Cupra Born

Got another update yesterday- I think for pulse inverter update- OUF3 . A bit surprised as this seems to have been an older update from last year. Didn't notice any change- apparently some cars will experience a jerking motion as part of the calibration process- I didn"t. Not sure what all this means as I thought I was up to date on software with 3.2??

Per AUTOCAR a few days ago the best EV for 2024 is the Cupra Born👍️

The base model is only a few K over half that figure. Suppose it shouldn't be a surprise really that it's that high of a cost. It's definitely niche.

Surprised if they sell a single unit at 64k.

I've impressed people with the acceleration from my 204bhp born it's a step above nearly all ICE except performance models. The vz is about 1.5 seconds faster to 100kmph, a huge premium being asked.

Nice styling on the vz though it must be said.

Got the front tyres replaced early under the care plan, on the Goodyear EfficientGrip now. Interestingly I was told I could get whatever tyre I wanted provided the price was similar, it doesn't have to be a factory tyre. Unfortunately there's not much choice at 215/45/20 so anything decent was too expensive. Go figure!

Overheard one of the lads on the phone, local dealer gets CarPro cleaning supplies from Reflect Autocare. I buy my details products from them as they're near my work. Nice to know they're not using bog standard AutoGlym rubbish. In saying that they're still likely using a deck brush and dirty old rag to clean it, but still...

New passenger door speaker and driver door window switch on the way. No sign of the buggy climate software being fixed though, zero chance of them being able to replicate that.

Hi, collecting the Born this week.
Home charger won't be ready probably in the first few weeks, any recommendations for charging the car in Naas area?
Plus I've seen on Cupra's site they partner with Ohme, any particular reason I should definitely have Ohme installed and not some other charger? Plus aiming for untethered one.

~Thanks

Get whatever is the cheapest charger, they're all essentially just glorified plug sockets anyway. You'll probably see bad reviews for the EO Mini app but it's absolutely fine. Can set what time you want charging and solar charging. Can export energy consumption on a monthly basis for quick tracking. Haven't had any issues with it, does what I need. You can also download Tronity to monitor car stats for charging, consumption, mileage etc to see monthly costs.

Also unless I'm missing something, you'll have to reverse into the chargers at Ionity. They don't reach the back of the car, and stupidly enough they're angled drive in spaces!

Cable will come with the car

Ridiculous name

Plus I would need the extension for commando socket?

Not many would have heard of Cortina in 1962 either. It's just a name.

(born is Catalan for jousting field)

I really liked the name when buying the car

It's as good as Touareg (VW), Zonda (Pagani), Nevera (Rimac), Stelvio (AR) etc.

much better than the dull idk. "5 series"

Still toying with buying one of these, the grey color IMO is very nice. Thoughts on this one?

https://www.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/cupra-born-born-58kwh-204hp-high-spec/37302256

A friend of mine has his eye on a Born with the panoramic roof. Anyone here with one (or without, as the case may be) that has an opinion either way? I'm a fan of the conventional sunroof but I'm not sure I would hand out the cash fro one of these when it doesn't open.

Also, is the grey the same shade as on the Formentor?

As far as I know in the UK for new orders Firestorm wheels were forcing the DCC option but that has been resolved. I don't believe DCC has been included with any wheel or tech/pilot packs in the past.

Should be pretty easy for the dealer to check though, the individual drive mode will have options for suspension stiffness.