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CUPRA Formentor vs Subaru Outback - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (333 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (35200 £ vs 37200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Subaru Outback?

CUPRA Formentor

Subaru Outback

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

Formentor

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

CUPRA Formentor has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35200 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 37200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1993 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.60 L. The difference is about 7.20 L per 100 km.

Outback

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 decisively edge – offering 333 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 164 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.20 s. That’s about 5.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Subaru Outback tops out at 193 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Formentor pulls noticeable stronger with 420 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 168 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is to a small extent lighter – 1434 kg compared to 1643 kg. The difference is around 209 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Subaru Outback offers slightly more room – 561 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 111 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Outback performs a bit better – up to 1822 L, which is about 317 L more than the CUPRA Formentor.

When it comes to payload, Subaru Outback minimal takes the win – 557 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race?

The CUPRA Formentor proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
CUPRA Formentor is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £35,200
Formentor

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
CUPRA Formentor
Subaru Outback

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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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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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CUPRA Formentor
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

Price
35200 - 55000 £
Price
37200 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
Consumption L/100km
8.60 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 199 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
63 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
Curb weight
1643 - 1676 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
4451 mm
Length
4870 mm
Width
1839 mm
Width
1875 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Height
1670 - 1675 mm
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Max trunk capacity
1822 L
Payload
458 - 526 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.20 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
193 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
2498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Subaru
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Formentor?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.