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CUPRA Formentor vs Renault Clio – 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 Renault Clio?

CUPRA Formentor

Renault Clio

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.

Renault Clio has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £, while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £. That’s a price difference of around 18656 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Renault Clio with 4.10 L. The difference is about 2.70 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 convincingly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 175 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Formentor pulls significantly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 215 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Renault Clio is noticeable lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1434 kg. The difference is around 310 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers a bit more room – 450 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 59 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor performs noticeable better – up to 1505 L, which is about 329 L more than the Renault Clio.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor slightly takes the win – 526 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 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.

CUPRA Formentor
Renault Clio

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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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Renault Clio

The Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35200 - 55000 £
Price
16600 - 23700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
co2
32 - 199 g/km
co2
92 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
4451 mm
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Width
1839 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Payload
458 - 526 kg
Payload
398 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Renault

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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.

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