CUPRA Born 59 kWh e-Boost

Available since July 2024

£35,495Price from

59.0 kWhUseable Battery

225 mi *Real Range

262 Wh/mi *Efficiency

Price from £35,495

Availability Available to order
Available to order since July 2024
Available to order until -

Lease (BCH) from £246 pcm

Annual VED £0
Congestion Charge £0
Insurance Group 26-27
Price shown is On The Road Price: it includes VAT, first year VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery. Contract hire estimate by e-car lease t/a CarLease (UK) Ltd who are a credit broker not a lender. Offer based on a business contract hire usership agreement, 6+35 profile, 10,000 miles per annum, excluding optional maintenance package and subject to VAT. Prices subject to terms and conditions.

Real Range Estimation between 160 - 330 mi

City - Cold Weather * 215 mi
Highway - Cold Weather * 160 mi
Combined - Cold Weather * 185 mi
City - Mild Weather * 330 mi
Highway - Mild Weather * 205 mi
Combined - Mild Weather * 260 mi
Indication of real-world range in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The actual range will depend on speed, style of driving, weather and route conditions.
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Performance

Acceleration 0 - 62 mph 6.7 sec
Top Speed 99 mph
Electric Range * 225 mi
Total Power 170 kW (228 hp)
Total Torque 229 lb-ft
Drive Rear

Battery

Nominal Capacity 63.0 kWh
Battery Type Lithium-ion
Number of Cells 216
Architecture 400 V
Warranty Period 8 years
Warranty Mileage 100,000 mi
Useable Capacity 59.0 kWh
Cathode Material NCM
Pack Configuration 108s2p
Nominal Voltage 397 V
Form Factor No Data
Name / Reference No Data

Charging

Home / Destination

Charge Port Type 2
Port Location Right Side - Rear
Charge Power † 11 kW AC
Charge Time (0->225 mi) † 6h30m
Charge Speed † 36 mph

Rapid Charging

Charge Port CCS
Port Location Right Side - Rear
Charge Power (max) 165 kW DC
Charge Power (10-80%) 110 kW DC
Charge Time (22->180 mi) 24 min
Charge Speed 390 mph
Autocharge Supported No

Plug & Charge

Plug & Charge Supported Yes
Supported Protocol ISO 15118-2
† This can only be achieved using a 3-phase grid connection. The majority of homes and charge points do not have this connection. In practice charge power will often be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 9h30m and a charge speed of 24 mph.
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Bidirectional Charging (V2X / BPT)

Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)

V2L Supported No
Max. Output Power -
Exterior Outlet(s) -
Interior Outlet(s) -

Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)

V2H via AC Supported No
Max. Output Power -
V2H via DC Supported No
Max. Output Power -

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)

V2G via AC Supported No
Max. Output Power -
V2G via DC Supported No
Max. Output Power -

Energy Consumption

EVDB Real Range

Range * 225 mi
Vehicle Consumption * 262 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent * 154 mpg

WLTP Ratings (TEL)

Range 265 mi
Rated Consumption 251 Wh/mi
Vehicle Consumption 222 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent 161 mpg
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent 182 mpg

WLTP Ratings (TEH)

Range 235 mi
Rated Consumption 283 Wh/mi
Vehicle Consumption 251 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent 143 mpg
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent 161 mpg
TEL = Test Energy Low | TEH = Test Energy High
Rated = official figures as published by manufacturer. Rated consumption and fuel equivalency figures include charging losses.
Vehicle = calculated battery energy consumption used by the vehicle for propulsion and on-board systems.
NOTE: The fuel equivalency figures are shown in IMPERIAL MPG. Figures in US MPG will differ significantly.

