CUPRA Born vs Peugeot e-308
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Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
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Price Breakdown
The CUPRA Born starts from $59,990 before on-road costs, while the Peugeot e-308 opens at $67,990. That makes the CUPRA Born the more affordable entry point by $8,000.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $65,989 and $74,789 respectively.
Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Charging Times
How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.
How long to charge
77kWh usableAC charging · to 100%
Power point
10A wall socket · 2.4kW
Caravan socket
15A · 3.6kW
Home wallbox
single-phase 7kW · 7.4kW
Three-phase AC
11–22kW · 11kW
DC fast charging · to 80%
Public DC
50kW charger · 0–80%
Ultra-rapid DC
up to 170kW · 0–80%
Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (11kW AC, 170kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.
How long to charge
51kWh usableAC charging · to 100%
Power point
10A wall socket · 2.4kW
Caravan socket
15A · 3.6kW
Home wallbox
single-phase 7kW · 7.4kW
Three-phase AC
11–22kW · 11kW
DC fast charging · to 80%
Public DC
50kW charger · 0–80%
Ultra-rapid DC
up to 100kW · 0–80%
Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (11kW AC, 100kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.
Feature Showdown
The CUPRA Born features a 12-inch touchscreen paired with a 5.3-inch digital dash, while the Peugeot e-308 gets a 10-inch display and 10-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The CUPRA Born stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Peugeot e-308. The Peugeot e-308 counters with Apple CarPlay, head-up display, power tailgate and Focal audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the CUPRA Born gets cloth upholstery while the Peugeot e-308 offers leather.
Drivetrain
The CUPRA Born uses a Electric Motor producing 170kW and 310Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7 seconds.
The Peugeot e-308 responds with a Electric Motor making 115kW and 260Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.8 seconds.
The CUPRA Born has the clear power advantage at 170kW vs 115kW. In the real-world sprint, the CUPRA Born is 2.8s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Battery: 82kWh (CUPRA Born) vs 50kWh (Peugeot e-308), giving WLTP ranges of 511km and 410km. DC fast charging peaks at 170kW (CUPRA Born) vs 100kW (Peugeot e-308).
Space & Comfort
The CUPRA Born measures 4,322mm long on a 2,766mm wheelbase, 43mm shorter than the Peugeot e-308 at 4,365mm (2,675mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the CUPRA Born generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 385L in the CUPRA Born and 434L in the Peugeot e-308, giving the Peugeot e-308 a 49L advantage.
0Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.2m to 10.5m
Based on 10.2m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 10.5m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
True Cost to Own
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (CUPRA Born) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Peugeot e-308). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the CUPRA Born if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, or prefer CUPRA's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Peugeot e-308 if: You need more boot space, or prefer Peugeot's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The CUPRA Born takes 7 of 8 key spec categories and comes in at a lower price. If boot space matters, the Peugeot e-308 has a clear edge. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, CUPRA Born and Peugeot e-308?
The CUPRA Born is the cheapest at $59,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Peugeot e-308 by $8,000.
Which has the longest driving range?
The CUPRA Born has the most range at 511km (WLTP).
Which charges fastest?
The CUPRA Born accepts the highest DC charging at up to 170kW.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — CUPRA Born all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The Peugeot e-308 has the largest boot at 434L.
Which is the most powerful?
The CUPRA Born makes the most power at 170kW. The CUPRA Born is quickest to 100km/h in 7s.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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