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Cupra Born vs Ford Puma Gen-E
Selected trimSelectChange trim259 mi · 46.8 kWh · £29,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Cupra Born leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Ford Puma Gen-E leads on value for money.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Cupra Born if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.6p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Ford Puma Gen-E if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Cupra Born leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueFord
Cupra
5.6
Ford
6.2
Motorway RangeCupra
Cupra
6.3
Ford
4.5
FamilyCupra
Cupra
8.1
Ford
6.2
ChargingCupra
Cupra
6.7
Ford
4.1
Cost Per MileCupra
Cupra
9.6
Ford
8.8
City Driving
Cupra
7.7
Ford
7.9
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £35,995 | £29,995 (better) |
| Official range | 301 miles (better) | 259 miles |
| Boot space | 385 L | 566 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 26 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Cupra Born
Ford Puma Gen-E
Length
Cupra Born4,324mm
Ford Puma Gen-E4,313mm-11mm
Width
Cupra Born1,809mm
Ford Puma Gen-E1,805mm-4mm
Height
Cupra Born1,540mm-15mm
Ford Puma Gen-E1,555mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,324 mm | 4,313 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,809 mm | 1,805 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,070 mm | 1,930 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,540 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m (better) | 10.5 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 591 mm spare | 595 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 786 mm |
| Boot space (seats up) | 385 L | 566 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1267 L | 1283 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 43 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
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.
Ford Puma Gen-E
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 SUVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- Boot space of 566 L is bigger than 80% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,313 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cupra Born V1 58kWh |  Ford Puma Gen-E Select |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.32m | 4.31m-11mm |
| Width | 1.81m | 1.80m-4mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.07m | 1.93m-140mm |
| Height | 1.54m | 1.55m+15mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.59m-178mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 157mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 385L | 566L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1267L | 1283L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 43L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 786mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m (better) | 10.5m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,899kg | 1,563kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh (better) | 46.8kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 301 mi (better) | 259 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW (better) | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £35,995 | £29,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £34,495 (-£1,500) | £26,245 (-£3,750) (better) |
| 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 | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 301 miles (better) | 259 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 250 miles (better) | 186 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 26 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 130 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh (better) | 46.8 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| 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 | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 8 sec |
| Power | 140 kW (better) | 124 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm (better) | 290 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £14,295 | £17,999 |
| Average used price | £14,295 | £20,750 |
| Saving vs RRP | £21,700 below new | £9,245 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Down 23.4% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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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 - Ford Puma Gen-E Select
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant75%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist69%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Cupra Born
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Cupra Born
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Ford Puma Gen-E
- £17,9992026Car360View
- £23,5002026EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Cupra Born worth the extra £6,000 over the Ford Puma Gen-E?
The Cupra Born costs £6,000 more than the Ford Puma Gen-E. For that premium it adds 42 miles more WLTP range. The Ford Puma Gen-E is not just cheaper - it also offers 181 litres more boot space. 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 Ford Puma Gen-E?
The Ford Puma Gen-E is £6,000 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £128 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Ford Puma Gen-E comes out roughly £5,920 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 Ford Puma Gen-E like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 250 miles for the Cupra Born and 186 miles for the Ford Puma Gen-E - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Cupra Born goes roughly 64 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cupra Born or the Ford Puma Gen-E?
The two are within 4 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 595 mm of total clearance for the Ford Puma Gen-E and about 591 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Born. The Cupra Born also turns in a 0.3 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Cupra Born or the Ford Puma Gen-E?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Cupra Born and 84% for the Ford Puma Gen-E. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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 .