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CUPRA Born vs VW ID.4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 34600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or VW ID.4?

CUPRA Born

VW ID.4

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Born

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.

VW ID.4 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34600 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 99 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the CUPRA Born: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the VW ID.4 with 15.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.70 kWh.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 594 km, about 25 km more than the VW ID.4.

ID.4

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID.4 has a slight edge – offering 340 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.4 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.60 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Born performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.4 pulls a bit stronger with 679 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 134 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, CUPRA Born is hardly perceptible lighter – 1828 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 147 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers noticeable more room – 543 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 158 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 performs somewhat better – up to 1575 L, which is about 308 L more than the CUPRA Born.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 somewhat takes the win – 551 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.4 is clearly superior overall 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.

CUPRA Born
VW ID.4

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from about £34,600
ID.4

VW ID.4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 17 kWh
  • Electric Range : 356 - 569 km

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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VW ID.4

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.

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CUPRA Born
VW ID.4

Costs and Consumption

Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
34600 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4582 - 4584 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1619 - 1634 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1575 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
515 - 551 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Born have?

The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.