CUPRA BORN VZ REVIEW

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The Cupra Born VZ is presented as a significant upgrade over its predecessor, focusing on enhanced power and torque while retaining its rear-wheel-drive, fun-to-drive hot hatch character. The reviewer highlights the VZ's increased performance, new interior trim, striking wheels, and Matrix LED headlights as key improvements. While praising its driving dynamics, particularly the rear-wheel-drive engagement and direct steering, the reviewer notes its considerable weight (nearly 2000kg) and the somewhat unrefined brake pedal feel due to regenerative braking. The interior is lauded for its comfort and premium feel, though the small digital instrument cluster and haptic steering wheel controls are minor drawbacks. The infotainment system, while improved, still requires a learning curve. Practicality is generally good, with decent boot space and rear legroom, but the lack of rear air vents is a notable omission for a family-oriented vehicle. The VZ boasts a WLTP range of 570km, an improvement over the standard model. Overall, the reviewer is highly impressed, calling it potentially their favorite electric car yet and a true electric hot hatch, though it lacks the quirky character of some rivals like the Abarth 500e.