Global EV Comparison: Cupra Born 58 kWh vs Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Cupra Born 58 kWh (2021-2024) for as low as €23870, while the Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition (2019-2021) begins at €17770.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Cupra Born 58 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2019-2021 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €23870 | €17770 |
| GCC Score | 5.4 | 5.7 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition (2019-2021) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | Cupra Born 58 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 427 km | 424 km |
| Range (GCC) | 343 km | 365 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 62 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 58 kWh | 58 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.91 km/kWh | 6.29 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Cupra Born 58 kWh (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 120 kW, while the Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition (2019-2021) maxes out at 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Cupra Born 58 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.7 | 5.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
With equal motor power, both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time.
| Property | Cupra Born 58 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Cupra Born 58 kWh (2021-2024) and Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition (2019-2021) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Cupra Born 58 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4322 mm | 4261 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2070 mm | 2070 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1809 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1540 mm | 1552 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2766 mm | 2765 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models provide equal trunk space and the same total cargo volume when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Cupra Born 58 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1811 kg | 1805 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 385 l | 385 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1267 l | 1267 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.3 | 4.3 |
