Full review of the 2023 Cupra Born in 170kW 77kWh e-Boost trim, including performance, handling, ride quality, interior, technology and boot space.

The Cupra Born is a new small electric hatchback that is rear-wheel drive. It is available only with a 170kW (228 hp) / 310Nm single motor in Australia and a 77kWh usable battery pack for 511km claimed range WLTP.

The Born will compete with other entry-premium EVs like the Tesla Model 3 and Polestar 2, plus the forthcoming Volkswagen ID3. It is priced from $59,990 before on-road costs and before EV incentives.

Time codes:
0:00 - Cupra Born road test
0:19 - In this video
0:48 - Budget Direct
0:54 - Price and models
1:09 - EV incentives
1:25 - Overseas range
1:35 - Specs
1:45 - Interior package
1:55 - Dinamica seats
2:10 - Beats stereo
2:22 - 12-inch touchscreen
2:35 - Connectivity problems
3:05 - Steering wheel
3:20 - Drive modes
3:32 - Storage
3:43 - Build quality
4:06 - Back seat space
4:35 - No glass roof
4:53 - Five or four seats
5:18 - Future AWD model?
5:30 - Material quality
5:56 - Size and dimensions
6:07 - No frunk
6:20 - Styling
6:34 - Rear light bar
6:47 - 385 litre boot space
7:13 - No spare wheel or tyre
7:23 - Annual servicing pricing
7:41 - Efficiency and range
8:11 - Warranty
8:18 - Australian road test
8:45 - Balanced driving dynamics
9:15 - Reminds of a RWD 1 Series
9:30 - Level of performance
10:17 - More power in future?
10:34 - Country roads
10:57 - Oversteer in ESC Sport
11:10 - More grip with performance pack
11:20 - Base model is more fun
11:50 - Cupra Born vs Tesla
12:13 - A driver’s EV with range
12:45 - Regen braking
13:06 - Ride quality
13:30 - 19” vs 20” wheels
13:53 - Adaptive safety technology
14:06 - Verdict

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