Compare performance (326 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Toyota Corolla Touring Sports?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is somewhat cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,672 £.
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 considerably more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 148 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 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.
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, Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is noticeably lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 414 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers visibly more boot space – 596 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 211 L.
When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Born carries marginally more – 461 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.
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.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is a sensible yet stylish estate that blends everyday practicality with Toyota's trademark reliability, making it the kind of car that quietly gets on with family life without drama. Inside it's cleverly packaged for luggage and kids' gear and feels calm and comfortable on the road — sensible rather than flashy, but with enough character to make daily drives more enjoyable.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
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Price
29,600 - 36,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
484 - 630 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
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Curb weight
1,485 - 1,515 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Length
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Length
4,650 mm
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Width
1,809 mm
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Width
1,790 mm
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Height
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Height
1,435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,591 - 1,606 L
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Payload
426 - 461 kg
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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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
CVT
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
190 - 326 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Toyota
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