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CUPRA Born vs VW T-Roc comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 26,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or VW T-Roc?

CUPRA Born vs VW T-Roc: Key differences

CUPRA Born

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW T-Roc

4.6 (7 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW T-Roc is visibly cheaper – starting at 26,400 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,839 £.

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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 CUPRA Born offers clearly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the VW T-Roc takes 8.9 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers considerably more torque with 545 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 295 Nm more.

Born

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 terms of curb weight, VW T-Roc is visibly lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 434 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW T-Roc offers slightly more boot space – 475 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW T-Roc carries a bit more – 515 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Born holds a decisive overall lead 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
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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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Reviews CUPRA Born

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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davide
21 Jul 2026, 06:30:45

I had the 58 kW and now I have the 77 kW, fantastic cars, lovely to drive, excellent range, on average 18 kWh per 100 km, without ever driving to save energy (on the motorway I keep around 130 km/h), great stability on rough surfaces or in snow. I suffer a lot from back pain and I feel very comfortable in the Born.

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VW T-Roc

The Volkswagen T‑Roc is a stylish, well-proportioned crossover that blends hatchback agility with SUV presence. It delivers a comfortable cabin, user-friendly tech and a composed ride, making it a sensible choice for buyers who want practicality with a bit of character.

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4.6 (7 Reviews)
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Krock
17 Jul 2026, 13:11:35

If a designer had suggested such ugly dashboards a few years ago, he would have been fired immediately!
Today everyone thinks it’s great when you place cutting boards vertically on the hard‑plastic dashboards and even pay a lot of money for it. I’m probably already too old to understand this!!

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Commuter (short/medium distance)
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Ester
17 Sept 2025, 14:29:41

I've been driving the VW T‑Roc for a few months now and I'm totally satisfied. 🚗 The higher seating position gives me a great feeling of security and the visibility in city traffic is excellent. I especially like the modern infotainment system — everything works intuitively and quickly. On the motorway it feels very calm and stable, even at higher speeds. Overall a great car that's a lot of fun and still economical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
26,400 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
126 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,539 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
284 - 475 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,811 - 1,828 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
426 - 461 kg
Payload
368 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 326 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
200 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
VW
Is the CUPRA Born offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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