What drive types are available for the CUPRA Formentor?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the CUPRA Formentor's engine?

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

How much fuel does the CUPRA Formentor use?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 1.40 L.

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

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

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

The battery offers a capacity of 19.70 kWh.

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

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

Is the VW Taigo offered with different drivetrains?

The VW Taigo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the VW Taigo's engine?

The VW Taigo reaches a peak output of 150 HP, depending on the model.

How much fuel does the VW Taigo use?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 5.30 L.

How big is the VW Taigo overall?

The VW Taigo measures 4266 mm long, 1757 mm wide and 1518 mm high.

CUPRA Formentor vs VW Taigo - Differences and prices compared

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

Formentor @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

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 Taigo has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19600 £, while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £. That’s a price difference of around 15617 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW Taigo with 5.30 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

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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 CUPRA Formentor has a decisively 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 clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the VW Taigo takes 8.20 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Taigo tops out at 212 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.

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

Formentor @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, VW Taigo is somewhat lighter – 1229 kg compared to 1434 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers barely noticeable more room – 450 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor performs somewhat better – up to 1505 L, which is about 283 L more than the VW Taigo.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor to a small extent takes the win – 526 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Formentor shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 35200 - 55000 £	Price 19600 - 31300 £
Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.8 L	Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 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 120 - 132 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 1229 - 1302 kg
Trunk capacity 345 - 450 L	Trunk capacity 440 L
Length 4451 mm	Length 4266 mm
Width 1839 mm	Width 1757 mm
Height 1511 - 1537 mm	Height 1518 mm
Max trunk capacity 1415 - 1505 L	Max trunk capacity 1222 L
Payload 458 - 526 kg	Payload 448 - 457 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 8.2 - 11.1 s
Max Speed 205 - 250 km/h	Max Speed 184 - 212 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