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CUPRA Formentor vs Nissan X-Trail – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Nissan X-Trail?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Nissan X-Trail has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34000 £, while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £. That’s a price difference of around 1213 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Nissan X-Trail with 5.70 L. The difference is about 4.30 L per 100 km.

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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 has a noticeable edge – offering 333 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Nissan X-Trail takes 7 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Nissan X-Trail tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan X-Trail pulls a bit stronger with 525 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 105 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.

Seats: Nissan X-Trail offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is slightly lighter – 1434 kg compared to 1668 kg. The difference is around 234 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers noticeable more room – 585 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor performs barely noticeable better – up to 1505 L, which is about 81 L more than the Nissan X-Trail.

When it comes to payload, Nissan X-Trail slight takes the win – 574 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Formentor shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

from about £35,200
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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
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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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Nissan X-Trail

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The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35200 - 55000 £
Price
34000 - 50400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 199 g/km
co2
131 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
Curb weight
1668 - 1961 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Length
4451 mm
Length
4680 mm
Width
1839 mm
Width
1840 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Height
1720 mm
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Max trunk capacity
1396 - 1424 L
Payload
458 - 526 kg
Payload
432 - 574 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 200 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Nissan

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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.