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Cupra Raval vs Nissan Micra
Selected trimEngage 40kWhChange trim196 mi · 40 kWh · £22,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Cupra Raval leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the Nissan Micra leads on value for money, family practicality and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Cupra Raval if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Nissan Micra if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Cupra Raval leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueNissan
Cupra
5.2
Nissan
6.2
Motorway RangeCupra
Cupra
4.2
Nissan
3.6
FamilyNissan
Cupra
5.1
Nissan
6.1
ChargingCupra
Cupra
6.3
Nissan
4.2
Cost Per MileCupra
Cupra
7.7
Nissan
6.9
City DrivingNissan
Cupra
8
Nissan
8.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £26,995 | £22,995 (better) |
| Official range | 204 miles (better) | 196 miles |
| Boot space | 441 L (better) | 326 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 23 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Cupra Raval
Nissan Micra
Length
Cupra Raval4,046mm-38mm
Nissan Micra4,084mm
Width
Cupra Raval1,784mm
Nissan Micra1,780mm-4mm
Height
Cupra Raval1,514mm-16mm
Nissan Micra1,530mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,046 mm | 4,084 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,784 mm | 1,780 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,000 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,514 mm | 1,530 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 616 mm spare | 620 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 441 L (better) | 326 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 500 kg (better) | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Cupra Raval
- 3rd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 441 L.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
Nissan Micra
- Uses 143 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cupra Raval V1 37kWh |  Nissan Micra Engage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.05m | 4.08m+38mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.78m-4mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.00m | Not available |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.53m+16mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.58m-19mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 441L (better) | 326L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,589kg | 1,400kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 500kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 38.5kWh | 40kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 204 mi (better) | 196 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 88kW (better) | 80kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £26,995 | £22,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £25,495 (-£1,500) | £21,495 (-£1,500) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
* Cupra Raval: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 204 miles (better) | 196 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 139 miles (better) | 137 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 23 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 88 kW (better) | 80 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 138 Wh/km (better) | 143 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 37 kWh | 40 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 9 sec (better) |
| Power | 99 kW (better) | 90 kW |
| Torque | 264 Nm (better) | 225 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Cupra Raval
V1 37kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Nissan Micra
Engage 40kWh
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - Nissan Micra Engage 40kWh
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Buying options
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Cupra Raval
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Nissan Micra
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Cupra Raval worth the extra £4,000 over the Nissan Micra?
The Cupra Raval costs £4,000 more than the Nissan Micra. For that premium it adds 115 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Cupra Raval comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Cupra Raval or the Nissan Micra?
The Nissan Micra is £4,000 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Nissan Micra comes out roughly £3,960 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Cupra Raval and Nissan Micra like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 139 miles for the Cupra Raval and 137 miles for the Nissan Micra - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 23-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cupra Raval or the Nissan Micra?
The two are within 4 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 620 mm of total clearance for the Nissan Micra and about 616 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Raval. The Nissan Micra also turns in a 0.7 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Cupra Raval or the Nissan Micra?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Cupra Raval and 90% for the Nissan Micra. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .