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CUPRA Formentor vs Genesis G70 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (390 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (35200 £ vs 38600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Genesis G70?

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Genesis G70

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

Formentor

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 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35200 £ , while the Genesis G70 costs 38600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3313 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 5.10 L per 100 km.

G70

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 CUPRA Formentor has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 390 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 145 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Genesis G70 takes 6.10 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Genesis G70 tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Formentor pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 480 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

Formentor

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 distinct lighter – 1434 kg compared to 1727 kg. The difference is around 293 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers clearly perceptible more room – 450 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor to a small extent takes the win – 526 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Formentor sits 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.

CUPRA Formentor
Genesis G70

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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
  • Electric Range : 117 - 126 km

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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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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Genesis G70

The Genesis G70 blends sleek, low-slung styling with a cabin that feels more bespoke than bargain-bin, delivering driver-focused dynamics that make long runs and twisty roads equally entertaining. With premium materials, thoughtful tech and a value proposition that nudges past its German rivals, it’s the kind of compact executive that feels serious but doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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CUPRA Formentor
Genesis G70

Costs and Consumption

Price
35200 - 62500 £
Price
38600 - 44500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 229 g/km
co2
170 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
Curb weight
1727 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
330 L
Length
4451 mm
Length
4685 mm
Width
1839 - 1852 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Height
1400 mm
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
413 - 452 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2026
Model Year
2021 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Genesis
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Formentor?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.