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CUPRA Formentor vs Volvo V90 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (333 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (35200 £ vs 62300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Volvo V90?

CUPRA Formentor

Volvo V90

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.

CUPRA Formentor has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35200 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27064 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the CUPRA Formentor with 1.40 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Formentor performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 126 km, about 38 km more than the Volvo V90.

V90

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 Volvo V90 has a distinct edge – offering 455 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.80 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls clearly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 289 Nm difference.

Formentor

Space and Everyday Use:

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 curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is decisively lighter – 1434 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 641 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V90 offers minimal more room – 488 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor performs slight better – up to 1505 L, which is about 51 L more than the Volvo V90.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor barely noticeable takes the win – 526 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V90 comes out ahead with a more balanced overall result 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.

CUPRA Formentor
Volvo V90

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V90

Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km

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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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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CUPRA Formentor
Volvo V90

Costs and Consumption

Price
35200 - 55000 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
32 - 199 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 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
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4451 mm
Length
4945 mm
Width
1839 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
458 - 526 kg
Payload
515 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
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Volvo
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.