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Cupra Born vs Omoda E5
Selected trimKnightChange trim267 mi · 61 kWh · £33,065
At a glance
In this comparison, Cupra Born leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Omoda E5 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
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Omoda E5 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Cupra Born wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueOmoda
Cupra
5.6
Omoda
6.2
Motorway RangeCupra
Cupra
6.3
Omoda
3.7
FamilyCupra
Cupra
8.1
Omoda
5.7
ChargingCupra
Cupra
6.7
Omoda
4.4
Cost Per MileCupra
Cupra
9.6
Omoda
4.1
City DrivingCupra
Cupra
7.7
Omoda
6.4
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 | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £35,995 | £33,065 (better) |
| Official range | 301 miles (better) | 267 miles |
| Boot space | 385 L (better) | 380 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 7.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Cupra Born
Omoda E5
Length
Cupra Born4,324mm-100mm
Omoda E54,424mm
Width
Cupra Born1,809mm-21mm
Omoda E51,830mm
Height
Cupra Born1,540mm-48mm
Omoda E51,588mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,324 mm | 4,424 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,809 mm (better) | 1,830 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,070 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,540 mm | 1,588 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m (better) | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 591 mm spare (better) | 570 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 385 L (better) | 380 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1267 L (better) | 1075 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.
Omoda E5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cupra Born V1 58kWh |  Omoda E5 Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.32m | 4.42m+100mm |
| Width | 1.81m | 1.83m+21mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.07m | Not available |
| Height | 1.54m | 1.59m+48mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.63m-136mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 147mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 385L (better) | 380L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1267L (better) | 1075L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m (better) | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,899kg | 1,710kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh | 61kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 301 mi (better) | 267 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW | 130kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £35,995 | £33,065 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £34,495 (-£1,500) | £33,065 (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 | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 301 miles (better) | 267 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 250 miles (better) | 194 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW | 130 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 160 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh | 60 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| 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 | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 7.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 140 kW | 155 kW (better) |
| Torque | 310 Nm (better) | 288 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Cupra Born
V1 58kWh
Omoda E5
Knight
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £14,295 | £22,098 |
| Average used price | £14,295 | £23,495 |
| Saving vs RRP | £21,700 below new | £9,570 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Broadly flat |
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 - Omoda E5 Knight
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| 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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Omoda E5
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Cupra Born worth the extra £2,930 over the Omoda E5?
The Cupra Born costs £2,930 more than the Omoda E5. For that premium it adds 34 miles more WLTP range. The Omoda E5 is not just cheaper - it also offers 25 kW faster peak rapid charging. 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 Omoda E5?
The Omoda E5 is £2,930 cheaper to buy. The Cupra Born is cheaper to charge, roughly £128 a year versus £176 for the Omoda E5, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Omoda E5 comes out roughly £2,690 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 Omoda E5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 250 miles for the Cupra Born and 194 miles for the Omoda E5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Cupra Born goes roughly 56 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cupra Born or the Omoda E5?
The two are within 21 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 591 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Born and about 570 mm of total clearance for the Omoda E5. The Cupra Born also turns in a 0.6 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 Omoda E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Cupra Born and 90% for the Omoda E5. That gives the Omoda E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Omoda E5'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. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .