Global EV Comparison: Cupra Born 59 kWh vs Volkswagen ID.3 Pro
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General Info
The Cupra Born 59 kWh (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €41450. The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €26780 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Cupra Born 59 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany, China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €41450 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €28489 | €26780 |
| GCC Score | 5.5 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Cupra Born 59 kWh (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Cupra Born 59 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 428 km | 428 km |
| Range (GCC) | 346 km | 370 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 63 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 59 kWh | 58 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.1 kWh/100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.86 km/kWh | 6.38 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 7.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Cupra Born 59 kWh (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 165 kW, while the Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) maxes out at 120 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Cupra Born 59 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 165 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.1 | 5.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Cupra Born 59 kWh (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Cupra Born 59 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 170 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 228 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.7 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Cupra Born 59 kWh (2024-…) and Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Cupra Born 59 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4324 mm | 4264 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2070 mm | 2070 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1809 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1540 mm | 1564 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2766 mm | 2770 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 59 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1841 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 | 4.4 |
