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CUPRA Born vs SEAT Ibiza - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 16100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or SEAT Ibiza?

CUPRA Born

SEAT Ibiza

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SEAT Ibiza has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16100 £, while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 18531 £.

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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 clearly edge – offering 326 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the SEAT Ibiza takes 8.10 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Ibiza performs minimal better – reaching 216 km/h, while the CUPRA Born tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls convincingly stronger with 545 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 295 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, SEAT Ibiza is decisively lighter – 1111 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 717 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Born offers hardly perceptible more room – 385 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Born performs minimal better – up to 1267 L, which is about 102 L more than the SEAT Ibiza.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Ibiza a bit takes the win – 522 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 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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SEAT Ibiza

The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
16100 - 28000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.7 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
117 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1111 - 1231 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4059 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1447 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1165 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
489 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
80 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
172 - 216 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
SEAT

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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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