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CUPRA Formentor vs Renault R5 comparison

Compare performance (390 HP vs 540 HP), boot space and price (35,200 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Renault R5?

CUPRA Formentor vs Renault R5: Key differences

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally lighter
  • markedly more trunk space

Renault R5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Formentor

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault R5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,327 £.

As for electric range, the Renault R5 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 405 km, about 279 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

R5

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 Renault R5 offers markedly more power – delivering 540 HP compared to 390 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the CUPRA Formentor takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Renault R5 is only slightly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the CUPRA Formentor tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault R5 delivers substantially more torque with 4,800 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 4,320 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 marginally lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,447 kg. The difference is around 13 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers markedly more boot space – 450 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 124 L.

For maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,505 L, about 399 L more than the Renault R5.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries markedly more – 526 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault R5 is decisively 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.

from £23,900
R5

Renault R5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 540 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 307 - 405 km
CUPRA Formentor
Renault R5

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 R5

The Renault 5 is a cheeky city car that marries retro charm with modern flair, its playful looks promising smiles before you even start the engine. Practical enough for daily life yet lively enough to make short trips feel like mini adventures, it’s an irresistible choice for buyers who prefer personality to bland practicality.

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CUPRA Formentor
Renault R5

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,200 - 62,500 £
Price
23,900 - 137,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
co2
32 - 229 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Curb weight
1,447 - 1,524 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
4,451 mm
Length
3,922 - 4,080 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Width
1,744 - 2,030 mm
Height
1,511 - 1,537 mm
Height
1,380 - 1,498 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,415 - 1,505 L
Max trunk capacity
1,106 L
Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
396 - 418 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
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Power HP
122 - 540 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Torque
225 - 4,800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Power kW
90 - 397 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,027
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Renault
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