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Cupra Born Electric Hatchback 240kW e-Boost VZ First Edition 79kWh 5dr Auto
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Doors | 5 |
Transmission | Auto |
Fuel Type | Electric |
Engine Capacity - CC | 1 |
Trim | VZ First Edition |
Price | £47,165 |
Battery Capacity | 84 |
Engine Power - BHP | 326 |
Acceleration | 5.6 |
Top Speed | 125 mph |
Length | 4324 mm |
Width | 1809 mm |
Height | 1540 mm |
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up) | 385 l |
Minimum Kerbweight | 1924 kg |
Driver Convenience
- 5.3" digital cockpit with 12.9" central display infotainment system
- Augmented reality head up display
- Bluetooth
- Driving profile selection - Range, Comfort, Performance, CUPRA Individual
- Dynamic steering
- e-call service
- Emergency steering support with turn assist
- Forward collision warning with automatic braking
- Lane assist
- Right hand drive vehicle
- Tailgate
- Voice assistant
- Wireless full link smartphone integration
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension
- 11 kW onboard charger
- 185kW DC charging capacity
- Charging cable mode 3, type 2/3 32 A
- Shock absorption in front
- Sports rear shock absorption
- Without charging cable mode2
Entertainment
- 2x USB sockets in front
- 2x USB sockets in rear, charge only
- DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) and AM/FM radio
- Sennheiser premium audio
Exterior Features
- Acoustic windshield
- Auto dimming rear view mirror
- Dark tinted rear windows
- Electric adjustable/heated/folding door mirrors
- Electric panoramic sunroof
- Exterior VZ lettering
- Full LED headlights
- Grey exterior mirrors
- Heat insulated glass
- LED 3rd brake light
- LED daytime running lights
- LED rear lights
- Premium metallic paint
- Rear side wing doors
- Rear wiper
- Transport protection film
- Variable intermittent wiper
- Welcome home function and adverse weather function
- Windshield wiper with light/rain sensor
Interior Features
- 3 seat bench in 2nd row
- Aluminium pedals
- CUP Bucket seats with power seat adjustment, lumbar support and memory feature
- CUPRA emblem on steering wheel
- Dual zone climatronic air conditioning
- Electric auxiliary air heater
- Heat pump
- Heated front seats
- Heated leather wrapped multi function steering wheel with satellite buttons
- Integrated front head restraints
- Interior smart light
- ISOFIX points in outer rear seats with top tether anchorage points
- Microsuede upholstery
- Rear headrests
- Single front passenger seat
- Sunvisors with illuminated mirror
- Tool kit with tirefit
- Unsplit rear seat bench, split folding backrest, with centre armrest
Packs
- Dynamic pack - Born
- Pilot L pack with remote park assist - Born
- Tech M pack - Born
Passive Safety
- 3 point seatbelts on all rear seats
- Attention and drowsiness assist
- Driver and front passenger airbags with front passenger airbag deactivation, side airbag in front with curtain airbag and front interaction airbag
- Extended safety system with proactive passenger protection system
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
- Visual and acoustic seat belt reminder
Security
- Anti theft alarm system with interior monitoring in cab, backup horn and towing protection
- Anti theft wheel bolts
- Keyless go central locking system
- Manual child locks
- Preparation for alcohol interlock
Service/Warranty
- Warranty - 5 Years/90,000 miles
Wheels
- 20" Thunderstrom machined alloy wheels
- Tyre repair kit
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Electric Vehicle Data
Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty | 70 |
Battery Capacity in kWh | 84 |
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins) | 2220 |
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change | 0-100 |
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW | 2.3 |
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins) | 450 |
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change | 0-100 |
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW | 11 |
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins) | 26 |
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change | 5-80 |
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW | 185 |
Battery Leased | No |
Battery Type | Lithium-ion |
Charging Port Location | Right Side Rear |
Coupler/Connector Type | CCS Type 2 |
Maximum Charging Rate - kW | 185 |
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage | 100000 |
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years | 8 |
Usable Battery Capacity | 79 |
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb | 15.7 |
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEH | 17.5 |
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEL | 15.2 |
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb | 4 |
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEH | 3.6 |
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEL | 4.1 |
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb - TEH | 583 |
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb - TEL | 599 |
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb - TEH | 362 |
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb - TEL | 372 |
Emissions - ICE
Engine and Drive Train
Engine capacity (cc) | 1 |
Gears | 1 SPEED |
Transmission | AUTO |
General
Generation Mark | 1 |
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07 | 35E |
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years | 12 |
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years | 3 |
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection % | 93 |
NCAP Child Occupant Protection % | 89 |
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09 | 5 |
NCAP Pedestrian Protection % | 73 |
NCAP Safety Assist % | 80 |
Service Interval Frequency - Months | 24 |
Service Interval Mileage | 18600 |
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage | 90000 |
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years | 5 |
Vehicle Homologation Class | M1 |
Performance
0 to 62 mph (secs) | 5.6 |
Engine Power - BHP | 326 |
Engine Power - RPM | 5300 |
Engine Torque - NM | 545 |
Top Speed | 125 mph |
Test Cycles
RDE Certification Level | N/A |
Tyres
Space Saver? | No |
Tyre Size Front | 215/45 R20 |
Tyre Size Rear | 215/45 R20 |
Tyre Size Spare | TYRE REPAIR KIT |
Wheel Style | THUNDERSTORM |
Wheel Type | 20" ALLOY |
Vehicle Dimensions
Height | 1540 mm |
Length | 4324 mm |
Wheelbase | 2766 mm |
Width | 1809 mm |
Weight and Capacities
Gross Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg |
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up) | 385 l |
Max. Loading Weight | 431 kg |
Minimum Kerbweight | 1924 kg |
No. of Seats | 5 |
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