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Cupra Revives Formentor VZ5 as Limited-Run Five-Cylinder Flagship

Final build numbers remain unconfirmed, underscoring the model's scarcity.

Overview

  • Cupra confirms a 2.5‑liter five‑cylinder TSI with 390 PS and 480 Nm, paired to a 7‑speed DSG, all‑wheel drive and a torque‑splitter.
  • Production is slated to begin in the first quarter of 2026, with assembly reported at the brand’s Martorell facility in Spain.
  • The run adds right‑hand‑drive for the first time, opening sales to markets such as the UK, with Australian availability reported by local media.
  • Outlets diverge on global allocation, with reports of either roughly 4,000 or 2,000 units, and indicative pricing near €70,000 in Spain.
  • Published figures cite 0–100 km/h in 4.2 seconds and a 250 km/h limited top speed, plus signature cues like copper 20‑inch wheels and four diagonal exhausts.