Is Cupra as good as VW?
Not only was the Cupra R better styled, toned and girded for the job, but it was also much cheaper than the VW despite sharing the parts platform. It was also very fast – its 221bhp good for 6. Cupra Formentor: the more fun option You get a wide range of engines to choose from in the Cupra Formentor, from a frugal 1. It’s also more engaging to drive than the Volkswagen, especially if you go for the most powerful engine.
Does CUPRA use Audi engines?
The long-rumoured five-cylinder version of Cupra’s new Formentor SUV is now official, with a 2. Audi RS Q3 producing 385bhp and 354lb-ft. Despite its sportier looks, the Cupra has marginally more legroom than the Audi, and the Q3 has more elbow room. Both cars have decent boot space, but the PHEV versions cut the volume by a few litres. The Audi’s 488-litre load bay is reduced to 375 litres in the e-hybrid.