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CUPRA Terramar vs Renault Rafale - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (272 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (36900 £ vs 37500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Terramar or Renault Rafale?

CUPRA Terramar

5 (1 Reviews)
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Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36900 £, while the Renault Rafale costs 37500 £. That’s a price difference of around 668 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Rafale manages with 0.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the CUPRA Terramar with 1.60 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

As for range, the CUPRA Terramar performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 118 km, about 21 km more than the Renault Rafale.

Rafale

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 Renault Rafale has a minimal edge – offering 300 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Terramar is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Renault Rafale takes 6.40 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Terramar performs noticeable better – reaching 243 km/h, while the Renault Rafale tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 63 km/h.

Terramar

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, CUPRA Terramar is hardly perceptible lighter – 1638 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 96 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Rafale offers to a small extent more room – 627 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Terramar slightly takes the win – 542 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Renault Rafale shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.

from about £37,500
Rafale

Renault Rafale

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.6 - 5 L
  • Electric Range : 97 km
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CUPRA Terramar
Renault Rafale

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CUPRA Terramar

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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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Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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5 (1 Reviews)
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Reviews Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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Martin
4 Dec 2025, 08:40:43

As a Rafale owner, I'm happy with my choice. The car is spacious, feels luxurious, quiet, robust and very efficient at the same time. I also feel more “up to date” compared to the RAV4.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36900 - 50600 £
Price
37500 - 49500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 8.4 L
Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
118 km
Electric Range
97 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
36 - 191 g/km
co2
14 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1638 - 1904 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Length
4519 mm
Length
4710 mm
Width
1869 mm
Width
1886 mm
Height
1586 mm
Height
1613 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
Payload
512 - 542 kg
Payload
415 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
205 - 243 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, C
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Renault

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What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Terramar have?

The CUPRA Terramar is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.