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CUPRA Terramar vs Volvo XC90 comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 74,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Terramar or Volvo XC90?

CUPRA Terramar vs Volvo XC90: Key differences

CUPRA Terramar

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

CUPRA Terramar is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,400 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 74,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,888 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Terramar uses 1.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Terramar offers considerably more range – reaching up to 118 km, about 49 km more than the Volvo XC90.

XC90

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 Volvo XC90 offers noticeably more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 134 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the CUPRA Terramar takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC90 delivers substantially more torque with 669 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 269 Nm more.

Terramar

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Terramar is noticeably lighter – 1,638 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 442 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries visibly more – 710 kg compared to 542 kg. That’s a difference of about 168 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Terramar 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.

from £41,400
Terramar

CUPRA Terramar

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 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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Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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Reviews Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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Borstel
11 Nov 2025, 12:59:12

I drive both cars. The XC90’s boot is — contrary to the figures posted here — noticeably larger than the GLC’s when carrying five people. Overall the XC90 is clearly the more comfortable and, above all, the more stable — and therefore the safer — car.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,400 - 50,600 £
Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
118 km
Electric Range
69 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
36 - 191 g/km
co2
71 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,638 - 1,904 kg
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,869 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
512 - 542 kg
Payload
600 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
250 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
360 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
184 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 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
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Volvo
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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