Compare performance (333 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (35200 £ vs 43300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or VW Arteon?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
CUPRA Formentor has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35200 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8040 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.10 L. The difference is about 3.70 L per 100 km.
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 CUPRA Formentor has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 333 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
Both models offer the same torque – 420 Nm.
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 slightly lighter – 1434 kg compared to 1607 kg. The difference is around 173 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Arteon offers noticeable more room – 590 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon performs slight better – up to 1632 L, which is about 127 L more than the CUPRA Formentor.
When it comes to payload, VW Arteon minimal takes the win – 569 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.
The CUPRA Formentor is decisively ahead 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 VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.
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Price
35200 - 55000 £
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Price
43300 - 60800 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 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
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
32 - 199 g/km
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co2
133 - 195 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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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
1607 - 1773 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
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Trunk capacity
590 L
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Length
4451 mm
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Length
4866 mm
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Width
1839 mm
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Width
1871 mm
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Height
1511 - 1537 mm
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Height
1434 - 1451 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
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Max trunk capacity
1632 L
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Payload
458 - 526 kg
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Payload
467 - 569 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
Diesel, Petrol
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 333 HP
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Power HP
150 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
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Torque
320 - 420 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
110 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1968 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.