Compare the Cupra Born vs Skoda Elroq

Stylish electric hatchback, and very good to drive
Carwow’s own expert rating out of 10 - how our reviewers rate this car overall for value, comfort, kit and driving experience
wowscore
8/10
A very sensible design, and brilliantly clever
2026
Family Values Award
Highly Commended
Carwow’s own expert rating out of 10 - how our reviewers rate this car overall for value, comfort, kit and driving experience
wowscore
9/10

AI generated from our expert reviews

The Skoda Elroq offers a larger boot than the Cupra Born. In the rear, both cars will take three adults for short journeys, though shoulder room is a bit tight in the Born. On winding roads, neither car leans too much in the bends. However, the Born's direct steering is much more appealing on a twisty road, whereas twisty roads are not much fun in the Elroq, as its steering feels very remote.

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'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

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V1 140kW 58kWh Auto Electric Automatic

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SE L 150kW 60 63kWh Auto Electric Automatic

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Standard kit

  • Climate control
    Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
  • Cruise control
    Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
  • Heated seats
    Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
  • Navigation
    Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
  • Parking Camera
    A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
  • Parking Sensors
    Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
  • Climate control
    Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
  • Cruise control
    Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
  • Heated seats
    Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
  • Leather seats
    Leather (or leather-look) seat upholstery instead of cloth.
  • Navigation
    Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
  • Parking Camera
    A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
  • Parking Sensors
    Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
  • Touchscreen infotainment
    A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
  • Tow hitch
    A fitted towbar for pulling a trailer, caravan or bike rack.

Key information

Body type Hatchbacks Body type SUVs
Available fuel types Electric Available fuel types Electric
Number of seats 5 Number of seats 5
Boot space, seats up 385 litres (3 suitcases) Boot space, seats up 470 litres (3 suitcases) Best
Boot space, seats down — Boot space, seats down 1,580 litres
External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,336 mm x 1,809 mm x 1,543 mm External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,488 mm x 1,884 mm x ?? mm
Towing capacity — Towing capacity 1,000 kg
First year tax rate £10 First year tax rate £10
Efficiency
Efficiency refers to how far an electric car travels on a given amount of energy, based on official tests. It is measured in miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
4.3 miles / kWh Best
Efficiency
Efficiency refers to how far an electric car travels on a given amount of energy, based on official tests. It is measured in miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
3.9 miles / kWh
Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
300 miles Best
Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
265 miles
Battery size 58 kWh Battery size 63 kWh Best
Drive type Rear wheel drive Drive type Rear wheel drive
Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
Group 25 · average Best
Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
Group 27 · average
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Drivetrain & power

Engine name 140kW 58kWh Auto Engine name 150kW 60 63kWh Auto
Engine size Electric • 190 BHP Engine size Electric • 204 BHP
Body type Hatchbacks Body type SUVs
Fuel type Electric Fuel type Electric
Transmission Automatic Transmission Automatic
Drive type Rear wheel drive Drive type Rear wheel drive
Forward gears 1 Forward gears 1
Acceleration 8.0 s (0-60 mph) Acceleration 8.0 s (0-60 mph)
Battery size 58 kWh Battery size 63 kWh Best
Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
300 miles Best
Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
265 miles

Dimensions & space

Number of seats 5 Number of seats 5
Number of doors 5 Number of doors 5
Boot (seats up) 385 litres Boot (seats up) 470 litres Best
Boot (seats down) — Boot (seats down) 1,580 litres
Length 4,336 mm Length 4,488 mm
Width 1,809 mm Width 1,884 mm
Height 1,543 mm Height —
Wheelbase 2.77 m Wheelbase 2.77 m
Turning circle 10.2 m Turning circle 10.8 m

