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CUPRA Formentor vs Mercedes GLB – Differences & prices compared

Q: How powerful is the CUPRA Formentor's engine?

Up to 333 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: How much fuel does the CUPRA Formentor use?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 1.40 L.

Q: How far can the CUPRA Formentor go on a full charge?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 126 km.

Q: How many kWh does the CUPRA Formentor’s battery hold?

The battery offers a capacity of 19.70 kWh.

Q: What are the CUPRA Formentor’s length, width and height?

The CUPRA Formentor measures 4451 mm long, 1839 mm wide and 1511 mm high.

Q: What drivetrain options does the Mercedes GLB have?

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

Q: How much power does the Mercedes GLB deliver on the road?

Depending on the version, the Mercedes GLB delivers up to 320 HP.

Q: How much fuel does the Mercedes GLB use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 5.60 L.

Q: What is the top speed of the Mercedes GLB?

The Mercedes GLB reaches up to 250 km/h.

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

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

CUPRA Formentor has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35200 £, while the Mercedes GLB costs 40500 £. That’s a price difference of around 5268 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 4.20 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Formentor has a slight edge – offering 333 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.50 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Formentor pulls slight stronger with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is a bit lighter – 1434 kg compared to 1640 kg. The difference is around 206 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers noticeable more room – 570 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs to a small extent better – up to 1805 L, which is about 300 L more than the CUPRA Formentor.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor slight takes the win – 526 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 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.

CUPRA Formentor

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CUPRA Formentor

Price : 35200 - 55000 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail : Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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
Battery Capacity : 19.70 kWh
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 4.8 - 9 s
Model Year : 2024 - 2025
Max Speed : 205 - 250 km/h
Torque : 250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : Formentor
Modell : Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI, Formentor 1.5 TSI, Formentor 1.5 eTSI, Formentor 2.0 TSI, Formentor 2.0 TDI, Formentor 1.5 e-HYBRID, Formentor VZ 1.5 e-HYBRID
CO2 Efficiency Class : G, E, D, F, B
Trim Level : 4Drive DSG, Extreme 4Drive DSG, DSG, Extreme DSG, Black Edition DSG, Black Edition 4Drive DSG
Power kW : 110 - 245 kW
co2 : 32 - 199 g/km
Engine capacity : 1498 - 1984 cm3
Curb weight : 1434 - 1742 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 40 - 55 L
Trunk capacity : 345 - 450 L
Length : 4451 mm
Width : 1839 mm
Height : 1511 - 1537 mm
Brand : CUPRA
Max trunk capacity : 1415 - 1505 L
Payload : 458 - 526 kg

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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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Mercedes GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 35200 - 55000 £	Price 40500 - 65300 £
Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.8 L	Consumption L/100km 5.6 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 117 - 126 km	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity 19.70 kWh	Battery Capacity -
co2 32 - 199 g/km	co2 146 - 204 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 40 - 55 L	Fuel tank capacity 52 - 60 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 1640 - 1820 kg
Trunk capacity 345 - 450 L	Trunk capacity 565 - 570 L
Length 4451 mm	Length 4634 - 4650 mm
Width 1839 mm	Width 1834 - 1850 mm
Height 1511 - 1537 mm	Height 1665 - 1692 mm
Max trunk capacity 1415 - 1505 L	Max trunk capacity 1800 - 1805 L
Payload 458 - 526 kg	Payload 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid	Engine Type 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 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.8 - 9 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed 205 - 250 km/h	Max Speed 188 - 250 km/h
Torque 250 - 420 Nm	Torque 230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 110 - 245 kW	Power kW 85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity 1498 - 1984 cm3	Engine capacity 1332 - 1991 cm3