Compare performance (390 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (35,200 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Skoda Scala?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Skoda Scala is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,813 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Skoda Scala with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.
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 offers considerably more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 240 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.2 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the CUPRA Formentor is moderately faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Scala tops out at 221 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Formentor delivers substantially more torque with 480 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Scala is slightly lighter – 1,199 kg compared to 1,434 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Scala offers marginally more boot space – 467 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.
For maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor offers barely more capacity – up to 1,505 L, about 95 L more than the Skoda Scala.
When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries moderately more – 526 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.
The CUPRA Formentor is clearly superior overall 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.
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.
detailsThe Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
35,200 - 62,500 £
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Price
21,400 - 31,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
117 - 126 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
32 - 229 g/km
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co2
114 - 126 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
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Curb weight
1,199 - 1,271 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
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Trunk capacity
467 L
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Length
4,451 mm
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Length
4,362 mm
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Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
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Width
1,793 mm
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Height
1,511 - 1,537 mm
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Height
1,514 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,415 - 1,505 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,410 L
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Payload
439 - 526 kg
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Payload
403 - 431 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 390 HP
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
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Torque
250 - 480 Nm
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
110 - 287 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Skoda
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