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CUPRA Born vs Toyota Corolla Cross – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Toyota Corolla Cross?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Corolla Cross has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31700 £, while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 2966 £.

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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 has a convincingly edge – offering 326 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 146 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the Toyota Corolla Cross takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Born performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Cross tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

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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 curb weight, Toyota Corolla Cross is noticeable lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 448 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla Cross offers slight more room – 425 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla Cross performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1337 L, which is about 70 L more than the CUPRA Born.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla Cross slightly takes the win – 560 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Born shows itself to be performs better in key areas and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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Toyota Corolla Cross

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The Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
31700 - 41900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4460 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1620 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Toyota

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What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Born have?

The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.