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CUPRA Formentor vs VW T-Cross – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether CUPRA Formentor or VW T-Cross fits your lifestyle better.

CUPRA Formentor

VW T-Cross

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

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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 T-Cross has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21100 £, while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £. That’s a price difference of around 14164 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.40 L. The difference is about 4 L per 100 km.

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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 convincingly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the VW T-Cross takes 8.40 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW T-Cross tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Formentor pulls clearly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, VW T-Cross is to a small extent lighter – 1267 kg compared to 1434 kg. The difference is around 167 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW T-Cross offers hardly perceptible more room – 455 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor performs somewhat better – up to 1505 L, which is about 224 L more than the VW T-Cross.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor minimal takes the win – 526 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Formentor shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

CUPRA Formentor
VW T-Cross

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CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.8 L
  • Electric Range : 117 - 126 km

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 T-Cross

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The VW T-Cross turns everyday practicality into a style statement, offering a roomy-feeling cabin, clever storage and playful design that suits town life and family duties alike. On the road it's composed and relaxed, rewarding buyers who want the raised seating and confident presence of an SUV without the weighty compromises.

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CUPRA Formentor
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Costs and Consumption

Price
35200 - 55000 £
Price
21100 - 31500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 199 g/km
co2
124 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
Curb weight
1267 - 1338 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
4451 mm
Length
4127 mm
Width
1839 mm
Width
1784 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Height
1573 mm
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Max trunk capacity
1281 L
Payload
458 - 526 kg
Payload
463 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 200 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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