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CUPRA Formentor vs MG Marvel R comparison

Compare performance (390 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 40,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or MG Marvel R?

CUPRA Formentor vs MG Marvel R: Key differences

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more electric range
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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.

CUPRA Formentor is a bit cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the MG Marvel R costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,526 £.

As for electric range, the MG Marvel R offers substantially more range – reaching up to 402 km, about 276 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

Marvel R

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 offers noticeably more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the MG Marvel R takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG Marvel R delivers noticeably more torque with 665 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 185 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 noticeably lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 376 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers markedly more boot space – 450 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 93 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries marginally more – 526 kg compared to 478 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG Marvel R comes out clearly 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.

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Marvel R

MG Marvel R

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 - 288 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 370 - 402 km
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CUPRA Formentor

The CUPRA Formentor blends sporty driving dynamics with crossover practicality, delivering sharp handling and an engaging character that makes it fun on twisty roads as well as in daily driving. Inside, it pairs a driver-focused cabin and premium materials with clever practicality, offering a confident, distinctive alternative to conventional SUVs.

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Reviews CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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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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MG Marvel R

The MG Marvel R combines striking, futuristic styling with a surprisingly spacious, gadget-packed cabin, giving shoppers a sharply styled electric alternative that punches above its price. It may not carry luxury-badge prestige, but it delivers honest daily usability and enough charisma to tempt buyers who want electric flair without the premium tax.

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Reviews MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Robin Prins
21 Feb 2026, 06:26:34

Nice-handling SUV. Steers much more sharply than my previous SUV, a Lynk & Co 01. Has almost the same options as the Lynk. I wanted fully electric, though. The Marvel has a realistic range. So far it has never shown the WLTP figure of 402. But whatever it shows, it achieves. And I've experienced that very differently before (Lynk & Co 01 and Mazda MX-30). In short, a very good, comfortable EV. Downsides: abrupt steering corrections and annoying warning beeps. These can be switched off, but you have to do it every time. It's also a shame that the otherwise great navigation has no Dutch voice.

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MG Marvel R

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,800 - 62,500 £
Price
40,300 - 43,700 £
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
19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
370 - 402 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
66.1 kWh
co2
32 - 229 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,810 - 1,920 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
357 L
Length
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Length
4,674 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Width
1,919 mm
Height
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Height
1,613 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,396 L
Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
453 - 478 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Power HP
180 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Torque
410 - 665 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Power kW
132 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
MG
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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