Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive vs Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive 4.9 s Runner-up: 8.5 s
Power winner Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive 333 hp Runner-up: 265 hp
Cargo winner Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD 540 L Runner-up: 420 L
Price winner Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD $42,990 Runner-up: $44,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive against the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD. 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 plug-in hybrid 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 8.5 seconds for 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD. 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has the higher listed output at 333 hp; 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD is rated at 265 hp, a difference of 68 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive at 420 Nm and 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD at 367 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

2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 540 litres versus 420 litres, a difference of 120 litres. 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive carries the higher towing rating at 1,800 kg, while 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD is listed at 1,350 kg. 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD is 65 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

2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD has the lower listed starting price at $42,990, compared with $44,900 for 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive. 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.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD2025
Performance
0-100 km/h4.9 s8.5 s
Top Speed250 km/h191 km/h
Power333 hp265 hp
Torque420 Nm367 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range67 km
Battery13.8 kWh
Fuel Tank55 L42 L
Efficiency8.2 L/100km1.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions187 g/km27 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,450 mm4,515 mm
Ground Clearance168 mm185 mm
Cargo420 L540 L
Curb Weight1,570 kg1,985 kg
Towing1,800 kg1,350 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.0 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$44,900$42,990

Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive vs Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.9 seconds, versus 8.5 seconds for 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 191 km/h (119 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has more power at 333 hp, a 68 hp advantage over 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD has more listed cargo space at 540 litres (19.1 cu ft), versus 420 litres (14.8 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,800 kg (3,968 lb), compared with 1,350 kg (2,976 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD 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 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $42,990 USD, compared with $44,900 USD for 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

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.