CUPRA Born

The SEAT Cupra Born features single rear-mounted permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor producing 204 horsepower (150 kW) with 310 Newton-meters (229 pound-feet) torque in standard specification achieving 6.7-second 0-62 mph acceleration through single-speed reduction gearbox and rear-wheel-drive with performance VZ variant producing 326 horsepower (240 kW) with 545 Newton-meters (402 pound-feet) torque achieving 5.6-second 0-62 mph acceleration. The electric hatchback incorporates 58-kilowatt-hour or 79-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery delivering 259-366-mile range with 124-175-kilowatt DC fast-charging capability achieving 10-80-percent charge in 25-26 minutes, independent suspension, progressive steering, and distinctive Cupra styling with copper accent lighting and aggressive aerodynamic bodywork.

Cupra Born launched 2021 represents Cupra sub-brand first electric vehicle utilizing Volkswagen Group MEB dedicated electric platform sharing architecture with VW ID.3 featuring enhanced performance calibration, sporting suspension tuning, and distinctive design differentiation creating performance-oriented alternative to mainstream VW sibling appealing to enthusiast buyers seeking electric vehicle with sporting character competing against Tesla Model 3 and Polestar 2 in compact electric performance segment demonstrating SEAT-Cupra commitment to electrification strategy with Born nameplate referencing El Born district Barcelona establishing emotional connection Spanish heritage while delivering modern zero-emissions performance with comprehensive connectivity technology, over-the-air update capability, and driver-focused dynamics maintaining Cupra performance philosophy in electric era.