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CUPRA Born vs ZEEKR X comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 496 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or ZEEKR X?

CUPRA Born vs ZEEKR X: Key differences

CUPRA Born

3.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
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ZEEKR X

  • marginally cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

ZEEKR X is marginally cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,715 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Born is noticeably more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 17.4 kWh/100km for the ZEEKR X. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers clearly more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 215 km more than the ZEEKR X.

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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 ZEEKR X offers markedly more power – delivering 496 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR X is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR X delivers only slightly more torque with 573 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 28 Nm more.

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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, ZEEKR X is only slightly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 44 kg.

Looking at boot space, the ZEEKR X offers only slightly more boot space – 404 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.

When it comes to payload, the ZEEKR X carries moderately more – 555 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 94 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR X is decisively ahead 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.

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ZEEKR X

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 496 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.4 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 330 - 415 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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The Zeekr X feels like a pocket rocket for city life, delivering brisk performance and nimble handling wrapped in a surprisingly premium little package. Inside it offers smart tech and refined materials that make daily driving feel more like a small luxury escape, all while keeping a tasteful, understated presence.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Price
32,600 - 41,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Electric Range
330 - 415 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 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
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Curb weight
1,855 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,836 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
426 - 461 kg
Payload
460 - 555 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
190 - 326 HP
Power HP
272 - 496 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
343 - 573 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Power kW
200 - 365 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
ZEEKR
Is the CUPRA Born offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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