Cupra Born review (2025): Better than the VW ID.3?!

[@TotallyEV]

Find the best Cupra Born deals: locally.link/cHPE Read the Cupra Born review on our website: totallyev.net/cupra-born-review-better-than-the-vw-id-3/ Review of the VW ID.3's audio system: totallyev.net/volkswagen-id-3-audio-review/ Video timestamps: Price: 00:00 Performance: 00:29 Range & charging: 02:33 Cabin noise & audio: 04:45 Interior tech & features: 05:24 Storage space: 07:52 Comfort: 09:33 Exterior design: 11:37 Visibility & safety: 12:31 Verdict: 13:41

[@philax9497]

Good review as usual. I have ordered a cupra born with e-boost and vapor Grey colour, only added the beats soundsystem. You actually get alot of extras with the e-boost here in Sweden and the heat pump is standard. I fell in love with the car after my first test drive even more than the polestar that was my second choice. And that wasn't even the e-boost model. Unfortunately I have to wait until January maybe December if I'm lucky to get it.

[@TotallyEV]

Thank you, glad you liked the review and congratulations on the new purchase! It'll surely be worth the wait :)

[@philax9497]

Yes it is my first ev so Im really happy. I think this car is the most bang for the buck and still really fun. My old car before this is a beat up old Peugeot 208 it has served me well but now I want some fun!

[@TotallyEV]

Indeed, good looks and decent amount of torque!

[@barrydoherty636]

Great video, well done.

[@TotallyEV]

Thank you!

[@bim8498]

I hope that the Volkswagen group listens to the criticisms and brings back a lot of physical controls for the next generation of electric vehicles.

[@TotallyEV]

Seriously can't see that happening, but you never know!

[@every-go6901]

That's the sad thing, because it looks more futuristic without buttons they remove them all.

[@NickBouwhuis]

Why is there 2024 in the title while the video was released in 2022?

[@TotallyEV]

As it's still relevant to prospective buyers.

[@dcbel]

Really nice and complete review! This model is really interesting. Thank you for sharing! 🔌⚡🚘

[@TotallyEV]

Thank you, glad you liked the review!

[@Alberto-mq7gw]

Compared to the ID.3 it's very close, but looks a bit better outside, looks a bit better inside, drives a bit better and, like for like, it's a bit cheaper while more exclusive. If Cupra can ramp up the production soon it'll sell quite a few of them.

[@TotallyEV]

Agreed!

[@TotallyEV]

@Colin Gregson which one exactly?

[@DanielR.122]

This is the best looking affordable EV exists yet with Fair tech inside. Wanna buy this

[@TotallyEV]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ianwolves007]

@7.11 HUD standard spec on V2 and V3

[@TotallyEV]

That's right but not in the V1 - by 'as standard', we mean from the base level upwards :)

[@barrydoherty636]

Can the cobra receive over the air updates?

[@TotallyEV]

Presume you mean the Cupra? It should do, yes

[@RamsayandClements]

Would the AR function on the HUD work with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto? Wether it be simple functionality or the whole hog of the display directions.

[@TotallyEV]

Good question! It integrates the whole shebang, including turn-based AR data :)

[@The-Salty-Bager]

There is no AWD ID3 in the uk

[@TotallyEV]

Good point, was announced and confirmed back in Q3-Q4 2021!

[@sahar_services]

@@TotallyEV Can you provide a link? I"m very closely in touch with VW Corporation and from what I know, not even they have decided if there will be an ID3 All Wheele Drive or not.

[@TotallyEV]

Would suggest a Google :)!

[@jobbie4997]

Looks very good but a case of form over function sadly. Thanks for this review.

[@TotallyEV]

Pleasure, glad you liked the review! Thanks for sharing your thoughts too :)

[@tesla-spectre]

I checked the cupra out on the e salon here in Prague in early 2022 and was totally disappointed:all the tech flaws that the ID family has, weird cockpit design, and very very cheap feeling of all the interior materials except for the seats. Looks are much better than ID3 but that is not really difficult 😂, no frunk, pretty hefty consumption, no backseat audio... overall I was really disappointed by the cheap feel inside. Also has no punch and real power. Wayyyyy behind the Kia EV6

[@TotallyEV]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, agreed on the interior tech - wish it was different.

[@lp3860]

Kia costs 15k more in Northern Europe than the Cupra. That's like comparing a Golf to an E-Class and then wondering why they are different. "The cheap plastics" comment strikes me as a weird one. Especially coming from someone who has "Tesla" on their handle. Talk about cheap. Cupra quiet at high speeds, just like an ID3, and that "'hefty consumption" is only an issue in the winters here. It's very middle of the pack consumption wise. Don't know about ID3's infotainment and how the updates have changed it, but as of right now I found no issues with the Cupra. Everything was working fine. Hard to find a better EV hatch at that price, IMO.

[@TotallyEV]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Prices do indeed fluctuate, let alone have discrepancies in various markets!

[@fidelcatsro6948]

''Cupra Born'' ?? what a name to choose!

[@TotallyEV]

First born - sounds like something from Game of Thrones 😅

[@TotallyEV]

@Colin Gregson how so?

[@TotallyEV]

@Colin Gregson lol, okay - have you tried the Cupra?

[@danielm.2118]

When you Watch the born 2024 Review in 2024, But the Video was uploaded 2 years ago?

[@TotallyEV]

Still relevant to today's spec and cars.

[@buzzofftoxicblog791]

Still like our BMW i3S 42kw and our deal with BMW less to pay ! Brilliant little fun efficant car with a small frounk and 1 pedal driving.

[@TotallyEV]

Indeed, brilliant EV if you can get it on a good deal 🙌

[@tesla-spectre]

I see a lot of them here in Prague, second most common EV here next to Model 3 I think. Love it, cool design and EV special, not just a battery propped into a standard ICE. I went for Model 3 LR because I need more range (did so far 11500km in 4 months) but totally love the I3

[@itechtalk03]

Looks far better than the ID.3 from the front.

[@TotallyEV]

Agreed 🙌

[@minniesaab7255]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@talkandplay]

Great review,very detailed.After watching it, decided it is not for me.

[@TotallyEV]

Glad you liked the review! What made you dislike the Cupra?

[@stephendavies9316]

Nice car and looks stylish, but think the Renault megane e tech is better.

[@TotallyEV]

How so?

[@talkandplay]

Yes the non UK Megane e-tech is better..

[@TotallyEV]

In what way?

[@SigmaJAD]

Just bought one. Wouldn't say steroids. Would say attitude

[@TotallyEV]

That too! Which trim did you go for?