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SEAT Ibiza vs CUPRA Born comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (16,800 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Ibiza or CUPRA Born?

SEAT Ibiza vs CUPRA Born: Key differences

SEAT Ibiza

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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CUPRA Born

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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ibiza

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.

SEAT Ibiza is significantly cheaper – starting at 16,800 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,435 £.

Born

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 significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the SEAT Ibiza takes 8.1 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

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

Ibiza

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, SEAT Ibiza is significantly lighter – 1,111 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 788 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Born offers marginally more boot space – 385 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Ibiza carries a bit more – 522 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Born 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.

from £34,300
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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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SEAT Ibiza

The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
16,800 - 28,800 £
Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
484 - 630 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
114 - 128 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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,111 - 1,231 kg
Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
489 - 522 kg
Payload
426 - 461 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 150 HP
Power HP
190 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Power kW
140 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
SEAT
Brand
CUPRA
Is the SEAT Ibiza offered with different drivetrains?

The SEAT Ibiza is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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