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CUPRA Born vs Skoda Epiq comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 211 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 22,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Skoda Epiq?

CUPRA Born vs Skoda Epiq: Key differences

CUPRA Born

3.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Epiq

  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • moderately lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Skoda Epiq is clearly cheaper – starting at 22,200 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,077 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Skoda Epiq is barely more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.1 kWh/100km for the CUPRA Born. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers clearly more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 190 km more than the Skoda Epiq.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Born offers clearly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 211 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Skoda Epiq takes 7.1 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers substantially more torque with 545 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 255 Nm more.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Epiq is moderately lighter – 1,625 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 274 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Epiq offers moderately more boot space – 475 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Born carries marginally more – 461 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Born holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £34,300
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CUPRA Born

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 484 - 630 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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The Skoda Epiq is a sensible, well-packaged compact SUV that delivers a roomy cabin, practical storage and an easygoing driving character suited to everyday life. It prioritizes comfort and value with smart, user-friendly features rather than flashy performance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
22,200 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Curb weight
1,625 - 1,642 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
475 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
426 - 461 kg
Payload
438 - 455 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
190 - 326 HP
Power HP
116 - 211 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
267 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
85 - 155 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Skoda
Is the CUPRA Born offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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