Here is the cheapest new Cupra currently available
This page is translated from the original post "Voici la Cupra neuve la moins chère du moment" in French.
- 01/11/2023 10:56
The new sports-oriented brand from the Volkswagen group, Cupra, is enjoying great success, thanks to the quality of its products.
Formerly the sporty label of the Spanish manufacturer Seat, itself owned by the German group Volkswagen, Cupra is now a fully independent brand. The brand’s positioning is undeniably sporty, with sleek, muscular, and desirable body designs.
The magic of marketing transforms modest German family vehicles into more sexy and expressive products. Not everyone will like it, and that’s a good thing. There’s a taste for everyone.
That said, the era is no longer really suited for highly consumption-oriented combustion engines, and Cupra is currently making a splash with its offerings that have moderate power. Mobiwisy is interested today, on November 1, 2023, in a current offer where the very successful Cupra Formentor is priced at 38,950 euros… before ecological bonus. Yes. Let’s quickly set aside this aspect in the first chapter.
Powertrain
In this entry-level trim, the Formentor features a 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine developing generously 150 horsepower. This power is transmitted exclusively to the front wheels via a 7-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission.
With a WLTP mixed-cycle approved consumption of 6.7 liters per 100 km (roughly 8 liters in real-world conditions), the registration tax indicates 151 g/km. This results in an ecological penalty of 1,629 euros. In 2024, this figure will rise to 2,370 euros! Making the total cost around 40,579 euros.
Exterior
No complaints on this front, everything is there: 18-inch aluminum wheels, muscle lines on the hood, a muscular body kit, black roof rails, rear spoiler, LED headlights.
The matte anthracite gray color is designed to emphasize the 3D lines. Here we have a very attractive and appealing family SUV.
Interior
The interior ambiance is admittedly dark, but high-quality materials and personalized details brighten the overall feel.
On equipment, it’s very good:
- electric, foldable, and defrostable exterior mirrors
- parking assistance system
- GPS navigation
- digital radio
- premium audio system front/rear
- 3-zone climate control
- electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
- Tinted rear windows
- Multi-function heated leather steering wheel
- Cruise control with distance radar
Conclusion
At just over 40,500 euros, the Cupra Formentor is not exactly accessible to all budgets. It pays for its build quality and sporty positioning. It directly competes with a Tesla Model Y after the ecological bonus is deducted… but also costs 2,500 euros more than a Tesla Model 3.
Its contained power is sufficient for family outings, while the equipment is standard, nothing more. Driving a Cupra Formentor is therefore very much a personal choice but one made with common sense.
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