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Hyundai Tucson vs CUPRA Born comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (31,300 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or CUPRA Born?

Hyundai Tucson vs CUPRA Born: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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CUPRA Born

3.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Tucson

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.

Hyundai Tucson is marginally cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,000 £.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers significantly more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 560 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Born

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Born offers slightly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers noticeably more torque with 545 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 166 Nm more.

Tucson

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 terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is noticeably lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 357 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers clearly more boot space – 620 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 235 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 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
Hyundai Tucson
CUPRA Born

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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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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Hyundai Tucson
CUPRA Born

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
426 - 461 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
190 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
CUPRA
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