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CUPRA Formentor vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (390 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (35,200 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Tesla Model Y?

CUPRA Formentor vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly lighter
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Tesla Model Y

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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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:

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.

Tesla Model Y is very slightly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 964 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more range – reaching up to 622 km, about 496 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

Model Y

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model Y offers slightly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 390 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers markedly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 180 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.

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is clearly lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,976 kg. The difference is around 542 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers significantly more boot space – 836 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 386 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries a bit more – 526 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 km
CUPRA Formentor
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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CUPRA Formentor

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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a compact electric SUV that pairs practical interior space with a minimalist, tech-forward cabin that feels modern and airy. Its confident electric performance and suite of driver-assist features make everyday driving effortless, and regular software updates help the car stay fresh over time.

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CUPRA Formentor
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,200 - 62,500 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 229 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Curb weight
1,976 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
822 - 836 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
435 - 472 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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