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CUPRA Raval vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (226 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (22,200 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Raval or VW Polo?

CUPRA Raval vs VW Polo: Key differences

CUPRA Raval

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • clearly more trunk space
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VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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 Polo is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the CUPRA Raval costs 22,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,984 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Raval offers only slightly more power – delivering 226 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the CUPRA Raval takes 6.8 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Polo delivers only slightly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Raval

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 Polo is significantly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,610 kg. The difference is around 467 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Raval offers clearly more boot space – 441 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Raval carries barely more – 475 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Raval leads convincingly 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.

from £22,200
Raval

CUPRA Raval

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 226 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 300 - 445 km
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CUPRA Raval

The CUPRA Raval is a compact electric hatch that mixes hot‑hatch intent with genuine everyday practicality, pairing an unusually roomy, flexible boot with a modern Android‑based infotainment that feels responsive. It drives in a composed, traction‑rich way that suits city and family life, though the steering leans toward assuredness rather than playfulness and some climate controls rely on touch sliders that can be fiddly on the move.

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Reviews CUPRA Raval

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Paulo
25 May 2026, 09:15:27

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VW Polo

The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.

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4.2 (4 Reviews)
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Michel
13 Jun 2026, 15:24:46

Nice, spacious car with many options available (panoramic roof and travel assist).

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,200 - 39,900 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
300 - 445 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,610 - 1,615 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
441 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,784 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 475 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 226 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
290 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 166 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Raval?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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