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CUPRA Born vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Volvo S60?

CUPRA Born vs Volvo S60: Key differences

CUPRA Born

3.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • only slightly 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Born

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

CUPRA Born is markedly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,237 £.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers significantly more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 536 km more than the Volvo S60.

S60

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 Volvo S60 offers visibly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers markedly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 164 Nm more.

Born

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo S60 is slightly lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 184 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S60 offers only slightly more boot space – 427 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S60 carries only slightly more – 475 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 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
Born

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
CUPRA Born
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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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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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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CUPRA Born
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
426 - 461 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 326 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Volvo
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