Cupra teases the upcoming 100% electric Volkswagen models

Cupra announces the Raval, a sporty city car that marks the resurgence of small electric vehicles in Europe.

With the Raval, Cupra is clearly taking the lead in a battle that promises to be crucial for the Volkswagen group: the race for affordable small electric cars. After consolidating its offerings in family and premium segments, the German giant is set to make a strong comeback in the more accessible categories with a series of four models planned for 2026. The first salvo will be Spanish, produced in Martorell, and it carries a name that evokes the lively streets of Barcelona.

Unlike most current electric city cars, the Cupra Raval does not solely rely on compactness or efficiency. The brand has chosen to make it a model with a distinctly sporty character. Its technical foundation, the all-new MEB+ platform configured for front-wheel drive, supports an in-depth focus on dynamics: lowered chassis, adaptive damping, sharp steering, and fully electronic braking to improve pedal precision. These are features rarely seen at this price point.

Cheeky little Iberian

From its entry-level version, the Raval shows impressive performance levels: 210 hp from a single motor and a next-generation LFP battery promising up to 450 km of range. The equipment is modern and premium, featuring Matrix LED headlights, enhanced driving aids, and an audio system developed with Sennheiser.

For those seeking a more radical experience, Cupra will offer a VZ version. With 226 hp, 290 Nm, wider tracks, bucket seats, and 19-inch wheels, this version positions itself immediately against emerging electric sports cars like the Alpine A290 or the Mini Cooper JCW. Despite this very dynamic orientation, the range remains remarkable for the category, around 400 km WLTP.

The final design remains largely concealed, but prototypes hint at taut lines and a pronounced lighting signature. The interior has yet to be showcased, proving that Cupra wants to manage the element of surprise until the launch.

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Expected to be priced around €26,000, produced in Spain, and potentially eligible for eco bonuses, the Raval will serve as a foundational model for a whole new generation of compact electric cars at Volkswagen. It will be closely followed by the Volkswagen ID. Polo, and then two urban SUVs, before the arrival of a competitor for the electric Renault Twingo priced around €20,000 in 2027. An ambitious program, of which the Raval today offers a first glimpse, proudly sporty and decidedly European.

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