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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsWith 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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Price
38,500 - 64,200 £
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Price
35,200 - 62,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
440 - 570 km
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Electric Range
117 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
32 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,955 - 2,275 kg
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Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
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Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
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Length
4,655 - 4,715 mm
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Length
4,451 mm
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Width
1,890 - 1,940 mm
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Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
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Height
1,585 - 1,605 mm
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Height
1,511 - 1,537 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,540 - 1,580 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,415 - 1,505 L
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Payload
385 - 530 kg
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Payload
439 - 526 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 650 HP
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Power HP
150 - 390 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
250 - 480 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Power kW
125 - 478 kW
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Power kW
110 - 287 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
CUPRA
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