Full features list

  • Black with Blue
  • 19" Storm machined alloy wheels in Glossy Black with details in Copper
  • 19" Storm machined alloy wheels in Glossy Black with details in Copper including all season tyres
  • 19" Storm machined alloy wheels in Sport Black with all season tyres
  • Bike rack towing hook
  • Heat pump
  • Metallic paint
  • Second physical key
  • Skyline fixed panoramic sunroof
  • Special metallic paint
  • 10.25" digital cockpit with 12.9" central display infotainment system
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Attention and drowsiness assist with driver monitoring
  • Bluetooth
  • Car 2X function
  • Driving profile selection - Range, Comfort, Performance, CUPRA Individual
  • Dynamic road sign display
  • Dynamic steering
  • Emergency steering support with turn assist
  • Forward collision warning with automatic braking
  • Front/rear park distance control
  • Lane assist
  • Lane change system with exit warning system
  • Navigation system one infotainment
  • Power assisted steering
  • Rear traffic alert
  • Rear view camera
  • Right hand drive vehicle
  • Tailgate
  • Traffic sign recognition
  • Voice assistant
  • Wireless charger
  • Wireless full link smartphone integration with mirroring technology
  • e-call service
  • 3 seat bench in 2nd row
  • Aluminium pedals
  • CUPRA emblem on steering wheel
  • Dual zone climatronic air conditioning
  • Electric auxiliary air heater
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated, leather wrapped multifunction steering wheel
  • ISOFIX points in outer rear seats with top tether anchorage points
  • Integrated front head restraints
  • Manual height adjustable front seats
  • Multi-colour ambient interior lighting
  • Rear headrests
  • SEAQUAL Yarn cloth upholstery
  • Single front passenger seat
  • Sunvisors with illuminated mirror
  • Unsplit rear seat bench, split folding backrest, without centre armrest
  • Acoustic windshield
  • Automatic dimming rear view mirror
  • Dark tinted rear windows
  • Electric adjustable/heated/folding door mirrors
  • Full LED headlights with adverse weather function
  • Grey exterior mirrors
  • Heat insulated glass
  • Illuminated door handles
  • LED 3rd brake light
  • LED daytime running lights
  • LED rear combination lamp with ceremony function and integrated Cupra Logo
  • Light assist
  • Rear side wing doors
  • Rear wiper
  • Solid paint
  • Windshield wiper with light/rain sensor
  • Anti theft alarm system with interior monitoring in cab, backup horn and towing protection
  • Anti theft wheel bolts
  • Digital key
  • Electronic immobiliser
  • KESSY Advanced - Keyless start, keyless entry
  • Keyless go central locking system
  • Manual child locks
  • Physical key card for digital key
  • Preparation for alcohol interlock
  • 3 point seatbelts on all rear seats
  • 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
  • Pre crash system
  • Regenerative braking with One pedal drive
  • Tyre pressure monitoring system
  • Visual and acoustic seat belt reminder
  • 2x USB sockets in front
  • 2x USB sockets in rear, charge only
  • 7 infotainment speakers
  • CUPRA eSound
  • DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) and AM/FM radio
  • 105kW DC charging capability
  • 11 kW Onboard charger
  • Charging cable mode 3, type 2/3 32 A
  • Gear ratio 10,213
  • Shock absorption in front
  • Sports rear shock absorption
  • Vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability
  • Without charging cable mode2
  • Warranty - 5 years/90,000 miles
  • 19" Storm machined alloy wheels in Sport Black
  • Tool kit with tirefit
  • 19" Regulus Anthracite alloy wheels
  • 20" Neptune anthracite alloy wheels
  • 20" Vega silver alloy wheels
  • Additional solid paint
  • Boot net partition
  • Electrically retractable towbar
  • Exclusive paint
  • Extended warranty (4 years or 100000 miles)
  • Extended warranty (4 years or 80000 miles)
  • Extended warranty (5 years or 100000 miles)
  • Heat pump
  • Loft design pack - Grey fabric / black artificial leather with green stitching and anthracite glossy decor
  • Metallic paint
  • Pearlescent paint
  • iV Universal charging cable with industrial connector 32A / 230V
  • Automatic dimming door mirrors
  • Black roof rails
  • Black window trims
  • Electric adjustable heated folding door mirrors with boarding spots and welcome logo
  • Frameless auto dimming rear view mirror
  • Heat insulating glass windscreen
  • LED 3rd brake light
  • LED headlights with LED daytime running lights and headlight range control
  • Light and rain sensors
  • Light assistant including coming home and leaving function
  • Manually operated boot
  • Preparation for tow bar
  • Rear LED lights
  • Rear side wing doors
  • Rear spoiler
  • Rear window wiper with washer system and intermittent control
  • Side and rear windows in heat insulating glass
  • Solid paint
  • 12V socket in boot
  • 1x umbrella
  • 2-spoke leather heated multi-function steering wheel with paddles for recuperation level selection
  • 3 rear headrests
  • 3 seat bench in 2nd row
  • Boot lighting
  • Dual zone climate control
  • Folding boot cover
  • Front head restraints
  • Heated front seats
  • Isofix child seat fittings in outer rear seats with top tether
  • Isofix child seat preparation for front passenger seat
  • LED ambient lighting
  • Manual lumbar support for front seats
  • Manually adjustable front seats
  • Single front passenger seat
  • 13" touchscreen display
  • Blind spot detection
  • Bluetooth
  • Digital cockpit
  • Drive mode select
  • Driver alert control
  • Electronic engine sound
  • Emergency steering support with turn assist
  • Front parking sensors
  • Gesture control
  • Lane assist
  • Manual tailgate
  • Power assist steering
  • Predictive adaptive cruise control with traffic jam assist
  • Rear parking sensors
  • Rear view camera
  • Satellite navigation system
  • Skoda Connect remote access and services with charging, air conditioning and smart schedules
  • Speed assist
  • Traffic sign recognition
  • Voice control
  • Washer fluid level indicator
  • Wi-Fi hotspot
  • Wireless smartlink
  • eCall emergency system
  • 3 point rear seatbelts
  • Crew protect assist
  • Driver and front passenger airbag with passenger airbag deactivation
  • ESC (incl. ABS+MSR+ASR+EDS+HBA+DSR+RBS+MKB)
  • Front assist with assisted automatic braking reaction to vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists
  • Front disc brakes
  • Front side airbags with curtain airbags and central interaction airbag
  • Rear drum brakes
  • Three point seatbelt in front, with pretensioner, lap belt pretensioner and height adjustment
  • Two tone horn
  • Tyre pressure monitoring system
  • Visual and acoustic seat belt reminder
  • 45W USB-C ports (charging + data) in front
  • 8 Speakers
  • DAB Digital radio
  • 19" Proteus silver alloy wheels
  • Anti-theft wheel bolts protection
  • Tyre repair kit
  • Anti theft alarm system with interior monitoring, backup horn and towing protection
  • Central locking system with SAFE system
  • Keyless start/stop
  • Manual child locks
  • 165 kW DC charging
  • 6m mode 3 cable (32A)
  • Loft design pack - Elroq

'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.