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2024 Cupra Formentor VZe review
The plug-in hybrid Formentor may not be the obvious option, but those wanting an fun electrified SUV could be onto a winner... for a price.
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James Wong
Lexus NX vs Cupra Formentor Comparison
Lexus NX
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Based on the Lexus NX
Based on the Cupra Formentor VZe PHEV
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
FunFuel Efficiency
55L
275 km
40L - 55L
76 to 424 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
4 year
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MSRP
$71,600 - $89,900
$51,990 - $66,490
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CarExpert's Take
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James Wong
Production Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Sharp looks will turn heads
- Focused on fun with PHEV efficiency
- Still thrifty on fuel as conventional hybrid
Misses
- Getting pricey
- Isn't as fast or fun as VZx
- Still requires option packs
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
- Premium Paint (+$1,750)
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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
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Specs
| Type | ||
| MULTI POINT F/INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 2487 | 1395 - 1984 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.5L | 2.0L, 1.4L | |
| Induction | ||
| INLINE 4 | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 140kW | 110kW - 228kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 6000 | 4200 - 5450 | |
| Torque | ||
| 239Nm | 250Nm - 400Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4300 | 1500 - 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 14 | 9.3 - 12.2 | |
