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CUPRA Terramar vs Porsche Cayenne comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 1,156 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 90,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Terramar or Porsche Cayenne?

CUPRA Terramar vs Porsche Cayenne: Key differences

CUPRA Terramar

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Porsche Cayenne

3.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly 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

Terramar

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.

CUPRA Terramar is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,400 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 90,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48,754 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Terramar uses 1.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Porsche Cayenne with 4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Porsche Cayenne offers significantly more range – reaching up to 668 km, about 550 km more than the CUPRA Terramar.

Cayenne

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 Porsche Cayenne offers significantly more power – delivering 1,156 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 884 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.5 s, while the CUPRA Terramar takes 5.9 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayenne delivers significantly more torque with 1,500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 1,100 Nm more.

Terramar

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, CUPRA Terramar is noticeably lighter – 1,638 kg compared to 2,130 kg. The difference is around 492 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers markedly more boot space – 781 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 241 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Cayenne carries clearly more – 705 kg compared to 542 kg. That’s a difference of about 163 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne is clearly superior overall 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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Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 1,156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 11 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 - 668 km
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CUPRA Terramar

The CUPRA Terramar is a sharply styled, sporty SUV that brings athletic handling and bold design to buyers who want performance with everyday usability. Inside, premium finishes meet driver-focused flair and family-friendly practicality, making it a tempting pick for anyone who wants thrills without turning their daily routine into a chore.

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Reviews CUPRA Terramar

5 (5 Reviews)
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David Burrell
21 Jan 2026, 22:24:34

Had a Terramar for nearly 12 months and it’s proven a great choice. Love the driving experience and that fact it’s less common than Tiguan/Q3 cousins. V2 spec gives you so much kit you don’t need any extras.

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Rafał
13 Jan 2026, 21:59:07

A better-equipped version of a car that's technically very similar to the Q3, offered at a more attractive price.

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Porsche Cayenne

Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,400 - 50,600 £
Price
90,200 - 144,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
118 km
Electric Range
74 - 668 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
36 - 191 g/km
co2
0 - 249 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,638 - 1,904 kg
Curb weight
2,130 - 2,725 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,869 mm
Width
1,980 - 1,983 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
512 - 542 kg
Payload
525 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
353 - 1,156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Porsche
Is the CUPRA Terramar offered with different drivetrains?

The CUPRA Terramar is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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