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2023 Cupra Formentor
The first 2023 Cupra Formentors has been updated slightly with a surround-view camera now standard on the VZx, and the flagship model’s price has been increased by $500.
Pricing for the Formentor is otherwise unchanged, though all models receive towing pre-wiring for 2023.
The flagship Formentor VZx now lists for $61,990 plus on-road costs or $66,990 drive-away, there is also the optional Brembo brake package ($4150) and Petrol Blue matte paint ($2000).
If that’s a little exxy for you, the range starts at $54,990 drive-away for the Formentor VZ, which runs a 140kW 2.0 TSI drivetrain shared with the likes of the Audi A3 40 TFSI quattro, Skoda Karoq Sportline and Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line, though retains the bulk of the VZx’s standard specification.
There’s also mid-tier VZ and VZe versions, the former running the VW Golf GTI’s 180kW 2.0 TSI powertrain with front-wheel drive, the latter debuting the VW Group’s 180kW 1.4 TSI plug-in hybrid drivetrain in Australia with a claimed EV driving range of up to 58 kilometres.
Retail Price
$49,990 - $66,490†
Transmission
6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Electric or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Front-wheel Drive
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Retail Price
$49,990 - $66,490†
Transmission
6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Electric or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Front-wheel Drive
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Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
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2023 Cupra Formentor
Available Variants
The Cupra Formentor comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being V and the most expensive being Vzx Rojo Edition.
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Power to Weight
84.44 - 135.39 kW/t
64.6 kW/t
175.64 kW/t
Boot Space
345 - 450 litres
220 litres
540 litres
Fuel Efficiency
1.9 - 7.7 L/100km
1.9 L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Vehicle Range
714 - 2,105 km
460 km
2,105 km
Price
$49,990 - $66,490
$35,990
$121,900
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
4 years
7 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
24 months
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
12.8 kWh
0.2 kWh
78 kWh
AC Charging (max kW)
3.6 kW
2.3 kW
22 kW
Vehicle Range (EV)
58 km
58 km
560 km
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Dimensions
4,450 mm
1,839 mm
in mirror: 1,992 mm
in mirror: 1,992 mm
1,511 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,450 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,839 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 1,992 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,511 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,700 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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News
James Wong
2026 Cupra Formentor: New engines detailed for Australia
The facelifted Cupra Formentor will offer updated petrol, mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains when it arrives early in 2026.
2 Months Ago
James Wong
2026 Cupra Formentor VZ5: Five-cylinder performance hero confirmed for Australia
Cupra's RSQ3-powered Formentor is headed Down Under late in 2026, boasting a thumping 287kW/480Nm 2.5-litre five-cylinder turbo engine.
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James Wong
Cupra Formentor VZx: $10,000 slashed off popular performance hero
The 228kW Cupra Formentor VZx is officially in runout, with the Spanish brand advertising prices as low as $51,990 drive-away.
2 Months Ago
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Cupra Formentor is the V that starts from $49,990.
See all Cupra Formentor PricingThe most expensive Cupra Formentor is the Vzx Rojo Edition that starts from $66,490.
See all Cupra Formentor PricingThe best towing capacity of a Cupra Formentor is 1800 kg offered by the following variants: VZx, Matrix Edition and Vzx Rojo Edition.
See all Cupra Formentor towing capacityThe largest Cupra Formentor is the VZ which measures 1839mm wide, 4446mm in length and sits 1520mm tall.
The most powerful Cupra Formentor is the VZx which has 228kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Cupra Formentor is built in Spain and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Cupra Formentor is the VZx which weighs null kg (kerb weight).
The Cupra Formentor may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Electric.
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