Compare performance (272 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (38200 £ vs 35200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q3 or CUPRA Formentor?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
CUPRA Formentor has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35200 £ , while the Audi Q3 costs 38200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2987 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Audi Q3 with 1.70 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Formentor performs slight better – achieving up to 126 km, about 7 km more than the Audi Q3.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Formentor has a to a small extent edge – offering 333 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Audi Q3 takes 5.70 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Audi Q3 tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Formentor pulls barely noticeable stronger with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is a bit lighter – 1434 kg compared to 1635 kg. The difference is around 201 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi Q3 offers slight more room – 488 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.
In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor performs barely noticeable better – up to 1505 L, which is about 119 L more than the Audi Q3.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q3 minimal takes the win – 535 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.
Overall, the CUPRA Formentor shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Audi Q3 feels like a grown-up compact SUV with premium polish and city-friendly agility, the sort of car that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally satisfying. Inside, you get quality materials and smart packaging that keep things practical without skimping on style, so it’s an easy pick for buyers who want luxury without the drama.
detailsWith coupe-like lines and a muscular stance the Cupra Formentor blends sporty drama with everyday sense, so it looks like it’s in motion even at a standstill. Inside and out it’s tuned for drivers who want engaging handling and a grown-up cabin — practical enough for daily life, playful enough to make the commute feel like a short track session.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
38200 - 52900 £
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Price
35200 - 55000 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
118 - 119 km
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Electric Range
117 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
39 - 195 g/km
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co2
32 - 199 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1635 - 1900 kg
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Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
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Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
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Length
4531 mm
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Length
4451 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Width
1839 mm
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Height
1559 - 1601 mm
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Height
1511 - 1537 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1196 - 1386 L
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Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
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Payload
505 - 535 kg
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Payload
458 - 526 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 272 HP
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Power HP
150 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
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Max Speed
208 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 200 kW
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Power kW
110 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
CUPRA
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The Audi Q3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.