Compare performance (333 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (35200 £ vs 69800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Volvo XC90?
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 XC90 costs 69800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34521 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.50 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Formentor performs clearly better – achieving up to 126 km, about 55 km more than the Volvo XC90.
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 Volvo XC90 has a noticeable edge – offering 455 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC90 pulls decisively stronger with 709 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 289 Nm difference.
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: Volvo XC90 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is convincingly lighter – 1434 kg compared to 2080 kg. The difference is around 646 kg.
In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers noticeable more room – 450 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 performs to a small extent better – up to 1856 L, which is about 351 L more than the CUPRA Formentor.
When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 distinct takes the win – 710 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 184 kg.
The CUPRA Formentor is far 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.
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.
detailsThe Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.
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Price
35200 - 55000 £
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Price
69800 - 84600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
117 - 126 km
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Electric Range
71 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
32 - 199 g/km
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co2
79 - 191 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
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Curb weight
2080 - 2297 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
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Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
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Length
4451 mm
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Length
4953 mm
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Width
1839 mm
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Width
1923 mm
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Height
1511 - 1537 mm
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Height
1771 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
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Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
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Payload
458 - 526 kg
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Payload
653 - 710 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 333 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
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Torque
360 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 245 kW
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Power kW
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Volvo
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.