Compare performance (196 HP vs 226 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 22,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or CUPRA Raval?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
CUPRA Raval is markedly cheaper – starting at 22,200 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,035 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Raval is moderately more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.3 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Astra. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Astra offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 454 km, about 9 km more than the CUPRA Raval.
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 CUPRA Raval offers somewhat more power – delivering 226 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Raval is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra delivers moderately more torque with 360 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is a bit lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,610 kg. The difference is around 172 kg.
Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Raval offers only slightly more boot space – 441 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra carries very slightly more – 502 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.
The CUPRA Raval stands out in the key areas 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 Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
detailsThe CUPRA Raval is a compact electric hatch that mixes hot‑hatch intent with genuine everyday practicality, pairing an unusually roomy, flexible boot with a modern Android‑based infotainment that feels responsive. It drives in a composed, traction‑rich way that suits city and family life, though the steering leans toward assuredness rather than playfulness and some climate controls rely on touch sliders that can be fiddly on the move.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
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Price
22,200 - 39,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
84 - 454 km
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Electric Range
300 - 445 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 130 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
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Curb weight
1,610 - 1,615 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
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Trunk capacity
441 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,784 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
438 - 502 kg
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Payload
470 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Power HP
116 - 226 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
290 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Power kW
85 - 166 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
CUPRA
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