Real Energy Consumption Estimation between 179 - 369 Wh/mi

City - Cold Weather * 274 Wh/mi
Highway - Cold Weather * 369 Wh/mi
Combined - Cold Weather * 319 Wh/mi
City - Mild Weather * 179 Wh/mi
Highway - Mild Weather * 288 Wh/mi
Combined - Mild Weather * 227 Wh/mi
Indication of real-world energy use in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The energy use will depend on speed, style of driving, climate and route conditions.
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Safety (Euro NCAP)

Safety Rating
Adult Occupant 93%
Child Occupant 89%
Rating Year 2022
Vulnerable Road Users 73%
Safety Assist 80%
For more details on the safety rating of this vehicle, visit euroncap.com

Dimensions and Weight

Length 4322 mm
Width 1809 mm
Width with mirrors 2070 mm
Height 1540 mm
Wheelbase 2766 mm
Weight Unladen (EU) 1841 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) 2290 kg
Max. Payload 524 kg
Cargo Volume 385 L
Cargo Volume Max No Data
Cargo Volume Frunk 0 L
Roof Load 0 kg
Tow Hitch Possible No
Towing Weight Unbraked 0 kg
Towing Weight Braked 0 kg
Vertical Load Max 0 kg

Miscellaneous

Seats 5 people
Isofix Yes, 3 seats
Turning Circle 10.2 m
Platform VW MEB
EV Dedicated Platform Yes
Car Body Hatchback
Segment C
Roof Rails No
Heat pump (HP) Yes
HP Standard Equipment No, optional

Company Car Tax Indication

Financial Year 2024-25

BIK Tax Rate 2%
P11D Value from £35,440
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £709
BIK @ 20% £12 pcm
BIK @ 40% £24 pcm
BIK @ 45% £27 pcm

Financial Year 2025-26

BIK Tax Rate 3%
P11D Value from £35,440
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £1,063
BIK @ 20% £18 pcm
BIK @ 40% £35 pcm
BIK @ 45% £40 pcm

Financial Year 2026-27

BIK Tax Rate 4%
P11D Value from £35,440
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £1,418
BIK @ 20% £24 pcm
BIK @ 40% £47 pcm
BIK @ 45% £53 pcm
* = estimated value. Average energy consumption and range based on moderate drive style and climate. Real-life values may differ significantly. Pricing information might not be actual for some regions. No rights can be derived from the information on this site.

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Range comparision based on electric range only. Rapid charging comparison based on rapid charge rate. Comparisons can be based on estimates.

Home and Destination Charging (0 -> 100%)

Charging is possible by using a regular wall plug or a charging station. Public charging is always done through a charging station. How fast the EV can charge depends on the charging station (EVSE) used and the maximum charging capacity of the EV. The table below shows all possible options for charging the CUPRA Born 59 kWh e-Boost. Each option shows how fast the battery can be charged from empty to full.

Type 2 (Mennekes - IEC 62196)
Charging Point Max. Power Power Time Rate
Wall Plug (2.3 kW) 230V / 1x10A 2.3 kW 30h15m 7 mph
1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) 230V / 1x16A 3.7 kW 18h45m 12 mph
1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) 230V / 1x32A 7.4 kW 9h30m 24 mph
3-phase 16A (11 kW) 400V / 3x16A 11 kW 6h30m 35 mph
3-phase 32A (22 kW) 400V / 3x16A 11 kW † 6h30m 35 mph

† = Limited by on-board charger, vehicle cannot charge faster.

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Rapid Charging (10 -> 80%)

Rapid charging enables longer journeys by adding as much range as possible in the shortest amount of time. Charging power will decrease significantly after 80% state-of-charge has been reached. A typical rapid charge therefore rarely exceeds 80% SoC. The rapid charge rate of an EV depends on the charger used and the maximum charging power the EV can handle. The table below shows all details for rapid charging the CUPRA Born 59 kWh e-Boost.

  • Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point
  • Avg. Power: average power provided by charge point over a session from 10% to 80%
  • Time: time needed to charge from 10% to 80%
  • Rate: average charging speed over a session from 10% to 80%
Combined Charging System (CCS Combo 2)
Charging Point Max. Power Avg. Power Time Rate
CCS (50 kW DC) 50 kW 45 kW † 58 min 160 mph
CCS (100 kW DC) 100 kW 80 kW † 33 min 280 mph
CCS (150 kW DC) 150 kW 100 kW † 26 min 360 mph
CCS (175 kW DC) 165 kW † 110 kW † 24 min 390 mph
CCS (350 kW DC) 165 kW † 110 kW † 24 min 390 mph
This vehicle does not support Autocharge
This vehicle supports Plug & Charge

† = Limited by charging capabilities of vehicle

Autocharge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations.

Plug & Charge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations in accordance with ISO 15118.

Actual charging rates may differ from data shown due to factors like outside temperature, state of the battery and driving style.

CUPRA Claimed Specifications

The table below shows the claimed specifications from the manufacturer for charging the CUPRA Born 59 kWh e-Boost. The specifications can differ from the table above for a variety of reasons. If real-world charge tests are available, these differences can be signifcant. If no real-world tests are available, the table above will be based on the manufacturer specifications as per the table below.

  • Max. Power: maximum charge power during charging session
  • Charge From: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is started
  • Charge To: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is ended
  • Time: time needed for charging session
CUPRA Claimed Specifications
Max. Power Charge From Charge To Time
165 kW 5 % 80 % 24 min

All about the CUPRA Born 59 kWh e-Boost

Pricing

The CUPRA Born 59 kWh e-Boost has a Recommend Retail Price (RRP) of £35,440 and an On The Road Price (OTR) of £35,495. The OTR Price includes VAT, first year of VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery.

Drivetrain and Performance

The CUPRA Born 59 kWh e-Boost is a full electric vehicle (BEV). The maximum power of the CUPRA Born 59 kWh e-Boost is 170 kW (228 hp). The maximum torque is 229 lb-ft. The CUPRA Born 59 kWh e-Boost is rear wheel drive and can accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 6.7 seconds. The top speed is 99 mph.

Battery and Charging

The battery of the CUPRA Born 59 kWh e-Boost has a total capacity of 63 kWh. The usable capacity is 59 kWh. An estimated range of about 225 miles is achievable on a fully charged battery. The actual range will however depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style.

For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in a range of around 160 mi. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the range to around 330 mi.

Charging is done using a Type 2 connector and the on-board charger has a maximum power of 11 kW. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 6 hours 30 minutes. However, a 3-phase grid connection is needed to achieve this. The majority of homes and charge points currently do not have this connection. In most cases the maximum charging power will be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 9 hours 30 minutes and a charge rate of 24 mph. Charging the car using a regular wall plug will take around 30 hours 15 minutes.

Rapid charging is possible through a CCS connection. The maximum rapid charge power is 165 kW. The battery can't be charged continuously at this power. In an average rapid charge session the average charge power will be around 110 kW. This charges the battery from 10% to 80% in around 25 minutes. A rapid charge like this will add about 155 miles of range.

Energy Consumption

The estimated combined (motorway and city) energy consumption of the CUPRA Born 59 kWh e-Boost is about 262 Wh per mile. By comparison, this energy consumption is the equivalent of a fuel consumption of 154 mpg in a traditional petrol car.

The actual energy consumption will depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style. For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in an energy use of around 369 Wh per mile. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the efficiency to about 179 Wh per mile.

CO2 Emission

The CUPRA Born 59 kWh e-Boost emits no CO2 during driving. This only includes direct emissions from the vehicle itself. The energy needed to charge the battery might have been (partly) generated by the use of fossil fuels. Vehicles with an internal combustion engine will always emit CO2 during driving. Additionally, CO2 is emitted during the production and transport of fossil fuels.

More information from CUPRA

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Preceding model

The model shown on this page is the successor of the CUPRA Born 58 kWh e-Boost, which was available to order from April 2022 until July 2024. The previous model was £410 less expensive, had 10 mi less range, same acceleration and was 3% less energy efficient.

Preceding model CUPRA Born 58 kWh e-Boost

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