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BMW X5 vs CUPRA Formentor – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether BMW X5 or CUPRA Formentor fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

CUPRA Formentor has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35200 £, while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £. That’s a price difference of around 41816 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the CUPRA Formentor performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 126 km, about 21 km more than the BMW X5.

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Engine and Performance:

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 BMW X5 has a decisively edge – offering 625 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the CUPRA Formentor takes 4.80 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls convincingly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is clearly lighter – 1434 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 806 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers noticeable more room – 650 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs a bit better – up to 1870 L, which is about 365 L more than the CUPRA Formentor.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 distinct takes the win – 705 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 179 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Formentor shows itself to be has the upper hand 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.

from about £35,200
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CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.8 L
  • Electric Range : 117 - 126 km
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BMW X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
35200 - 55000 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
32 - 199 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Length
4935 - 4948 mm
Length
4451 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1839 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
458 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
Brand
BMW
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CUPRA

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Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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