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Electric performance hatchback · 4W · Launched 2022
GBP 37,000 - 50,000 / EUR 42,000 - 55,000 / AUD 60,000 - 72,000
≈ ₹37.00 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
555 km
Battery
77 kWh
Top speed
200 km/h
Charge
7 hr
Power
326 bhp
Seats
5
Born. Performance hatch fans wanting VW ID.3 platform with Cupra styling and 326 hp VZ trim. Status: currently on sale in GB/EU/AU.
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Performance hatch fans wanting VW ID.3 platform with Cupra styling and 326 hp VZ trim
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Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Cupra in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Range drops 15-25% at sustained highway speed in cold/AC use
Reported in earlier models — Cupra has released fixes for newer batches.
12V aux battery should be checked annually on PHEV/EV
Reported in earlier models — Cupra has released fixes for newer batches.
DC fast-charge speeds vary with operator firmware and battery temperature
Reported in earlier models — Cupra has released fixes for newer batches.
Software OTA cadence varies by region — early build niggles common
Reported in earlier models — Cupra has released fixes for newer batches.
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| Battery capacity | 77 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 555 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 7 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in ~30 min (170 kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
| Top speed | 200 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 326 bhp |
| Torque | 300 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | RWD |
| Kerb weight | — |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 180 mm |
| Boot space | 400 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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Cupra Born
GBP 37,000 - 50,000 / EUR 42,000 - 55,000 / AUD 60,000 - 72,000
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The Cupra Born scores 7.4/10 overall. Best suited for: Performance hatch fans wanting VW ID.3 platform with Cupra styling and 326 hp VZ trim. Key strength: 326 hp on born vz. Main consideration: vw id.3 mechanicals = similar software niggles.
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