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BMW 7 Series vs CUPRA Formentor comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 390 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 35,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or CUPRA Formentor?

BMW 7 Series vs CUPRA Formentor: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • markedly more power
  • a bit more trunk space
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CUPRA Formentor

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

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 is considerably cheaper – starting at 35,200 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 67,530 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor uses 1.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 7 Series with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Formentor offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 46 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

Formentor

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 7 Series offers markedly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 390 HP. That’s roughly 181 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the BMW 7 Series takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers noticeably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is considerably lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 821 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers a bit more boot space – 540 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries visibly more – 665 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 139 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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Formentor

CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 390 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 117 - 126 km
BMW 7 Series
CUPRA Formentor

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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CUPRA Formentor

With 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.

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BMW 7 Series
CUPRA Formentor

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
35,200 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
32 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
439 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
CUPRA
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