CUPRA Born enters production – CUPRA’s first 100% electric car

[Syphon]

CUPRA has begun series production of its first 100% electric car, the CUPRA Born, at the Zwickau plant in Germany.



CEO Wayne Griffiths and the company’s Board Members visited Europe’s largest electric vehicle plant to mark the start of production of the new model. They were welcomed by Stefan Loth, Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Saxony and former head of the Martorell plant.



CUPRA Born production line



Production of the CUPRA Born marks the start of a new era for the brand, which at the 2021 Munich International Motor Show (IAA) announced an electric offensive with the ambition to become a fully electric brand by 2030.



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[jcbmally]

It's going to be interesting to see the "real" price point of this, plus the subscription lease will be something I'd consider.

 

[Mtailor]

carefully watching. i am so interested in this car. Have had my eyes on it for some time.

 

[East Yorkshire Retrofits]

Looking forward to parts catalogue being released for this.. some parts that would look good on the Mk4 Leon/Formentor

 

[Chester]

Yep, this will be a serious contender for my next car. Let's see...

 

[East Yorkshire Retrofits]

Parts diagrams went live today, door handles ordered. Fingers crossed they haven't been too creative design wise

Technology wise it's looking like it'll shape up to be fantastic!