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CUPRA Formentor vs VW Golf Variant - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (390 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (35200 £ vs 26100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or VW Golf Variant?

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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VW Golf Variant

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Formentor

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 Variant has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26100 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9103 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.30 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.

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 has a to a small extent edge – offering 390 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the VW Golf Variant takes 4.80 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Formentor pulls a bit stronger with 480 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

Formentor

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Golf Variant is minimal lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1434 kg. The difference is around 68 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers evident more room – 611 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 161 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf Variant performs barely noticeable better – up to 1642 L, which is about 137 L more than the CUPRA Formentor.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant minimal takes the win – 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 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.

CUPRA Formentor
VW Golf Variant

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Formentor

CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 390 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 10.1 L
  • Electric Range : 117 - 126 km

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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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

Price
35200 - 62500 £
Price
26100 - 48700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 229 g/km
co2
114 - 185 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 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
1366 - 1621 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4451 mm
Length
4631 - 4651 mm
Width
1839 - 1852 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Height
1462 - 1487 mm
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
489 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
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 - 390 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G, F, C
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
VW
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.