You’re going to be hearing the name Cupra a lot more in the future. With the rise of the EV, there are more new vehicle manufacturers than ever.

The Cupra Born is a large, rear wheel drive hatchback firing a lot of bang for your buck with a range of up to 511 km  at a price point start of $59,990 plus on road costs. In WA, expect a price of around $66,490 driveaway.

The Born is built on a dedicated BEV platform – called MEB – it’s been raised from the ground up to deliver not only 7.0-second 0-100km/h straight line speed, but most importantly driver engagement through the steering and rear-drive chassis. 

This is supported by 19- or 20-inch alloy wheels, optional wide Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres, and a high level of standard technology and luxury for the price. 

Specifications:

  • 82kWh battery (77kWh useable), with 170kW eBoost, 310Nm 
  • 511km Range* 
  • AC: up to 11kW 
  • DC: up to 170kW Fast Charging 
  • Mode 3  Cable 
  • Metallic Paint (Glacial White, Geyser Silver, Quasar Grey, Rayleigh Red) or Standard Paint (Vapor Grey) 
  • 385L boot volume 
  • 19″ Black and Copper Typhoon Alloy wheels 
  • Tyre Pressure Warning System 
  • 7 Airbags (Front, Side, Curtain, Centre) 
  • Heated power folding mirrors 
  • LED Headlamps 
  • Front Fog Lights integrated into headlamps 
  • LED Tail lights
  • Dusk sensing lights 
  • Light Assist (Auto High Beam) 
  • Rear tinted windows 
  • Rear Roof Spoiler 
  • 5.3″ Digital Cockpit 
  • 12″ Infotainment System with DAB+ 
  • Wireless Phone Charging 
  • Apple Carplay and Android Auto (wired) 
  • 2 Front and 2 Rear USB-C ports 
  • Leather heated multifunction steering wheel and Satellite buttons 
  • Ambient interior lighting 
  • SEAQUAL front bucket seats 
  • Floor mats 
  • Driving profile selection 
  • Sports Suspension 
  • Progressive Steering 
  • Keyless entry and start 
  • Alarm System 
  • Auto dimming rear view mirror 
  • Dual zone climate control 
  • Aluminium Pedals 
  • Adaptive Cruise Control 
  • Front Assist with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection 
  • Lane Assist 
  • Park Assist 
  • Side Assist with Rear Traffic Alert and Exit Warning 
  • Driver Fatigue Monitor 
  • Pre-Crash Assist 
  • Rain sensing wipers 
  • Top View Camera (360 Camera) 

Options

Interior Package – $2,900                                                                                  

  • Aurora Blue Dinamica Front Bucket Seats 
  • Heated front seats 
  • Front seats with 12 way power adjustment and massage function 
  • 4 Seats (2 Front, 2 Rear) 
  • Heated washing jets 
  • Beats premium sound 9 speakers, 395W amplifier,  sub-woofer  

Performance Package – $2,600                                                           

  • 475km Range* 
  • Dynamic Chassis Control 
  • 20″ Firestorm Alloy wheels, Black and Silver 
  • Wide tyre package – 235mm Michelin Pilot Sport 4 
  • 4 Seats (2 Front, 2 Rear) 

Premium Metallic Paint – $475    Aurora Blue

Visit Cupra for more information.

Publisher - Kaz Liddiard
Publisher – Kaz Liddiard

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