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Cupra Formentor

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Cupra Formentor
Overview
ManufacturerCupra (SEAT)
ProductionSeptember 2020–present
AssemblySpain: Martorell, Catalonia[1]
DesignerAlberto Torrecillas under Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos[2]
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (C)
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive
PlatformVolkswagen Group MQB Evo
RelatedSEAT León Mk4
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission6-speed manual
6-speed DSG
7-speed DSG
Battery13 kWh (plug-in hybrid)[4]
Electric range50 km (31 mi) (plug-in hybrid)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,631 mm (103.6 in)
Length4,450 mm (175.2 in)
Width1,839 mm (72.4 in)
Height1,511 mm (59.5 in)

The Cupra Formentor is a compact crossover SUV (C-segment) manufactured by the Spanish car manufacturer SEAT under their Cupra performance-oriented sub-brand.[5] Marketed as a coupé SUV, it is the first car designed specifically for the sub-brand. The production version was revealed in March 2020, after its unveiling was postponed when the COVID-19 pandemic led to the cancellation of the 2020 Geneva Motor Show.[6] It was previewed as a near-production concept vehicle at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show.[7] It is named after the Formentor peninsula on the Spanish island of Mallorca.[8] Production of the Formentor started in late September 2020.

Overview

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Specification

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The Formentor is available with a 245 PS (180 kW; 242 hp) 1.4-litre plug-in hybrid, an entry-level 1.5-litre turbo generating 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp), a 2.0-litre turbo generating 310 PS (228 kW; 306 hp) available for VZ models (derived from the Spanish word veloz, meaning "fast"), and a range-topping VZ5 model with 2.5-litre five cylinder turbo generating 390 PS (287 kW; 385 hp).[9][10][11] The plug-in hybrid combination delivers an approximate range of 50 km (31 mi) with a full-electric mode.[9]

  • Rear view
    Rear view
  • Cupra Formentor VZ5
    Cupra Formentor VZ5
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    Rear view
  • Interior
    Interior

Facelift

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At an event held in Spain on 7 June 2022, Cupra briefly showcased the facelift for the Formentor.[12] It was officially revealed in April 2024.[13] Changes includes a restyled front fascia with new LED headlight signature using three triangular elements, the rear fascia is also restyled with new full-width LED taillights using triangular elements, illuminated Cupra logo and updated bumper design, and alloy wheel designs. Inside, there is a larger touchscreen infotainment system at 12.9-inch with new software, the slider controls placed below the touchscreen used to control the air-con and audio volume became illuminated, and a new sound system by Sennheiser replacing Beats.

  • Cupra Formentor (facelift)
    Cupra Formentor (facelift)
  • Rear view
    Rear view

Safety

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Euro NCAP test results
Cupra Formentor 1.5 petrol (LHD) (2021)[14]
Test Points %
Overall:
Adult occupant: 35.6 93%
Child occupant: 43.6 88%
Pedestrian: 36.9 68%
Safety assist: 12.8 80%

Sales

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Year Europe[i] [15] Turkey Mexico Total production
2020 5,350 11,041[16]
2021 50,768 883[17] 58,863[18]
2022 2,910[19] 105,568[18]
2023 7,008[20] 3,799[21]
  1. ^ Europe: 2020 EU 27 + UK + Switzerland + Norway + Iceland

References

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  1. ^ "Countdown to the new CUPRA Formentor". www.seat-mediacenter.com. Archived from the original on 7 February 2021. Retrieved 6 September 2020.
  2. ^ "THAT'S HOW THE CUPRA FORMENTOR IS BORN". autodesignmagazine.com. 15 March 2019. Retrieved 27 August 2022.
  3. ^ "Cupra Formentor VZ5: five-pot range-topper brings 385bhp". Autocar.
  4. ^ "New 2020 Cupra Formentor arrives as brand's first unique model". Auto Express. Retrieved 6 September 2020.
  5. ^ "New Cupra Formentor to be officially revealed next week". Autocar. 26 February 2020. Retrieved 1 March 2020.
  6. ^ "The Cupra Formentor definitely isn't a Seat". Top Gear. 2 March 2020. Retrieved 6 September 2020.
  7. ^ "CUPRA Formentor: a unique concept-car for a special brand". www.seat-mediacenter.com. Archived from the original on 13 November 2019. Retrieved 6 September 2020.
  8. ^ "Cupra Formentor SUV Makes up to 306 HP, Offers Plug-in Hybrid Version". MotorTrend. 3 March 2020. Retrieved 6 September 2020.
  9. ^ a b "2020 Cupra Formentor SUV available to order". Carbuyer. Retrieved 6 September 2020.[permanent dead link‍]
  10. ^ "Cupra Formentor - Eerste kennismaking". AutoWeek.
  11. ^ "Cupra Formentor VZ5 Hot SUV Revealed With Inline-Five Audi Power". Motor1.com. Retrieved 20 December 2021.
  12. ^ "Cupra Formentor (2024). Un restylage bien visible". www.largus.fr. 9 June 2022.
  13. ^ Misoyannis, Alex (30 April 2024). "2025 Cupra Formentor and Leon facelifts unveiled, still a while away from Australia". Drive. Retrieved 3 January 2025.
  14. ^ https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/cupra/formentor/42254
  15. ^ Demandt, Bart (11 December 2020). "Cupra Formentor European Auto sales figures". carsalesbase.com. Retrieved 13 January 2023.
  16. ^ "Volkswagen Konzern - AR 20 - SEAT". annualreport2020.volkswagenag.com. Retrieved 17 April 2024.
  17. ^ García, Gerardo (8 January 2022). "Los 379 autos más vendidos de México en 2021: la lista completa del ranking de ventas". Motorpasión México (in Spanish). Retrieved 13 January 2023.
  18. ^ a b "SEAT". Volkswagen Group Annual Report 2022. Retrieved 17 April 2024.
  19. ^ García, Gerardo (6 January 2023). "Los 371 autos más vendidos de México en 2022: el ranking completo con todos los modelos". Motorpasión México (in Spanish). Retrieved 17 April 2024.
  20. ^ Gasnier, Matt (12 January 2024). "Turkiye Full Year 2023: Fiat Egea Sedan #1, Tiggo T10X #3 in December". Best Selling Cars Blog. Retrieved 17 April 2024.
  21. ^ García, Gerardo (10 January 2024). "Los autos más vendidos en México en 2023: así queda el ranking con los 389 modelos". Motorpasión México (in Spanish). Retrieved 17 April 2024.
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