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CUPRA Formentor vs Mazda MX-30 comparison

Compare performance (390 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Mazda MX-30?

CUPRA Formentor vs Mazda MX-30: Key differences

CUPRA Formentor

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
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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.

Mazda MX-30 is slightly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,903 £.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Formentor offers markedly more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 41 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

MX-30

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 considerably more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 220 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 MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

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, CUPRA Formentor is noticeably lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 415 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers clearly more boot space – 450 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries visibly more – 526 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Formentor holds a decisive overall lead 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
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CUPRA Formentor

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Reviews CUPRA Formentor

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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Imro
3 Aug 2026, 12:27:50

I drive a Formentor myself and I'm very satisfied with it. Although it's a relatively heavy car, it feels surprisingly light on its feet and can be steered confidently through corners. At the same time it's also perfectly suited for relaxed drives. But as soon as you start driving a bit more sportily, it responds instantly and shows what it's capable of.

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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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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Mazda MX-30

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,800 - 62,500 £
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 229 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
-
Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
1,555 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
402 kg

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

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mazda
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Formentor?

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

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