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CUPRA Formentor vs Mercedes B Class – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether CUPRA Formentor or Mercedes B Class fits your lifestyle better.

CUPRA Formentor

Mercedes B Class

5 (4 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes B Class has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33100 £, while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £. That’s a price difference of around 2112 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 2.50 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the CUPRA Formentor performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 126 km, about 43 km more than the Mercedes B Class.

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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 evident edge – offering 333 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.50 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls slight stronger with 450 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 30 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, Mercedes B Class is barely noticeable lighter – 1405 kg compared to 1434 kg. The difference is around 29 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers minimal more room – 455 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes B Class performs slight better – up to 1540 L, which is about 35 L more than the CUPRA Formentor.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class hardly perceptible takes the win – 550 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Formentor shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

CUPRA Formentor
Mercedes B Class

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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

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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Mercedes B Class

5 (4 Reviews)
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The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

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CUPRA Formentor
Mercedes B Class
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Costs and Consumption

Price
35200 - 55000 £
Price
33100 - 52500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
83 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
32 - 199 g/km
co2
56 - 156 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Length
4451 mm
Length
4419 mm
Width
1839 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Height
1562 mm
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
Payload
458 - 526 kg
Payload
505 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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.

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