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Skoda Karoq vs CUPRA Tavascan comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 45,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Karoq or CUPRA Tavascan?

Skoda Karoq vs CUPRA Tavascan: Key differences

Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter

CUPRA Tavascan

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space

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

Karoq

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.

Skoda Karoq is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the CUPRA Tavascan costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,638 £.

Tavascan

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Tavascan offers significantly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Tavascan is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Karoq is a bit faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the CUPRA Tavascan tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Tavascan delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 319 Nm more.

Karoq

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Karoq is substantially lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 2,178 kg. The difference is around 798 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Tavascan offers very slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries barely more – 549 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Tavascan is decisively ahead 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 £45,700
Tavascan

CUPRA Tavascan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.9 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 513 - 553 km
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Skoda Karoq

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The CUPRA Tavascan is a striking electric crossover that blends aggressive, sporty design with surprising everyday practicality, pairing a coupe-like silhouette with SUV versatility. It feels lively and engaging on the road while offering premium touches inside, making it a compelling choice for buyers who want attitude without sacrificing comfort.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Price
45,700 - 49,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
513 - 553 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
77 kWh
co2
128 - 173 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
2,178 - 2,273 kg
Trunk capacity
521 L
Trunk capacity
540 L
Length
4,390 mm
Length
4,644 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
1,624 mm
Height
1,597 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,630 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
456 - 549 kg
Payload
507 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
192 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Skoda
Brand
CUPRA
What drivetrain options does the Skoda Karoq have?

The Skoda Karoq is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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