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CUPRA Formentor vs VW Golf - Differences and prices compared

Q: How powerful is the CUPRA Formentor's engine?

Up to 333 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: How much fuel does the CUPRA Formentor use?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 1.40 L.

Q: How far can the CUPRA Formentor go on a full charge?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 126 km.

Q: How many kWh does the CUPRA Formentor’s battery hold?

The battery offers a capacity of 19.70 kWh.

Q: What are the CUPRA Formentor’s length, width and height?

The CUPRA Formentor measures 4451 mm long, 1839 mm wide and 1511 mm high.

Q: What drivetrain options does the VW Golf have?

The VW Golf is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

Q: How much power does the VW Golf deliver on the road?

The VW Golf reaches a peak output of 333 HP, depending on the model.

Q: What is the fuel consumption of the VW Golf according to the manufacturer?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 1.10 L.

Q: How far can the VW Golf go on a full charge?

According to WLTP, the VW Golf can travel up to 143 km on a single charge.

Compare performance (333 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (35200 £ vs 25200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or VW Golf?

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Golf has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £. That’s a price difference of around 10046 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the CUPRA Formentor with 1.40 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Golf performs a bit better – achieving up to 143 km, about 17 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

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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 has a edge – offering compared to . That’s roughly more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the CUPRA Formentor takes 4.80 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs slight better – reaching 270 km/h, while the CUPRA Formentor tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: pulls stronger with compared to . That’s about difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, VW Golf is barely noticeable lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1434 kg. The difference is around 127 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers a bit more room – 450 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 69 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor performs slightly better – up to 1505 L, which is about 268 L more than the VW Golf.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor slight takes the win – 526 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Golf proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Golf

Price : 25200 - 47600 £
Body Type : Hatchback
Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail : Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8.1 L
Electric Range : 131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity : 19.70 kWh
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 4.6 - 10.2 s
Model Year : 2024 - 2025
Max Speed : 202 - 270 km/h
Torque : 220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : Golf
Modell : Golf 1.5 eTSI, Golf 1.5 TSI, Golf GTI Clubsport, Golf GTI, Golf R, Golf 2.0 TDI, Golf 2.0 TSI, Golf 1.5 eHybrid, Golf GTE
CO2 Efficiency Class : D, F, G, C, B
Trim Level : Life DSG, R-Line DSG, Style DSG, Life, R-Line, Style, DSG, 4MOTION DSG, ENERGY, ENERGY DSG, R-Line 4MOTION DSG, Style 4MOTION DSG, EDITION 50 DSG
Power kW : 85 - 245 kW
co2 : 25 - 184 g/km
Engine capacity : 1498 - 1984 cm3
Curb weight : 1307 - 1662 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 40 - 55 L
Trunk capacity : 273 - 381 L
Length : 4282 - 4296 mm
Width : 1789 mm
Height : 1454 - 1483 mm
Brand : VW
Max trunk capacity : 1129 - 1237 L
Payload : 438 - 508 kg

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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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VW Golf

The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 35200 - 55000 £	Price 25200 - 47600 £
Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.8 L	Consumption L/100km 1.1 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 117 - 126 km	Electric Range 131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity 19.70 kWh	Battery Capacity 19.70 kWh
co2 32 - 199 g/km	co2 25 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 40 - 55 L	Fuel tank capacity 40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type SUV	Body Type Hatchback
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1434 - 1742 kg	Curb weight 1307 - 1662 kg
Trunk capacity 345 - 450 L	Trunk capacity 273 - 381 L
Length 4451 mm	Length 4282 - 4296 mm
Width 1839 mm	Width 1789 mm
Height 1511 - 1537 mm	Height 1454 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity 1415 - 1505 L	Max trunk capacity 1129 - 1237 L
Payload 458 - 526 kg	Payload 438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid	Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic, Manuel	Transmission Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox	Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 150 - 333 HP	Power HP 116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.8 - 9 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed 205 - 250 km/h	Max Speed 202 - 270 km/h
Torque 250 - 420 Nm	Torque 220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 110 - 245 kW	Power kW 85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity 1498 - 1984 cm3	Engine capacity 1498 - 1984 cm3