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CUPRA Formentor vs VW Golf Variant comparison
Compare performance (390 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (35,200 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or VW Golf Variant?
CUPRA Formentor vs VW Golf Variant: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
VW Golf Variant is visibly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,394 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor uses 1.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.
Golf Variant
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 CUPRA Formentor offers significantly more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 186 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the VW Golf Variant takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Formentor delivers clearly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.
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, VW Golf Variant is barely lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,434 kg. The difference is around 68 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers clearly more boot space – 611 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 161 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries only slightly more – 547 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The CUPRA Formentor stands well ahead of its rival 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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CUPRA Formentor
CUPRA Formentor
VW Golf Variant
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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 Variant
The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.
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CUPRA Formentor
VW Golf Variant
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
35,200 - 62,500 £
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Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
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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
19.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
32 - 229 g/km
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co2
114 - 159 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
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Trunk capacity
611 L
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Length
4,451 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
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Width
1,789 mm
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Height
1,537 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,415 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
439 - 526 kg
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Payload
509 - 547 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, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 390 HP
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Power HP
116 - 204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
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Max Speed
210 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 480 Nm
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 287 kW
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
VW
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