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Cupra Born vs Deepal S05
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 69 kWh · £39,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Cupra Born leads on family practicality, running costs and city driving, while the Deepal S05 leads on value for money and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Cupra Born if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.6p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Deepal S05 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Cupra Born leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueDeepal
Cupra
5.6
Deepal
6.2
Motorway Range
Cupra
6.3
Deepal
6.7
Too close to call
FamilyCupra
Cupra
8.1
Deepal
7.2
ChargingDeepal
Cupra
6.7
Deepal
8.2
Cost Per MileCupra
Cupra
9.6
Deepal
4.9
City DrivingCupra
Cupra
7.7
Deepal
4.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Deepal S05
Base
- 107 litres more boot space
- 95 kW faster rapid charging
- 180 kW more power
- 2.5s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Deepal S05Base |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £35,995 (better) | £39,995 |
| Official range | 301 miles (better) | 278 miles |
| Boot space | 385 L | 492 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 15 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 5.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Cupra Born
Deepal S05
Length
Cupra Born4,324mm-296mm
Deepal S054,620mm
Width
Cupra Born1,809mm-91mm
Deepal S051,900mm
Height
Cupra Born1,540mm-60mm
Deepal S051,600mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Deepal S05Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,324 mm | 4,620 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,809 mm (better) | 1,900 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,070 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,540 mm | 1,600 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 591 mm spare (better) | 500 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Deepal S05Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 385 L | 492 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1267 L (better) | 1250 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 159 L |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Cupra Born
- 301 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 105 kW, faster than 85% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- At 4,324 mm, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
Deepal S05
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cupra Born V1 58kWh |  Deepal S05 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.32m | 4.62m+296mm |
| Width | 1.81m | 1.90m+91mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.07m | Not available |
| Height | 1.54m | 1.60m+60mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.88m+114mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 385L | 492L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1267L (better) | 1250L |
| Frunk | Not available | 159L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 1,899kg (better) | 1,940kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh | 69kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 301 mi (better) | 278 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £35,995 (better) | £39,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £34,495 (-£1,500) | £39,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
* Cupra Born: Heat pump: an option, not standard.
* Cupra Born: Manufacturer lists no trailer towing capacity.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Deepal S05Base |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 301 miles (better) | 278 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 250 miles (better) | 231 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 15 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh | 69 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Deepal S05Base |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 5.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 140 kW | 320 kW (better) |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 502 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Cupra Born
V1 58kWh
Deepal S05
Base
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Cupra Born
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Cupra Born V1 58kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Deepal S05 Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant94%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Deepal S05Base |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Cupra Born
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Deepal S05
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Deepal S05 worth the extra £4,000 over the Cupra Born?
The Deepal S05 costs £4,000 more than the Cupra Born. For that premium it adds 95 kW faster peak rapid charging, 107 litres more boot space and 180 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Cupra Born comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Cupra Born or the Deepal S05?
The Cupra Born is £4,000 cheaper to buy. The Cupra Born is cheaper to charge, roughly £128 a year versus £168 for the Deepal S05, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Cupra Born comes out roughly £4,200 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Cupra Born and Deepal S05 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 250 miles for the Cupra Born and 231 miles for the Deepal S05 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Cupra Born goes roughly 19 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cupra Born or the Deepal S05?
The Cupra Born is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 91 mm narrower than the Deepal S05. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 591 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Born and about 500 mm of total clearance for the Deepal S05.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Cupra Born or the Deepal S05?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Cupra Born and 90% for the Deepal S05. That gives the Deepal S05 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Deepal S05's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Cupra Born's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .