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Tavascan Formentor Terramar Leon Sportstourer
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CUPRA Tavascan

The Tavascan is more than an EV—it's a statement: aggressive exterior lines, a cockpit-like interior, and dual-motor thrills (VZ) paired with practical space.

    • Kiwi GT
    The CUPRA Tavascan VZ has one obvious advantage

    “As usual, Cupra has knocked it out of the park when it comes to styling, and it may be the most compelling reason to buy the Tavascan in an incredibly competitive EV market.”

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    • Giltrap TV
    2026 Cupra Tavascan | EV With Attitude

    “The CUPRA Tavascan has arrived in New Zealand, and it's one of the boldest electric SUVs to hit our roads. In this Giltrap TV drive review, we take a close look at CUPRA's flagship EV — from its striking design and sci-fi-inspired interior to its 250kW dual-motor performance and real-world range.”

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    • Driven Car Guide
    Cupra Tavascan first drive: nuts and volts and more

    “Concept car looks' is an overused phrase, but it's fair to say Cupra followed through on the Tavascan show car from 2019.”

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    • Stuff Motoring
    First drive: Cupra Tavascan, stunning electric car arrives in NZ

    “And indeed, the Tavascan is quite a fun EV to sling around a fun piece of tarmac. It's lightfooted, and more communicative than most other electrics in its group.”

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    CUPRA Formentor

    With these updates, the Cupra Formentor is set to continue its success, offering both high performance and a range of options to suit various tastes and needs, all wrapped in a visually striking package.

      • AA Motoring
      Cupra Formentor V

      "The Cupra V offers a premium experience for buyers who understand the European market and want to venture away from mainstream brands or for those looking to step into a premium European brand without the price tag to match."

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      • Autocar
      2025 CUPRA Formentor VZ Review

      "It's still a proper riot, especially in the more vibrant Cupra mode where it's amongst the fastest, most dynamic and tastiest compact crossovers available at present"

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      • Driven Car Guide
      Cupra Formentor full review: V impressive

      "Formentor has always had an appeal all its own, partly because it's a bit of a conversation piece. Is it a tall hatch, low SUV or just an all-round genre-bender? It's hard to put it in a box, and that's kind of cool."

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      CUPRA Terramar

      The Terramar brings a striking design language, with bold elements like sharp-edged headlights and full-width LED taillights, highlighting the SUV's athletic appearance.

        • Kiwi GT
        Sporty meets sensible - Who wins?

        Overall, this design punches well above its weight. If you're looking for a family car that genuinely excites visually, you've found it.

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        • Tarmac Life
        First drive: Cupra Terramar, the 'big-terramarone' for VW's cool kid brand

        "The Cupra Terramar VZ was an impressive reminder of how unique this brand is and what it can offer in this segment."

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        • Stuff Motoring
        Copper Done Propper - Cupra Terramar VZ Review

        The full-fat VZ also gets a 2.0-litre engine, but here producing a stronger 195kW/400Nm. That's notably down on the 245kW/420Nm Formentor VZ but Cupra is keen to stress that the Formentor will remain the sporty option while the Terramar is meant to remain quick but be much more 'do-it-all'.

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        • Giltrap TV
        New Cupra Terramar! | First NZ Drive

        "Terramar is the latest addition to the Cupra line-up, and like the Formentor, it's another super-stylish take on a mid-sized SUV, this time with more space and slightly less power than Formentor; but based on a new, more advanced platform."

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        CUPRA Leon Sportstourer

        The Leon Sportstourer now features an enhanced 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which now delivers a robust 245kw.

          • Driven Car Guide
          Cupra Leon V Sportstourer review: street appeal

          "The Leon sits in a proper Goldilocks spot where it feels wonderfully planted and supremely responsive at any speed, like it is ready for anything you want to throw at it."

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          • Giltrap TV
          CUPRA Double Drive with Greg Murphy

          Greg Murphy is a New Zealand motorsport legend, known as much for his passion as his success. His iconic 2003 'Lap of the Gods' remains one of Bathurst's most unforgettable moments—still hailed as the greatest qualifying lap in the race's history. Two decades on, Murph's passion burns just as strong, now channeled into his current drive: the CUPRA Formentor VZ.

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          • Kiwi GT
          From zero to daycare in 4.89s

          "The 2025 Cupra Leon VZ Sportstourer is one of the most compelling wagons in its price point. It delivers serious performance (0-100 km/h in 4.9s), sharp dynamics, and genuine practicality without falling into the SUV trap. Throw in some head-turning design inside and out, and you've got one of the best all-rounders on sale today.."

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