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The Cupra Born is a fully electric hatchback with 5 seats. In our October 2026 check, UK guide prices ran from £32,995 to £33,995, with a real-world range of about 220 to 300 miles (official WLTP 390 miles) and a 58 to 79 kWh usable battery. All versions are on the Electric Car Grant list, in Band 2 (£1,500).

Cupra Born versions and prices

Guide prices checked October 2026 and may already include the Electric Car Grant. Real-world range is EV Database's typical estimate; the official WLTP figure is higher. Always confirm the price with the seller.

Charging

The Cupra Born 79 kWh 170 kW can rapid charge at up to 183 kW. That peak only lasts part of a session: averaged from 10% to 80%, it is about 115 kW, about 30 minutes on a fast enough charger.

At home it accepts up to 11 kW on AC. On a typical 7 kW wallbox, a full charge from empty takes roughly 12 hours for the largest battery; most top-ups take far less. Its CCS plug is on the right side, rear. See charging times, smart EV tariffs and chargers near me.

Real-world range

For the Cupra Born 79 kWh 170 kW, EV Database estimates these ranges. Cold means about −10°C with the heating on; mild means about 23°C; motorway means a steady 70 mph.

Heat pump: optional. One-stop motorway range with a 15-minute charge: about 327 miles. Try the range reality check or the range map for your own driving.

Running costs

At 10,000 miles a year, charging 80% at home on a smart tariff at 7.6p per kWh and 20% on rapid chargers at 79p, the Cupra Born 58 kWh 140 kW would use about 2,895 kWh and cost about £633 a year to charge (6.3p a mile). Vehicle tax: £10 in the first year, then £200 a year. From April 2028 the pay-per-mile charge (eVED) is due to add 3p a mile, about £300 a year at 10,000 miles.

Work out the five-year cost against petrol

Battery, warranty and features

Battery chemistry: NMC (named by EV Database or another published source). Battery warranties are often separate: check the terms.

• Heat pump: Available (check whether standard)
• Vehicle-to-load (V2L): Yes

See battery types explained and how long EV batteries last.

Space, size and towing

It has 5 seats and a boot of about 385 litres. No towing rating is listed in our data: assume it should not tow until the manufacturer confirms.

Electric Car Grant

All versions are on the Electric Car Grant list, in Band 2 (£1,500). The seller applies the grant as a discount. Confirm the exact version and price before you order. See the Electric Car Grant and EV tax.

Reliability

Reliability scores come from the Warrantywise Reliability Index, which uses data from used cars, so many new models do not have a score yet. See the Cupra page and the Index explained.

Rivals

Head to head: Cupra Born vs Kia EV4 · Cupra Born vs Alpine A290

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Cupra Born cost in the UK?

In our October 2026 check, UK guide prices for the Cupra Born ran from £32,995 to £33,995. Prices change often and may include the Electric Car Grant, so confirm with the seller.

What is the real-world range of the Cupra Born?

EV Database's typical real-world estimate is about 220 to 300 miles, depending on the version (official WLTP 390 miles). In cold weather at motorway speeds expect around 215 miles.

How long does the Cupra Born take to charge?

It can rapid charge at up to 183 kW, which takes it from 10% to 80% in about 30 minutes on a fast enough charger. On a 7 kW home charger a full charge from empty takes roughly 12 hours.

How efficient is the Cupra Born?

EV Database estimates about 3.8 miles per kWh in typical driving. At 7.6p per kWh off-peak, that is roughly 2.2 pence a mile charged at home.

Does the Cupra Born have a heat pump?

EV Database lists a heat pump for this car, but our data does not yet say whether it is standard or an option, so check with the seller.

Is the Cupra Born eligible for the Electric Car Grant?

All versions are on the Electric Car Grant list, in Band 2 (£1,500). The eligible list changes, so check GOV.UK and confirm with the dealer.

Some details for some versions (official WLTP range, 10–80% charging time, dimensions) are not yet in our data and show as –. We will add them at the next check.

Figures compiled October 2026 from published UK sources, mainly EV Database UK, and are approximate (how we compile them). Page reviewed 2026-10-16. See our sources. General information, not financial, legal or technical advice.

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