CUPRA Born vs Subaru Uncharted
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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.
Price Breakdown
The CUPRA Born starts from $59,990 before on-road costs, while the Subaru Uncharted opens at $59,990. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.
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 $65,989 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.
Feature Showdown
The CUPRA Born features a 12.9-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Subaru Uncharted gets a 14-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Subaru Uncharted counters with wireless charging, heated front seats, power tailgate and V2L that the CUPRA Born does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the CUPRA Born gets leather-appointed upholstery while the Subaru Uncharted offers synthetic 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 Subaru Uncharted responds with a Dual Electric Motor making 252kW, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 5 seconds.
The Subaru Uncharted has the clear power advantage at 252kW vs 170kW. In the real-world sprint, the Subaru Uncharted is 2.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Battery: 82kWh (CUPRA Born) vs 74.7kWh (Subaru Uncharted), giving WLTP ranges of 511km and 522km. DC fast charging peaks at 170kW (CUPRA Born) vs 150kW (Subaru Uncharted).
Space & Comfort
The CUPRA Born measures 4,322mm long on a 2,766mm wheelbase, 213mm shorter than the Subaru Uncharted at 4,535mm (2,750mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the CUPRA Born generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 385L in the CUPRA Born and 403L in the Subaru Uncharted, giving the Subaru Uncharted a 18L advantage.
0Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.2m to 11.0m
Based on 10.2m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 11.0m 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 (Subaru Uncharted). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Subaru Uncharted).
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the CUPRA Born if: You or prefer CUPRA's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Subaru Uncharted if: You prioritise performance, need more boot space, or prefer Subaru's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Subaru Uncharted takes 5 of 8 key spec categories. 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 Subaru Uncharted?
The CUPRA Born is the cheapest at $59,990 before on-road costs.
Which has the longest driving range?
The Subaru Uncharted has the most range at 522km (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 Subaru Uncharted has the largest boot at 403L.
Which is the most powerful?
The Subaru Uncharted makes the most power at 252kW. The Subaru Uncharted is quickest to 100km/h in 5s.
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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