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CUPRA Born vs smart #1 comparison
Compare performance (326 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (34,700 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or smart #1?
CUPRA Born vs smart #1: Key differences
Born
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
smart #1 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,966 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Born is moderately more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the smart #1. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers markedly more range – reaching up to 594 km, about 154 km more than the smart #1.
#1
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 smart #1 offers noticeably more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the CUPRA Born is marginally faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the smart #1 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers marginally more torque with 584 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 39 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, smart #1 is barely lighter – 1,780 kg compared to 1,828 kg. The difference is around 48 kg.
Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Born offers somewhat more boot space – 385 L compared to 323 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.
For maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Born offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,267 L, about 281 L more than the smart #1.
When it comes to payload, the smart #1 carries very slightly more – 470 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The smart #1 holds a slight edge 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.
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CUPRA Born
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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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smart #1
The Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.
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CUPRA Born
smart #1
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34,700 - 45,300 £
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Price
31,700 - 45,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
428 - 594 km
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Electric Range
310 - 440 km
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Battery Capacity
79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,828 - 1,999 kg
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Curb weight
1,780 - 1,900 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
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Length
4,324 mm
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Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
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Width
1,809 mm
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Width
1,822 mm
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Height
1,540 mm
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Height
1,636 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,267 L
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Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
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Payload
431 - 452 kg
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Payload
425 - 470 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 326 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
265 - 545 Nm
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Torque
343 - 584 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 - 240 kW
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
smart
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