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CUPRA Born vs Skoda Karoq comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Skoda Karoq?

CUPRA Born vs Skoda Karoq: Key differences

CUPRA Born

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Karoq

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 Karoq is somewhat cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,195 £.

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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 offers considerably more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers markedly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Karoq is noticeably lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 519 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers clearly more boot space – 521 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 136 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries slightly more – 549 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Born stands well ahead of its rival 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
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VW T-Roc
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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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Reviews CUPRA Born

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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davide
21 Jul 2026, 06:30:45

I had the 58 kW and now I have the 77 kW, fantastic cars, lovely to drive, excellent range, on average 18 kWh per 100 km, without ever driving to save energy (on the motorway I keep around 130 km/h), great stability on rough surfaces or in snow. I suffer a lot from back pain and I feel very comfortable in the Born.

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Skoda Karoq

Skoda Karoq is a smartly packaged compact SUV that balances practical family-friendly space with composed handling, making daily drives feel easy and assured. Its straightforward design, roomy cabin with clever storage solutions, and sensible equipment make it a strong choice for buyers seeking value and versatility without fuss.

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Reviews Skoda Karoq

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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Mark
21 Jun 2026, 16:12:37

Very comfortable touring car. The fit and finish are high-quality, practical and well thought-out. Very good driver-assistance systems. In the Sportline trim, the seats are super comfortable with plenty of room for all passengers. Large boot and easily foldable rear seatbacks to expand it. The suspension is tuned for comfort and overall very well balanced. The 150 hp engine runs well and on the highway at 130 km/h is fairly economical (6.3–6.5 liters). In city driving it needs more, however. The automatic shifts flawlessly. We are very satisfied with our Karoq.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
128 - 173 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
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Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
426 - 461 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 326 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Skoda
Is the CUPRA Born offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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