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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Price
34700 - 45300 £
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Price
34600 - 47200 £
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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
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
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Electric Range
427 - 594 km
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Electric Range
356 - 569 km
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Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 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
1828 - 1999 kg
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Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Trunk capacity
543 L
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Length
4324 mm
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Length
4582 - 4584 mm
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Width
1809 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1540 mm
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Height
1619 - 1634 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1267 L
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Max trunk capacity
1575 L
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Payload
431 - 452 kg
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Payload
515 - 551 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
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
265 - 545 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 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
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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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
VW
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The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.