Compare the Cupra Formentor vs Hyundai Kona

Not quite an SUV, but genuinely sporty fun
Carwow’s own expert rating out of 10 - how our reviewers rate this car overall for value, comfort, kit and driving experience
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8/10
Strikingly styled SUV, and massive inside too
Carwow’s own expert rating out of 10 - how our reviewers rate this car overall for value, comfort, kit and driving experience
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7/10

AI generated from our expert reviews

Both the Cupra Formentor and the Hyundai Kona provide plenty of headroom and generous legroom for tall passengers in the back. Behind the wheel, the Kona offers a commanding driving position, whereas you should look elsewhere if you want a high-up driving position in the Formentor, which lets you set the seat pretty low. On the motorway, you will notice rather a lot of road noise from the Formentor's wide tyres, while the Kona treats you to little wind and road noise. Adjusting the temperature on the move is quick and easy using dashboard buttons in the Kona, but the touch-sensitive climate controls in the Formentor are annoying to use. The Formentor can also tow more than the Kona.

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'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

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V1 1.5 TSI 150 Petrol Manual

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Advance 1.0T 115 Petrol Manual

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Standard kit

  • Android Auto
    Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Apple CarPlay
    Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Climate control
    Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
  • Cruise control
    Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
  • Navigation
    Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
  • Parking Sensors
    Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
  • Touchscreen infotainment
    A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
  • Android Auto
    Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Apple CarPlay
    Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Climate control
    Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
  • Cruise control
    Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
  • Navigation
    Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
  • Parking Camera
    A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
  • Parking Sensors
    Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
  • Touchscreen infotainment
    A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
  • Tow hitch
    A fitted towbar for pulling a trailer, caravan or bike rack.

Key information

Body type Estate cars Body type SUVs
Available fuel types Petrol Available fuel types Petrol
Number of seats 5 Number of seats 5
Boot space, seats up 450 litres (3 suitcases) Boot space, seats up 466 litres (3 suitcases) Best
Boot space, seats down — Boot space, seats down 1,300 litres
External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,484 mm x 1,852 mm x 1,537 mm External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,385 mm x 1,825 mm x ?? mm
Towing capacity 1,500 kg Best Towing capacity 1,210 kg
First year tax rate £560 First year tax rate £560
Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
46.3 mpg
Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
47.9 mpg Best
Drive type Front wheel drive Drive type Front wheel drive
Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
Group 21 · average
Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
Group 19 · good Best
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Drivetrain & power

Engine name 1.5 TSI 150 Engine name 1.0T 115
Engine size 1.5 L Petrol • 150 BHP Engine size 1.0 L Petrol • 115 BHP
Body type Estate cars Body type SUVs
Fuel type Petrol Fuel type Petrol
Transmission Manual Transmission Manual
Drive type Front wheel drive Drive type Front wheel drive
Forward gears 6 Forward gears 6
Acceleration 9.0 s (0-60 mph) Best Acceleration 11.9 s (0-60 mph)

Dimensions & space

Number of seats 5 Number of seats 5
Number of doors 5 Number of doors 5
Boot (seats up) 450 litres Boot (seats up) 466 litres Best
Boot (seats down) — Boot (seats down) 1,300 litres
Length 4,484 mm Length 4,385 mm
Width 1,852 mm Width 1,825 mm
Height 1,537 mm Height —
Wheelbase 2.68 m Wheelbase 2.66 m
Turning circle 11.4 m Turning circle 10.6 m

