Compare performance (918 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (92,600 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emeya or CUPRA Born?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
CUPRA Born is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58,285 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Born is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 4.6 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Born offers barely more range – reaching up to 630 km, about 50 km more than the Lotus Emeya.
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 Lotus Emeya offers significantly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 592 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.6 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers significantly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 440 Nm more.
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, CUPRA Born is visibly lighter – 1,899 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 656 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers noticeably more boot space – 509 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 124 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries moderately more – 545 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.
The Lotus Emeya 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 Lotus Emeya arrives as a sleek electric grand tourer that manages to marry Lotus' trademark razor-sharp handling with enough practicality for daily life, so you can enjoy a corner with a grin and still fit the shopping. Inside it feels surprisingly grown-up — plush materials, smart tech and a driver-focused cockpit make it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric performance without losing the joy of driving.
detailsThe 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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Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Electric Range
484 - 630 km
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Length
5,139 mm
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Length
-
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Width
2,005 mm
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Width
1,809 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Payload
426 - 461 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
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Power HP
190 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Lotus
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Brand
CUPRA
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