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CUPRA Formentor vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (390 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (35,200 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Toyota Prius?

CUPRA Formentor vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
  • visibly more trunk space

Toyota Prius

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more efficient

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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

CUPRA Formentor is somewhat cheaper – starting at 35,200 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,179 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the CUPRA Formentor with 1.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Formentor offers markedly more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 40 km more than the Toyota Prius.

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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 offers significantly more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 167 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the CUPRA Formentor is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 73 km/h.

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 a bit lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 186 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers visibly more boot space – 450 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 166 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries markedly more – 526 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 151 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Formentor sits just ahead 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.

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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 - 390 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 117 - 126 km
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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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The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,200 - 62,500 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 229 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
4,451 mm
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
1,511 - 1,537 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,415 - 1,505 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Formentor?

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

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