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CUPRA Tavascan vs Honda ZR-V comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Tavascan or Honda ZR-V?

CUPRA Tavascan vs Honda ZR-V: Key differences

CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Honda ZR-V

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • noticeably 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

Tavascan

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Honda ZR-V is markedly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the CUPRA Tavascan costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,714 £.

ZR-V

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 Tavascan offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Tavascan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Honda ZR-V takes 7.8 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Tavascan delivers significantly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

Tavascan

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, Honda ZR-V is noticeably lighter – 1,660 kg compared to 2,096 kg. The difference is around 436 kg.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Tavascan carries moderately more – 518 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Tavascan 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.

from £42,800
Tavascan

CUPRA Tavascan

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 441 - 557 km
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CUPRA Tavascan

The Cupra Tavascan blends athletic styling with a premium, driver-focused cabin, giving the electric crossover a distinctly sporty character. It feels poised and engaging on the road while standing out with bold design cues and a modern, high-quality finish.

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Reviews CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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David
25 Apr 2026, 10:57:49

Both are very good. The range and energy consumption is beter in the cupra. The cupra is also more responsive and it handles beter. The Kia is more spacious and slightly beter tech wise. The Kia is more a family car.

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Honda ZR-V

The Honda ZR-V blends smart practicality with sharper styling than you might expect, giving buyers a calm, competent companion for daily life. Inside it's comfortable and cleverly laid out, easy to live with and never trying too hard to be exciting.

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Reviews Honda ZR-V

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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Frans
18 May 2026, 09:50:16

Lovely driving feel, quiet, fast, solid and reliable.

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Denes Molnar
17 May 2026, 19:58:46

Enjoy to drive, long driving range, good fluel consumption.

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Pan
5 Oct 2025, 11:26:07

HONDA ZRV — snappy, fast, perfect in every way, whisper-quiet, maximum comfort, extraordinary quality and price. For me: 5 stars.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,800 - 50,500 £
Price
35,100 - 38,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
441 - 557 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
130 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,096 - 2,273 kg
Curb weight
1,660 - 1,710 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
507 - 518 kg
Payload
440 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Honda
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Tavascan?

The CUPRA Tavascan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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