BMW 2 Series vs CUPRA Formentor – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Costs and Efficiency: Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

CUPRA Formentor has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35200 £, while the BMW 2 Series costs 39200 £. That’s a price difference of around 3930 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor manages with 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.90 L. The difference is about 4.50 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance: Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series has a noticeable edge – offering 530 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the CUPRA Formentor takes 4.80 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series performs a bit better – reaching 302 km/h, while the CUPRA Formentor tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 52 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 650 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: CUPRA Formentor offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, the CUPRA Formentor is slight lighter – 1434 kg compared to 1560 kg. The difference is around 126 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers to a small extent more room – 450 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor noticeable takes the win – 526 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 kg.

All in all, the CUPRA Formentor shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.