NEW 2025 CUPRA BORN VZ

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Jasper from Buckle Up reviews the 2025 Cupra Born VZ, positioning it as the most engaging and stylish EV on the VW Group's MEB platform. He praises its purposeful and aggressive styling, particularly the VZ trim's exclusive Dark Forest matte green paint. The interior receives commendation for its sporty design, quality materials like Alcantara and contrast stitching, and comfortable, supportive seats, though the capacitive/haptic steering wheel buttons are noted as a dislike. The VZ trim boasts 326 PS and 545 Nm of torque, delivering brisk acceleration (0-62 mph in 5.6 seconds) and a genuinely fun, rear-wheel-drive driving experience with excellent road-holding and positive turn-in, surpassing other MEB platform vehicles in driver engagement. However, this performance comes at the cost of efficiency; real-world range is estimated at 220-230 miles from the 79 kWh battery, significantly less than the 349-mile WLTP claim. The reviewer highlights the excellent integrated augmented reality head-up display and navigation as standout tech features. Despite the efficiency concerns and the optional heat pump, Jasper concludes the Cupra Born VZ is the best-styled and best-driving EV from VW Group on this platform, offering a hearty recommendation for its sporty character and overall package.