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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs CUPRA Formentor comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 390 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 35,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or CUPRA Formentor?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs CUPRA Formentor: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • markedly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

IONIQ 5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

CUPRA Formentor is barely cheaper – starting at 35,200 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,244 £.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 444 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

Formentor

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers clearly more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 390 HP. That’s roughly 260 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the CUPRA Formentor takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is very slightly faster – reaching 260 km/h, while the CUPRA Formentor tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 5 delivers markedly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.

IONIQ 5

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 Formentor is markedly lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 521 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers a bit more boot space – 520 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,580 L, about 75 L more than the CUPRA Formentor.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 carries very slightly more – 530 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £38,500
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
Hyundai IONIQ 5
CUPRA Formentor

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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CUPRA Formentor

With coupe-like lines and a muscular stance the Cupra Formentor blends sporty drama with everyday sense, so it looks like it’s in motion even at a standstill. Inside and out it’s tuned for drivers who want engaging handling and a grown-up cabin — practical enough for daily life, playful enough to make the commute feel like a short track session.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5
CUPRA Formentor

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 64,200 £
Price
35,200 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
32 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,275 kg
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Length
4,655 - 4,715 mm
Length
4,451 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Height
1,585 - 1,605 mm
Height
1,511 - 1,537 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,540 - 1,580 L
Max trunk capacity
1,415 - 1,505 L
Payload
385 - 530 kg
Payload
439 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
CUPRA
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