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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
Cupra Formentor vs Mazda CX-5 Comparison
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2025 Cupra
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CX-5
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.5 and 8.8.
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Based on the Cupra Formentor VZe Tribe Edition PHEV
Based on the Mazda CX-5 G35 AKERA TURBO (AWD)
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Fun
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
40L - 55L
76 to 424 km
56L - 58L
386 to 476 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$51,990 - $67,990
$36,740 - $55,150
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CarExpert's Take
Jack Quick
Contributor
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
Max Davies
Marketplace Journalist
Max Davies drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Gutsy turbo engine
- Plush interior
- Cheaper than key rivals
Misses
- Very thirsty
- Steep servicing costs
- Gearbox a bit lacklustre
Colours Available
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
The 2024 Mazda CX-5 is available in the following exterior paint colours:
- Soul Red Crystal metallic
- Eternal Blue mica
- Deep Crystal Blue mica
- Jet Black mica
- Rhodium White metallic
- Sonic Silver metallic
- Zircon Sand metallic
- Machine Grey metallic
- Polymetal Grey metallic
- Platinum Quartz metallic
Metallic finishes cost an extra $795.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION, PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1395 - 1984 | 1998 - 2488 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 1.4L, 2.0L | 2.5L, 2.0L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 4 | 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 140kW - 228kW | 115kW - 170kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4200 - 5450 | 5000 - 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 320Nm - 400Nm | 200Nm - 420Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 2000 | 2000 - 4000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| 80 - 92.8 | 91.2 - 100 | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
