The new CUPRA Formentor is designed to merge the performance of both the combustion and electrified powertrains.

It will be available with a wide range of powertrains, including four different technologies: TSI (petrol), eTSI (mild hybrid), TDI (diesel) and a new generation of eHybrid engines (plug-in hybrid). In total, there are eight different powertrain options, from 150PS to 333PS.

The entry point for the new CUPRA Formentor is the new 1.5 litre TSI petrol unit which delivers 150PS (110kW), linked to a 6-speed manual transmission.

Performance is enhanced in the larger 2.0 litre TSI petrol engine, with an output of 204PS (150kW), linked to a 7-speed DSG dual-clutch transmission and all-wheel drive (4Drive).

At the top of the new CUPRA Formentor’s line-up are the VZ variants. VZ stands for Veloz in Spanish, meaning quick or fast, a seamless way to describe the most powerful versions of the Crossover SUV.

The new CUPRA Formentor VZ will be available with two combustion options. The first one delivers 265PS (195kW), linked to a 7-speed DSG gearbox and front-wheel drive.

The second one delivers 333PS (245kW), also linked to a 7-speed DSG gearbox, introducing a new drive mode with drivetrain calibrated for racetrack by CUPRA engineers and equipped with torque splitter technology and optional Akebono brakes.

Specifically developed for this engine is an exclusive CUPRA Mode, including a racetrack optimized pedal and gearbox calibration, high dynamic torque response due to open-throttle retention, a shift light indicator and the engine calibration developed by the Technical Centre in Martorell.

Housed on the rear axle, the system is electro-hydraulically controlled with two independent clutches and allow for independent torque control on each rear wheel. This means that it can shift power between rear left and rear right wheels during cornering giving the CUPRA Formentor VZ even greater dexterity when driving becomes more focused.

The CUPRA Formentor VZ’s chassis system allowed engineers to include a Drift Mode. When you’re on a racetrack, the high-performance crossover SUV can show its character as a truly fun car. In this mode, the ESC is in sport mode and using the torque splitter technology, full power can be directed to one rear wheel, helping push the car around a bend as if it was pirouetting.

And when maximum braking control is needed the CUPRA Formentor VZ delivers thanks to its standard 18” brakes; the Formentor VZ can also be equipped with optional brakes with six piston Akebono callipers (375mm x 36mm). Its reassurance amplified no matter what the requirements.

The CUPRA Formentor is now also available with a mild hybrid option (eTSI). This version allows the Crossover SUV to provide even greater efficiency levels. The system, which is available with the 1.5 litre 150PS (110kW) petrol engine, exclusively in combination with the DSG transmission, mates 48V mild-hybrid technology to the combustion engine, which not only adds the efficiency of electrification but also comfort.

The system uses a 48V starter-generator and 48V lithium-ion battery, and efficiency gains obtained, in part, because the system allows the CUPRA Formentor to coast with the engine switched off during some driving scenarios, recover energy under braking and supporting the engine with some electric assistance. The system has been improved and the car now also ignites via the 48V system, making it even smoother (compared to the previous 12V system).

Diesel is also part of the new CUPRA Formentor’s powertrain line-up, an important version for some markets and customers. Meeting the requirements, the 2.0 litre TDI is linked to a 7-speed DSG gearbox and producing 150PS (110kW). 

With the new generation of plug-in hybrid powertrain, CUPRA proves once again that electrification and performance are a perfect match.

The new CUPRA Formentor houses two next generation eHybrid powertrain options: 204PS (150kW) and 272PS (200kW).

Both are equipped with the new 1.5 TSI engine, an electric motor, and a larger battery pack that now offers 19,7kWh (net). It allows the new CUPRA Formentor to deliver eco-conscious excitement and a pure electric range of more than 100km. The battery can now be fast charged at up to 50kW (DC charge) while on the road, or at home using a 11kW Wallbox (previously 3.6kW).

The CUPRA Formentor VZ e-HYBRID (200kW/272PS) can be equipped with Brembo brakes. Four pistons Brembo calipers combine with bigger perforated disc brakes compared to standard options (370x32mm), offering increased braking performance.