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CUPRA Formentor vs Ford Puma comparison

Compare performance (390 HP vs 168 HP), boot space and price (35,200 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Ford Puma?

CUPRA Formentor vs Ford Puma: Key differences

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • very slightly lighter

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

Formentor

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Puma is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,327 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor uses 1.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Puma offers significantly more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 291 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 222 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Ford Puma takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Formentor delivers visibly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

Formentor

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, Ford Puma is very slightly lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,434 kg. The difference is around 118 kg.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries slightly more – 526 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Formentor stands well ahead of its rival 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 £35,200
Formentor

CUPRA Formentor

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

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Waldemar
7 Feb 2026, 09:46:20

For me, a mature man, the "civilian" version was enough — an automatic, very well-equipped, with the 150‑hp engine in Magnetic Tech.

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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma is a cheeky compact crossover that blends sporty styling with city-friendly practicality, giving drivers a surprisingly fun and composed ride. With clever storage tricks and a lively personality, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want enjoyment without fuss.

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3 (11 Reviews)
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Marco
29 Jan 2026, 11:36:48

Exceptional car — after a year of use, no problems, only pleasant surprises.

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Dino
23 Dec 2025, 21:51:22

76,000 km in 4 years. Two services carried out. Nothing more.

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Nigga nigga long
13 Dec 2025, 19:32:50

For nigga boys

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Adolf hitler
13 Dec 2025, 19:32:08

Piece of rubbish
Looks gay

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,200 - 62,500 £
Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
32 - 229 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,451 mm
Length
-
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Width
1,805 mm
Height
1,511 - 1,537 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,415 - 1,505 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Ford
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Formentor?

The CUPRA Formentor is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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