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CUPRA Formentor vs Lexus NX comparison

Compare performance (390 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (35,200 £ vs 46,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Lexus NX?

CUPRA Formentor vs Lexus NX: Key differences

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Lexus NX

4.8 (12 Reviews)
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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

Formentor

Costs and Efficiency:

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

CUPRA Formentor is visibly cheaper – starting at 35,200 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,787 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor uses 1.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus NX with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Formentor offers substantially more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 54 km more than the Lexus NX.

NX

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 offers visibly more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 98 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 Lexus NX takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

Formentor

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is markedly lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 371 kg.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries only slightly more – 526 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 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.

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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
CUPRA Formentor
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Lexus NX

The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.

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CUPRA Formentor
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,200 - 62,500 £
Price
46,000 - 64,300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
72 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 229 g/km
co2
65 - 134 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
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
475 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Lexus
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