Full features list

  • Matt paint
  • Metallic paint
  • PVC/Cloth - Black with copper stitching + sport seat
  • Premium metallic paint
  • Space saver spare wheel
  • Tow bar pre-installation
  • Tow bar pre-installation with hook
  • 3 point seatbelts on all rear seats
  • Anti-lock brake system
  • Brake control system - ESC and brake booster
  • Child proof door locks
  • Driver and front passenger airbags with front passenger airbag de-activation
  • Electronic parking brake
  • Front and rear disc brakes
  • Front side curtain airbags
  • Hill hold control
  • Public e-call
  • Seat belt reminder for front and rear seats
  • Tyre pressure monitoring system
  • 12V socket
  • 2 front and 2 rear reading lights
  • 3 seat bench in 2nd row
  • 60/40 split rear bench seat with armrest and mechanical seat release
  • Black headlining
  • Dust/pollen filter
  • Front and rear head restraints
  • Front centre armrest
  • Height/reach adjust steering wheel
  • Illuminated aluminium doorsteps
  • Illuminated interior front door sills
  • Illuminated sunvisor with mirror
  • Interior ambient lighting
  • Isofix
  • Leather multi function steering wheel
  • Manually adjustable height and lumbar support for front seats
  • PVC/Cloth upholstery with copper stitching + Sport seats
  • Single front passenger seat
  • Storage pockets on rear of front seats
  • Three zone climate control with control panel in rear
  • Variable luggage/load compartment floor
  • Automatic dimming rear view mirror
  • Body colour door handles
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • Dark grey wing mirror
  • Daytime running lights with automatic headlight control and Coming and Leaving home function
  • Door panel ambient lighting
  • Dynamic headlight range control
  • Electric front/rear windows
  • Electrically adjustable, heated and folding door mirrors
  • Gloss black roof rails and window surrounds
  • High beam assist
  • LED 3rd brake light
  • LED Headlights
  • LED Taillights with dynamic indicator
  • LED front fog lamps with cornering function
  • Rain sensing wipers
  • Rear diffuser with black simulated exhaust pipes
  • Rear fog lights
  • Rear side wing doors
  • Rear wash/wipe
  • Solid paint
  • Tinted rear windows
  • Welcome lights (within exterior mirror housing)
  • Anti theft alarm system
  • Central locking system Keyless Go
  • Locking wheel bolts
  • 10.25" digital cockpit and configurable dashboard
  • Adaptive cruise control with follow-to-stop and speed limiter
  • Driver alert system with driver monitoring
  • Driving profile selection
  • Dynamic road sign display
  • Emergency steering support with turn assist
  • Forward collision warning with automatic braking
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • Front cross traffic assist
  • Full link phone integration (Wireless apple carplay and android auto)
  • Lane assist
  • Progressive steering
  • RPM, trip computer, outside temp gauge, instrument light brightness, low fuel warning light, lights on reminder, gearshift indicator
  • Service interval indicator
  • Voice control system
  • Wireless phone charger
  • 2 front and 2 rear USB type C sockets
  • 7 speakers
  • Media system with navigation, 12.9" touchscreen display, voice control, DAB, steering wheel mounted controls
  • CUPRA sport suspension
  • Electronic locking differential and dynamic traction support
  • Start/stop system with regenerative braking
  • Copper and aluminium interior detailing
  • Warranty - 5 years/90,000 miles
  • 18" Sonora machined silver alloy wheels
  • Breakdown and tool kit
  • Cloth - Black
  • Metallic paint
  • Pearlescent paint
  • Special solid paint
  • Alarm/immobiliser
  • Rear occupant alert
  • Remote central locking
  • Smart key with keyless entry and start/stop button
  • 12.25" digital instrument cluster
  • 12.3" touchscreen centre console display satellite navigation with bluelink, live services and mapcare
  • Bluetooth connectivity with voice recognition
  • Cruise control
  • Driver status monitor (DSM)
  • Driver supervision instrument cluster with 12.3" LCD display
  • Feature on demand - Enabled
  • Forward collision avoidance assist (FCA 1.5) - Car,pededstrian,cycle and junction turning
  • Front parking sensor
  • Intelligent speed limit assist
  • Lane follow assist
  • Lane keep assist
  • Leading vehicle departure alert (LVDA)
  • Parking system with rear camera and guidance system
  • Power assisted steering
  • Rear parking sensor
  • Roadside assistance
  • Wireless Smartphone Integration includes Apple CarPlay and Android auto
  • eCall emergency call system
  • Automatic dimming rear view mirror
  • Automatic headlights with dusk sensor
  • Automatic windscreen wipers with rain sensor
  • Black painted wheel arch inserts
  • Body Colour Exterior Door Handles
  • Body coloured door mirrors
  • Door mirror LED indicator lights
  • Electric front windows with anti-trap mechanism and one touch control
  • Electric rear windows
  • Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors
  • Full LED MFR headlights
  • LED daytime running lights
  • LED taillights
  • LED upper and lower rear lights
  • Power folding door mirrors
  • Rear roof spoiler with integrated LED brake light
  • Rear side wing doors
  • Rear skid plate - silver
  • Rear wiper
  • Roof rails
  • Solid paint
  • Tinted glass in front and rear doors
  • Windscreen auto defog function
  • 12V power outlet in front console
  • 2 zone climate control
  • 3 seat bench in 2nd row
  • 40/20/40 split folding rear seat
  • Adjustable head restraints
  • Cloth upholstery
  • Driver and passenger front seat pockets
  • Driver's seat lumbar support
  • Driver/passenger manual seat height adjustment
  • Driver/passenger sunvisors and illuminated vanity mirrors
  • Floor mats
  • Height/reach adjustable steering column
  • LED centre interior light
  • LED front interior light
  • Leather steering wheel
  • Leather wrapped steering wheel and gear knob
  • Luggage compartment LED lighting
  • Luggage shelf
  • Metal paint effect interior door handles
  • Rear centre armrest with cupholders
  • Single front passenger seat
  • Vertical adjustment rear head restraints
  • 17" Alloy wheels
  • Temporary mobility kit (TMK)
  • Airbag - front,front side,curtain and centre front airbag
  • Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
  • Childproof rear door locks
  • Downhill brake control
  • Electric parking brake
  • Electronic stability control
  • Fixed 3 point for second row centre passenger seatbelt
  • Hill start assist control (HAC)
  • Rear seat alert
  • Tyre pressure monitoring system
  • 2 front USB C and 2 rear USB C charging points
  • DAB Digital radio
  • Speakers - Front,rear and tweeters
  • Steering wheel audio,phone and cruise controls
  • Trailer wiring package - Kona
  • Five year annual vehicle health checks

'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.