Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive vs Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive 4.9 s Runner-up: 6.0 s
Power winner Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive 333 hp Runner-up: 323 hp
Cargo winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus 854 L Runner-up: 420 L
Price winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus $42,750 Runner-up: $44,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive against the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus. 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 6.0 seconds for 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus. 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has the higher listed output at 333 hp; 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is rated at 323 hp, a difference of 10 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus at 500 Nm and 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive at 420 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 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 854 litres versus 420 litres, a difference of 434 litres. 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive carries the higher towing rating at 1,800 kg, while 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is listed at 1,588 kg. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is 496 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 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the lower listed starting price at $42,750, 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.

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Specification Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus2025
Performance
0-100 km/h4.9 s6.0 s
Top Speed250 km/h200 km/h
Power333 hp323 hp
Torque420 Nm500 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range42 km
Battery17.8 kWh
Fuel Tank55 L58 L
Efficiency8.2 L/100km2.5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions187 g/km57 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,450 mm4,946 mm
Ground Clearance168 mm195 mm
Cargo420 L854 L
Curb Weight1,570 kg2,090 kg
Towing1,800 kg1,588 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.0 m12.0 m
Starting MSRP$44,900$42,750

Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive vs Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.9 seconds, versus 6.0 seconds for 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 200 km/h (124 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has more power at 333 hp, a 10 hp advantage over 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has more listed cargo space at 854 litres (30.2 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 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,800 kg (3,968 lb), compared with 1,588 kg (3,501 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Cupra Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI 4Drive or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is heavier at 2,090 kg (4,608 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 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $42,750 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 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

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.