The CUPRA BORN VZ e-Boost 79kWh 240kW Auto 5DR is the flagship high-performance variant of CUPRA's all-electric hatchback. Positioned as a genuine electric "hot hatch", the VZ ("Veloz") trim brings substantial upgrades to power, handling, and battery capacity over the standard Born variants.
Engine & Performance Specs Maximum Power: 240 kW (equivalent to 326 bhp / 322 hp) driven through the rear wheels.Maximum Torque: A substantial 545 Nm (402 lb-ft), representing a 75% increase over non-VZ models.Acceleration: Achieves 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) in 5.6 seconds.Top Speed: Electronically limited to 124 mph (200 km/h).
🔋 Battery & Charging:Battery Capacity: Features an upgraded 79 kWh net (84 kWh gross) lithium-ion NMC battery pack.Official Range: Up to 367 to 392 miles (WLTP) depending on exact spec and wheel choices. Real-world range typically sits around 300 to 320 miles.DC Rapid Charging: Supports up to 183 kW–185 kW fast charging, allowing a 10% to 80% top-up in approximately 26 to 29 minutes.AC Home Charging: 11 kW onboard charger takes roughly 8.5 hours for a 0–100% full charge.
🛠️ Chassis & Handling Upgrades:DCC Sport Suspension: Equipped with a wider, lower stance (15mm lower front, 10mm lower rear) and stiffer anti-roll bars for sharper cornering.Braking: Retuned braking architecture providing a firmer, more immediate pedal feel.Regen Paddles: Steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters let the driver adjust between three levels of regenerative braking on the go.
💺 Interior & Technology:Seats: Exclusive Enceladus Grey bucket seats with 12-way electric adjustability, memory, and heating functions come as standard.Infotainment: A larger floating 12.9-inch touchscreen paired with retro-illuminated slider bars for adjusting the cabin temperature and volume at night.Practicality: Retains its standard 5-door hatchback configuration with a 385-litre boot space.
