Compare performance (530 HP vs 390 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 35,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Touring or CUPRA Formentor?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
The BMW 3 Series Touring wears its long-roof lineage like a tailored suit, low-slung and quietly confident. The CUPRA Formentor counters with coupe-SUV swagger, all sharp creases and attitude, the sort of shape that turns heads at the school run. One whispers premium understatement; the other shouts athletic flair. Both nail desirability, just with very different accents.
On a winding road, the 3 Series Touring is fluid and precise, the kind of car that eggs you on without ever getting flustered. The Formentor feels eager and playful, sitting higher but keen to pivot into corners with a hot-hatch spark. The BMW majors on balance and composure, the Cupra on cheeky enthusiasm. Either way, your commute suddenly feels like the scenic route.
Inside, the 3 Series Touring exudes a grown-up polish, with materials and ergonomics that feel considered and calmly premium. The Formentor leans into sportiness, with bold detailing and a cockpit that looks straight out of a design studio. BMW’s interface feels cohesive and confidence-inspiring on the move, while CUPRA’s large-screen, touch-forward setup looks dramatic and rewards a brief acclimatization. Both are modern and connected; one prioritizes serenity, the other sensation.
The 3 Series Touring plays the wagon card perfectly, with a low loading lip and a long, square bay that makes weekends away feel easy. The Formentor fights back with a family-friendly seating position, simple child-seat access, and a practical shape that takes everyday clutter in stride. The BMW feels made for long-haul luggage Tetris, the CUPRA for urban versatility and quick turnarounds. Either way, strollers, crates, and flat-packs won’t stand a chance.
At speed, the 3 Series Touring settles into a refined rhythm, with a hushed cabin and suspension that smooths life’s rough edges. The Formentor brings a touch more tautness by design, lending an alert, connected feel that shines on good tarmac. Wheel and trim choices can tilt both cars toward plush or punchy, but their characters remain distinct. Pick your flavor: silk-glove calm or athletic tension.
The Formentor charms with bold styling and an attractive equipment story, delivering that performance vibe without the boardroom price tag. The 3 Series Touring leans on brand polish, long-distance ease, and a reputation that pays back in day-to-day satisfaction. Both offer compelling ownership arguments, from stylish commutes to family duty and everything between. Keep reading to see which one clinches the title, as the DriveDuel Champion is revealed next.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
CUPRA Formentor is moderately cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,306 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW 3 Series Touring with 2.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Formentor offers visibly more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 29 km more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.
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 3 Series Touring offers visibly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 390 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the CUPRA Formentor takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Touring delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is a bit lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,650 kg. The difference is around 216 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers very slightly more boot space – 500 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries very slightly more – 526 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.
The CUPRA Formentor is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.
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The CUPRA Formentor blends sporty driving dynamics with crossover practicality, delivering sharp handling and an engaging character that makes it fun on twisty roads as well as in daily driving. Inside, it pairs a driver-focused cabin and premium materials with clever practicality, offering a confident, distinctive alternative to conventional SUVs.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41,100 - 93,300 £
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Price
35,800 - 62,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
91 - 97 km
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Electric Range
117 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
57 - 233 g/km
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co2
32 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,650 - 2,025 kg
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Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
430 - 520 kg
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Payload
439 - 526 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
150 - 390 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
250 - 480 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
110 - 287 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
CUPRA
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Deutschland
France
Nederland
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Danmark
Suomi
Italia
Polska
Česko
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