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CUPRA Formentor vs Mazda CX-5 comparison

Compare performance (390 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (35,200 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Mazda CX-5?

CUPRA Formentor vs Mazda CX-5: Key differences

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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Mazda CX-5

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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:

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

Mazda CX-5 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,250 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.6 L/100km.

CX-5

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Formentor offers substantially more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 249 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 Mazda CX-5 takes 10.5 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the CUPRA Formentor is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Formentor delivers clearly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 242 Nm more.

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 somewhat lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 195 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers noticeably more boot space – 583 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 offers noticeably more capacity – up to 2,019 L, about 514 L more than the CUPRA Formentor.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-5 carries a bit more – 601 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Formentor is decisively ahead 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
CUPRA Formentor
Mazda CX-5

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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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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Mazda CX-5

The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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CUPRA Formentor
Mazda CX-5

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,200 - 62,500 £
Price
30,000 - 39,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
32 - 229 g/km
co2
157 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Curb weight
1,629 - 1,671 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
466 - 583 L
Length
4,451 mm
Length
4,690 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,511 - 1,537 mm
Height
1,695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,415 - 1,505 L
Max trunk capacity
2,019 L
Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
601 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Power HP
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
195 km/h
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
2,488 cm3

General

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