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2025 Cupra Formentor VZe Tribe Edition review
While this limited-edition Cupra Formentor may look like a flagship VZx, it instead packs a PHEV powertrain with up to 58km of EV range.
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Jack Quick
2024 BMW X3 vs 2024 Cupra Formentor Comparison
BMW X3
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Cupra Formentor
2024 BMW
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2024 Cupra
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.8.
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Based on the BMW X3
Based on the Cupra Formentor VZe Tribe Edition PHEV
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
FunFuel Efficiency
50L - 68L
55 to 721 km
40L - 55L
76 to 424 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$76,600 - $169,500
$51,990 - $67,990
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CarExpert's Take
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Jack Quick
Assistant Production Editor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Unique looks
- Fantastic fundamental touch points
- Fun dynamic driving experience
Misses
- Only a limited-edition model
- Some infotainment glitches
- Engine note lacks character
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
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- Metallic Paint Premium (+$475)
- Panoramic Sunroof - Glass (+$2,100)
Colours Available
The 2023 BMW X3 is available in the following exterior paint colours, depending on the variant.
- Alpine White
- M Carbon Black
- Black Sapphire
- Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect
- Mineral White (not available on M40i)
- Phytonic Blue
- M Brooklyn Grey
- M Sao Paulo Yellow (M Competition only)
- M Marina Bay Blue (M Competition only)
- M Toronto Red (M Competition only)
The Formentor is available in the following metallic finishes:
- Nevada White
- Magnetic Tech
- Midnight Black
- Asphalt Blue
The following premium metallic finishes are a $475 option:
- Desire Red (excludes VZx)
- Graphene Grey
- Dark Camouflage
The following matte finishes are a $2300 option exclusive to the VZx:
- Petrol Blue
- Magnetic Tech
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO CDI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO MPFI | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1995 - 2998 | 1395 - 1984 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.0L, 2.0L | 2.0L, 1.4L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| DIESEL TURBO 6, DIESEL TURBO 4, TURBO 4, TURBO 6 | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 - 24 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 135kW - 375kW | 110kW - 228kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4000 - 5950 | 4200 - 5450 | |
| Torque | ||
| 300Nm - 650Nm | 250Nm - 400Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1350 - 2750 | 1500 - 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.3 - 16.5 | 9.3 - 12.2 | |
