8.3
2023 Cupra Formentor VZ review
More exciting than Volkswagen’s go-fast SUVs in every way. The Formentor VZ hits the sweet spot all things considered.
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2022 Cupra Formentor vs 2024 Peugeot 408 Comparison
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8.3
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Based on the Cupra Formentor VZ
Based on the Peugeot 408 GT PHEV
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
FunFuel Efficiency
40L - 55L
76 to 424 km
40L
52 km
Warranty
5 year
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CarExpert's Take
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Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Distinctive exterior design turns heads
- Handsome interior backs up exterior
- PHEV powertrain more polished than before
Misses
- Stylish body impedes on practicality
- Pretty interior possesses some tech quirks
- Why do we only get a PHEV?
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
- Panoramic Sunroof - Glass (+$2,100)
- Power Sunroof (+$2,000)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TURBO DIESEL DIR INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1395 - 1984 | 1598 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.4L | 1.6L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4 | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | NOT PROVIDED | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | - | |
| Power | ||
| 110kW - 228kW | 132kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4200 - 5450 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 250Nm - 400Nm | 250Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 2000 | 1750 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.3 - 12.2 | - | |
