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CUPRA Born vs Skoda Elroq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Skoda Elroq?

CUPRA Born

Skoda Elroq

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Born

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Skoda Elroq has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5614 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the CUPRA Born: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Skoda Elroq with 15.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.30 kWh.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 594 km, about 21 km more than the Skoda Elroq.

Elroq

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 Skoda Elroq has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 340 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Elroq is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.60 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Elroq pulls a bit stronger with 679 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 134 Nm difference.

Born

Space and Everyday Use:

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 slight lighter – 1828 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 125 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Elroq offers to a small extent more room – 470 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Elroq performs slightly better – up to 1580 L, which is about 313 L more than the CUPRA Born.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Elroq a bit takes the win – 531 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Elroq proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Elroq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,100
Elroq

Skoda Elroq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.2 - 16.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 573 km
CUPRA Born
Skoda Elroq

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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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Skoda Elroq

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Skoda Elroq is a cleverly packaged family SUV that mixes roomy practicality with sharp, modern looks, making it an easy pick for buyers who prefer common sense over flash. On the road it's composed and user-friendly, with thoughtful interior details that turn everyday driving into something pleasantly efficient — a sensible companion with a wink.

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CUPRA Born
Skoda Elroq

Costs and Consumption

Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
29100 - 45500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
377 - 573 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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
1953 - 2268 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4488 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1884 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1608 - 1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1580 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
470 - 531 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Born have?

The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.