CUPRA Born
Renault Symbioz
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Costs and Consumption

Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
24400 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
376 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Born have?

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.