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CUPRA Tavascan vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Tavascan or VW Arteon?

CUPRA Tavascan vs VW Arteon: Key differences

CUPRA Tavascan

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
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VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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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.

VW Arteon is only slightly cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the CUPRA Tavascan costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,439 £.

Arteon

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 Tavascan offers barely more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the CUPRA Tavascan takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Arteon is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the CUPRA Tavascan tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Tavascan delivers noticeably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 259 Nm more.

Tavascan

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 terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is clearly lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 2,178 kg. The difference is around 571 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers barely more boot space – 590 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries marginally more – 569 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Tavascan holds a solid overall lead 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.

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Tavascan

CUPRA Tavascan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.9 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 513 - 553 km
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Reviews CUPRA Tavascan

4.4 (2 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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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,700 - 49,600 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
513 - 553 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
77 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,178 - 2,273 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4,644 mm
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
1,597 mm
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
507 - 522 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
VW
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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