Cupra Formentor - Boot space, comfort & practicality
The Cupra Formentor offers decent interior space, although plug-in hybrid models have a reduced boot capacity
If you’re prioritising overall practicality then you might find that the Formentor is a little compromised - particularly in terms of boot space. But, Cupra has ensured its sporty SUV comes laden with useful touches to make life on the road just a bit easier to manage.
Standard kit includes electrically adjustable, folding and heated door mirrors, wireless smartphone charging, three-zone climate control and integrated navigation with a three-year subscription to features such as online traffic information and map updates. Take a step up from the entry V1 specification and you’ll benefit from heated front seats, a power tailgate and a rear view camera.
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4,451mm |
| Width | 1,839mm |
| Height | 1,511mm |
| Number of seats | Five |
| Boot space | 450 litres (1.5 TSI & 1.5 eTSI), 345 litres (e-Hybrid), 420 litres (2.0 TSI 4Drive) |
Dimensions and size
The Formentor is 4,451mm long, 1,839mm wide (excluding mirrors) and 1,511mm tall, which means it’s not as long or as wide as a Peugeot 408, but it is slightly taller. The Formentor is a tad longer than the Cupra Ateca, though.
How practical is the Cupra Formentor?
Seats & space in the front
The Formentor measures a little longer than the Ateca SUV, which means (despite its low, coupe-style roofline) the Formentor still offers reasonable practicality. There’s plenty of space up front which should be fine for most people, and you feel well cosseted - able to position the front sports seats lower than you might think.
Seats & space in the back
Even with the chunky front seats, it doesn’t feel too claustrophobic in the back. Should you want the interior to feel even more airy, a panoramic sunroof costs around £1,500 – although that will have an impact on head room. Those buying the Formentor as a family car will no doubt be utilising the two ISOFIX child seat anchor points on the outer positions of the rear seats. The securing rings are located behind some easily removable plastic tabs.
Boot
Boot capacity is a mixed bag with the Formentor. Two-wheel drive petrol models feature a generous 450-litre capacity, which is already 86 litres less than you get in a Peugeot 408, but adding four-wheel drive reduces the Cupra’s boot capacity by a further 30 litres.
Four-wheel drive models still have a slightly bigger boot than the Cupra Leon or Volkswagen Golf GTI, though. The plug-in hybrid Formentors, meanwhile, have just 345 litres of boot space, which isn’t particularly impressive for a car of this size, and again, it’s less than you get in a Peugeot 408 PHEV.
Towing
Up a 12 per cent gradient - and in either e-Hybrid or 2.0 TSI 310 4Drive forms - the Formentor can tow a braked trailer weighing up to 1,700kg. Choose a 1.5 TSI version and the towing limit falls to 1,500kg. Having a towbar installed costs around £850.
