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BMW iX2 vs CUPRA Formentor comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 390 HP), boot space and price (43,700 £ vs 35,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX2 or CUPRA Formentor?

BMW iX2 vs CUPRA Formentor: Key differences

BMW iX2

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more electric range
  • moderately more trunk space
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CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly 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

iX2

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 visibly cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the BMW iX2 costs 43,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,963 £.

As for electric range, the BMW iX2 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 512 km, about 386 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

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 CUPRA Formentor offers moderately more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the BMW iX2 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX2 delivers very slightly more torque with 494 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 14 Nm more.

iX2

Space and Everyday Use:

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 markedly lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,960 kg. The difference is around 526 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX2 offers moderately more boot space – 525 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries very slightly more – 526 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX2 leads convincingly 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.

from £43,700
iX2

BMW iX2

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 313 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.4 - 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 476 - 512 km
BMW iX2
CUPRA Formentor

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW iX2

The BMW iX2 cuts a sporty silhouette and delivers the buttoned-up premium feel you expect from the brand, wrapped in a compact electric package that’s easy to live with. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want engaging city driving, clever cabin tech and a touch of eco-conscious flair without giving up the fun behind the wheel.

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CUPRA Formentor

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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BMW iX2
CUPRA Formentor

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,700 - 55,600 £
Price
35,800 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
476 - 512 km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
32 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,960 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
500 - 510 kg
Payload
439 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
CUPRA
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