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Cupra Born VZ: real running cost

Annual running cost and consumption - customisable simulation.

compact · 2022 · 15,000 km/an

Result

495 €
Annual cost
15,000 km/yr
Cost / 100 km
3.30 €
home rate
Savings vs ICE
−1,621 €/an
vs segment median
5-year cost
2,473 €
energy only

Your usage profile

Annual mileage

Driving mix

Charging rate

Summary

Running cost of the Cupra Born VZ

Over 15 000 km/year, the Cupra Born VZ costs 495 €/year in energy (3,30 €/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 1 621 €/year. This saving grows with mileage.

What if you changed profile?

What if you drove 25,000 km/year?

+330 €/yr

824 €/an

What if the rate rose to 0.35 €/kWh?

+371 €/yr

865 €/an

What if you drove 100% in town?

-125 €/yr

370 €/an

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

+148 €/yr

643 €/an

Comparison with a petrol equivalent

How much do you save versus an equivalent petrol vehicle?
MetricBorn VZPetrol median segment C
Annual cost495 €2 116 €
Cost / 100 km3,30 €14,11 €
5-year cost2 473 €10 579 €
5-year savings8 106 €

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 VZ running cost
    BEV · 184 ch · 37.9 kWh438 €/an · −56 € vs Born VZ
  • MINI Cooper SE FWD vs Cupra Born VZ running cost
    BEV · 184 ch · 30.3 kWh
  • MINI Cooper E FWD vs Cupra Born VZ running cost
    BEV · 184 ch · 37.9 kWh

Continue with the Cupra Born VZ

The same car, from other angles.

  • Full spec sheet

    Full spec sheet of the Cupra Born VZ: specs and real cost
    69.0 kWh · 560 km WLTP · 135 kW
  • Motorway

    Simulated motorway trip of the Cupra Born VZ: stops and duration
    Paris → Lyon · 1 stop(s) · 4h27
  • Range

    Range of the Cupra Born VZ by speed and weather
    373 km at 130 km/h · 560 km WLTP
  • Performance

    Performance of the Cupra Born VZ: 0-100 and lap times
    0-100 in 5.7 s · 308 hp

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Cupra Born VZ cost per year in energy?+
The Cupra Born VZ costs approximately 495 €/year in energy over 15 000 km/year (Caralogy estimate).
What is the real consumption of the Cupra Born VZ?+
For the Cupra Born VZ: WLTP combined consumption 15,4 kWh/100 km · electric range 560 km · battery 69,0 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 VZ cost per 100 km?+
The cost per 100 km of the Cupra Born VZ is approximately 3,30 € at selected rates.
Is the Cupra Born VZ economical to run?+
Running costs depend on annual mileage, energy rate and driving mix. Use the simulator above.