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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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Cupra Formentor vs Toyota RAV4 Comparison
Cupra Formentor
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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 Toyota RAV4 EDGE (AWD) HYBRID
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Fun
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
40L - 55L
76 to 424 km
55L
259 to 264 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$51,990 - $67,990
$42,260 - $58,360
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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
Jack Quick
Contributor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Efficient hybrid powertrain
- Plenty of interior space
- Cheap servicing
Misses
- Droning petrol engine
- Slow, beeping power tailgate
- Orange highlights aren't for everyone
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 Toyota RAV4 is available in nine different colours, however not all are available across all variants. The following are available on the Cruiser and GXL:
- Glacier White
- Crystal Pearl
- Silver Sky
- Graphite
- Atomic Rush (red)
- Eclipse Black
- Mineral Blue
- Saturn Blue
The GX misses out on Crystal Pearl. The XSE missed out on Crystal Pearl, Atomic Rush, Eclipse lack and Saturn Blue.
The top-spec Toyota RAV4 Edge misses out on the two white colours and Saturn Blue but it does get its own unique Jungle Khaki colour.
Premium paint is a $675 option.
A full list of colours for the 2022 range has yet to be announced.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | GASOLINE DIRECT INJECTION & MULTI-POINT | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1395 - 1984 | 2487 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 1.4L, 2.0L | 2.5L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 4 | 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 140kW - 228kW | 160kW - 163kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4200 - 5450 | - | |
| Torque | ||
| 320Nm - 400Nm | - | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 2000 | - | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| 80 - 92.8 | 103.4 | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
