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CUPRA Formentor vs Mazda CX-30 – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: CUPRA Formentor meets Mazda CX-30.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda CX-30 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £. That’s a price difference of around 10007 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 4.30 L per 100 km.

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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 CUPRA Formentor has a significantly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda CX-30 tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Formentor pulls decisively stronger with 420 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is slight lighter – 1434 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 21 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers barely noticeable more room – 450 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1505 L, which is about 99 L more than the Mazda CX-30.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor hardly perceptible takes the win – 526 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race?

The CUPRA Formentor proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
CUPRA Formentor is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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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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Mazda CX-30

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The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35200 - 55000 £
Price
25200 - 36800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
32 - 199 g/km
co2
129 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Length
4451 mm
Length
4395 mm
Width
1839 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Height
1540 mm
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Max trunk capacity
1398 - 1406 L
Payload
458 - 526 kg
Payload
458 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
191 - 204 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3

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

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What drive types are available for the CUPRA Formentor?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.