Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive 4.9 s Runner-up: 7.3 s
Power winner Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive 333 hp Runner-up: 229 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD 527 L Runner-up: 420 L
Price winner Tie $44,900 Same value

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive against the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a petrol powertrain and the other a battery-electric system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.9 seconds, compared with 7.3 seconds for 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD. 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has the higher listed output at 333 hp; 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD is rated at 229 hp, a difference of 104 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive at 420 Nm and 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD at 350 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 527 litres versus 420 litres, a difference of 107 litres. 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive carries the higher towing rating at 1,800 kg, while 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD is listed at 1,600 kg. 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD is 265 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

The two entries have the same listed starting price of $44,900. 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD2026
Performance
0-100 km/h4.9 s7.3 s
Top Speed250 km/h185 km/h
Power333 hp229 hp
Torque420 Nm350 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range570 km
Battery84 kWh
Fuel Tank55 L
Efficiency8.2 L/100km14.7 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions187 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging258 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,450 mm4,715 mm
Ground Clearance168 mm160 mm
Cargo420 L527 L
Curb Weight1,570 kg1,985 kg
Towing1,800 kg1,600 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.0 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$44,900$44,900

Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.9 seconds, versus 7.3 seconds for 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 185 km/h (115 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has more power at 333 hp, a 104 hp advantage over 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has more listed cargo space at 527 litres (18.6 cu ft), versus 420 litres (14.8 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,800 kg (3,968 lb), compared with 1,600 kg (3,527 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD is heavier at 1,985 kg (4,376 lb), while 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive is listed at 1,570 kg (3,461 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

Both entries have the same listed starting MSRP of $44,900 USD.

Which is better, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.