Cupra Born 2021–2025 car dimensions: 4322 mm long, 1809 mm wide and 1540 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,811 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 385 litres.
The cabin has a 12-inch floating touchscreen with wireless Full Link for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as standard, plus a 5.3-inch digital cockpit. Dual-zone Climatronic climate control is fitted across the range. Front and rear parking sensors, Front Assist automatic emergency braking and Lane Assist are standard. Adaptive cruise control and reversing camera come in equipment packs on most grades, while blind-spot warning with Side Assist is pack-only.
Boot space measures 385 litres with seats up and expands to 1267 litres with the rear seats folded. An adjustable boot floor is available on some versions for flatter loading or extra underfloor storage.
Towing capacity is rated at 0 kg braked and unbraked, so the car is not approved for towing trailers. Payload is listed at 449 kg. Sport suspension is standard. adaptive DCC dampers are optional. No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension packages are listed for work use.
The cabin uses sporty bucket seats in recycled SEAQUAL yarn as standard, with higher grades adding Dinamica fabric, 12-way power adjustment, lumbar support and massage. Heated front seats and a leather multi-function heated steering wheel feature on most trims. Dual-zone Climatronic climate control, multi-colour ambient lighting and an acoustic windscreen create a quiet, modern space with copper accents and a floating touchscreen. An optional panoramic sunroof opens up the tall, airy interior. Rear space is practical with split-folding seats.
Electric only: WLTP consumption 15.5-16.7 kWh/100 km, range up to 424 km for 58 kWh net battery.
Service interval every 2 years or as indicated by the car for inspection.
Euro NCAP 5 stars (2022: adult 93%, child 89%, VRU 73%, assist 80%. 2025 retest similar high scores).
Standard safety: 7 airbags incl. centre, AEB with pedestrian/cyclist detection, lane assist, adaptive cruise, tiredness recognition, eCall.
Battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km to 70% capacity. vehicle warranty typically 5 years.
The 58 kWh net battery delivers a WLTP range of around 395-424 km with combined consumption of 15.5-16.7 kWh/100 km. AC charging at 11 kW takes about 6 hours 15 minutes from empty. DC fast charging reaches 5-80% in around 35 minutes at up to 120-124 kW. Regenerative braking helps efficiency in daily use.
Servicing is simple for this EV: an inspection service every two years or when the car indicates, covering brakes, filters, software and high-voltage checks. No oil changes needed. Optional care plans cover inspections, brake fluid and pollen filters. Battery health checks are included in some packages.
Euro NCAP awarded five stars in 2022 with strong adult and child scores, reconfirmed under 2025 protocols. Standard kit includes predictive adaptive cruise, front assist with emergency steering and junction assist, lane keep, traffic sign recognition, multi-collision brake and seven airbags. Travel Assist is available on higher specs.
Keeping costs stay low thanks to electric running and long battery cover of eight years or 160,000 km guaranteeing at least 70% capacity. Vehicle warranty is five years in many markets. The solid structure and standard safety systems support long-term ownership with minimal complexity.
Length 4322 mm, Width 1809 mm, Height 1540 mm, Wheelbase 2766 mm (Born 2021–2025)
Sources: manufacturer data, CUPRA Born Preisliste, CUPRA Born Launch Catalogue, German equipment list in that Preisliste plus CUPRA UK.