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CUPRA Formentor vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (390 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Suzuki Vitara?

CUPRA Formentor vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Suzuki Vitara is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor uses 1.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Suzuki Vitara with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Suzuki Vitara offers clearly more range – reaching up to 426 km, about 300 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

Vitara

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 CUPRA Formentor offers substantially more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 206 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 Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Formentor delivers noticeably more torque with 480 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 173 Nm more.

Formentor

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 terms of curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is slightly lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 1,434 kg. The difference is around 179 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers somewhat more boot space – 450 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries slightly more – 526 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Formentor holds a decisive overall lead 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 £35,800
Formentor

CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 390 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 117 - 126 km
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The CUPRA Formentor blends sporty driving dynamics with crossover practicality, delivering sharp handling and an engaging character that makes it fun on twisty roads as well as in daily driving. Inside, it pairs a driver-focused cabin and premium materials with clever practicality, offering a confident, distinctive alternative to conventional SUVs.

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Reviews CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Waldemar
7 Feb 2026, 09:46:20

For me, a mature man, the "civilian" version was enough — an automatic, very well-equipped, with the 150‑hp engine in Magnetic Tech.

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Suzuki Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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4.5 (7 Reviews)
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Bud
5 Jun 2026, 11:14:19

De Vitara voelt aan alle kanten royaler aan dan de TYC. Geeft duidelijk meer zicht rondom de auto. De TYC is zeker in de bebouwde kom superzuinig. Het rijden met de Vitara geeft het gevoel in een grotere auto te rijden dan de TYC.

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Jolanta
4 Feb 2026, 09:37:41

A very pleasant car for an affordable price. The only downside is poorly soundproofed doors and windows.

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Polet
14 Jan 2026, 00:08:10

Proven reliability — it’s sold on every continent, and a real pleasure as a 4x4.

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Alejandro
15 Nov 2025, 18:50:42

After trying both, I chose the Vitara for everyday use. In my view, its balance of performance, quality and price is superior.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,800 - 62,500 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
32 - 229 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Suzuki
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Formentor?

The CUPRA Formentor is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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