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Cupra Born: real running cost

Annual running cost and consumption - customisable simulation.

compact · 2021 · 15,000 km/an

Result

507 €
Annual cost
15,000 km/yr
Cost / 100 km
3.38 €
home rate
Savings vs ICE
−1,608 €/an
vs segment median
5-year cost
2,537 €
energy only

Your usage profile

Annual mileage

Driving mix

Charging rate

Summary

Running cost of the Cupra Born

Over 15 000 km/year, the Cupra Born costs 507 €/year in energy (3,38 €/100 km). Home charging accounts for all energy costs.

Methodology

Caralogy weights WLTP consumption by cycle according to your driving mix and applies selected rates. The result is closer to real-world consumption than the WLTP combined figure alone.

Savings vs petrol

Compared to a petrol equivalent, the vehicle saves approximately 1 608 €/year. This saving grows with mileage.

What if you changed profile?

What if you drove 25,000 km/year?

+338 €/yr

846 €/an

What if the rate rose to 0.35 €/kWh?

+380 €/yr

888 €/an

What if you drove 100% in town?

-128 €/yr

379 €/an

What if 80% of your km were on the motorway?

+152 €/yr

659 €/an

Comparison with a petrol equivalent

How much do you save versus an equivalent petrol vehicle?
MetricBornPetrol median segment C
Annual cost507 €2 116 €
Cost / 100 km3,38 €14,11 €
5-year cost2 537 €10 579 €
5-year savings8 042 €

Cumulative cost over 5 years

Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5

Against its rivals: annual cost

Compare with a rival

  • BMW i3s vs Cupra Born running cost
    BEV · 184 ch · 37.9 kWh438 €/an · −69 € vs Born
  • MINI Cooper SE FWD vs Cupra Born running cost
    BEV · 184 ch · 30.3 kWh
  • MINI Cooper E FWD vs Cupra Born running cost
    BEV · 184 ch · 37.9 kWh

Continue with the Cupra Born

The same car, from other angles.

  • Full spec sheet

    Full spec sheet of the Cupra Born: specs and real cost
    51.5 kWh · 420 km WLTP · 100 kW
  • Motorway

    Simulated motorway trip of the Cupra Born: stops and duration
    Paris → Lyon · 2 stop(s) · 4h44
  • Range

    Range of the Cupra Born by speed and weather
    271 km at 130 km/h · 420 km WLTP
  • Performance

    Performance of the Cupra Born: 0-100 and lap times
    0-100 in 7.2 s · 201 hp

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Cupra Born cost per year in energy?+
The Cupra Born costs approximately 507 €/year in energy over 15 000 km/year (Caralogy estimate).
What is the real consumption of the Cupra Born?+
For the Cupra Born: WLTP combined consumption 15,8 kWh/100 km · electric range 420 km · battery 51,5 kWh. WLTP consumption is a standardised cycle. Real consumption varies with driving mix, driving style and weather. Caralogy weights WLTP data by cycle.
How much does the Cupra Born cost per 100 km?+
The cost per 100 km of the Cupra Born is approximately 3,38 € at selected rates.
Is the Cupra Born economical to run?+
Running costs depend on annual mileage, energy rate and driving mix. Use the simulator above.