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James Wong
Cupra Born VZ arrives in Australia – with a catch
The 245kW Cupra Born VZ electric hot hatch has finally arrived in Australia, but only as a one-off unit that has already been sold to a keen customer.
14 Days Ago
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James Wong
Cupra Born: Sporty EV pushed back for Australia... again
Aussies waiting for the Cupra Born's rebirth will have to wait even longer, with the Spanish brand unclear on when the EV hatch will return.
23 Days Ago
Derek Fung
2027 Cupra Born facelift unveiled with physical buttons, more aggressive design
The Cupra Born's design has been brought into line with the rest of the brand, and many of the interior of the interior bugbears removed.
1 Month Ago
James Wong
2027 Cupra Born EV facelift teased ahead of March reveal
The refreshed Cupra Born is being unveiled in Europe next week, which could mean another delay for its re-introduction to Australia.
1 Month Ago
William Stopford
Cupra Born recalled for fire risk
Cupra is recalling three examples of its electric Born hatchback for overheating cell modules in its battery that could spark a vehicle fire.
3 Months Ago
James Wong
Cupra Born VZ: EV hot hatch coming early 2026, more affordable options could follow
Cupra's hot RWD EV hatchback has been delayed (again) to early next year. The return of cheaper models is being planned too.
8 Months Ago
Derek Fung
Volkswagen Group's first Australian EV hatch says adios for now
The Cupra Born electric hatch is no longer available in Australia, but it may return in the not-too-distant future.
10 Months Ago
Josh Nevett
Why Cupra isn't worried about cheap Chinese EVs
Cupra has dismissed same-same electric vehicles from Chinese brands, arguing its more expensive Tavascan is worth the premium.
1 Year Ago
Josh Nevett
Cupra won't follow Tesla, Ford by cutting EV prices
Cupra Australia is aiming to price its new electric vehicles correctly at launch in order to avoid having to cut prices later and affect resale values.
1 Year Ago
Josh Nevett
2025 Cupra Born VZ: EV hot hatch delayed for Australia
Cupra Australia has pushed back the launch of the flagship Born VZ by several months, although it's still set to land this year.
1 Year Ago
Josh Nevett
Which EVs offer the longest range for your money in Australia?
Driving range and pricing are key issues in the EV landscape – here are the vehicles that best marry range and affordability.
1 Year Ago
Josh Nevett
The 10 cheapest EVs in Australia
The electric vehicle market has been rocked by an influx of new models and price wars. These are the 10 cheapest EVs in Australian showrooms.
1 Year Ago
Max Davies
Cupra Born deal brings savings of nearly $20,000
Cupra's smallest car in Australia is the headline act of its latest sales campaign, with massive savings available nationwide.
1 Year Ago
James Wong
Every new Cupra launching in Australia in 2025
Sporty Spanish carmaker Cupra has an onslaught of new cars coming to Australia next year – here's everything you need to know.
1 Year Ago
Josh Nevett
2025 Cupra Born VZ: Launch timing firms for 240kW electric hot hatch
Cupra Australia has provided an update on launch timing for the flagship Born VZ electric hatch, which is set to arrive next year.
2 Years Ago
Jordan Mulach
2024 Cupra Born price and specs
The Cupra Born is unchanged for 2024, remaining at its Australian launch price of $59,990 before on-road costs.
2 Years Ago
