Hyundai Tucson vs Cupra Formentor
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Hyundai Tucson

$21,888 - $57,980

2024 price

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Cupra Formentor

$49,990 - $94,990

2026 price

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Summary

2024 Hyundai Tucson

2026 Cupra Formentor

By Emily Agar

By Jack Quick

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 4, 1.6L

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Fuel Type

Unleaded Petrol/Electric

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Fuel Efficiency

5.3L/100km (combined)

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Seating

Likes

Lots of drivetrain options, no matter grade level
Well-specified for grade
Hybrid powertrain proves frugal

Well-equipped
Massive range boost for PHEV
Fun and engaging to drive

Dislikes

Drive experience is mixed
Higher price point than before
Safety tech improved but still intrusive

Small boot in PHEV
Formentor S runs out of puff
Lots of tyre roar

2024 Hyundai Tucson Summary

For the first time in Australia, the mid-sized Hyundai Tucson is being offered with a hybrid powertrain – which combines its spritely turbo-powered engine with a fuel efficiency-improving electric motor. And it might be enough to swing you to becoming a hybrid fan.

The new powertrain makes the Tucson a proper competitor against Australia’s darling, the Toyota RAV4 but the Nissan X-Trail e-Power and Kia Sportage remain strong rivals.

This week I’m family-testing the mid-spec Elite Hybrid with the N Line option pack to see how the newly updated Tucson handles family life.

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2026 Cupra Formentor Summary

We’ve waited more than two years and it’s finally here.

Cupra has introduced the updated version of its most popular car in Australia, the Formentor.

A spicy small SUV rival to the likes of the Mini Countryman, BMW X2 and Audi Q3, among others, this design-led small SUV is now offered in more flavours than ever before.

It’s our first time testing out this updated Formentor on local soil, so read on to see how it stacks up.

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2024 Hyundai Tucson 2026 Cupra Formentor

Verdict

The updated Hyundai Tucson Elite Hybrid N Line offers families space, features and easy-enough handling for everyday stuff and the occasional weekend adventure pursuits.

The price point is higher than the previous non-hybrid model but you get a lot of bang for your buck and my family was comfortable this week.

Verdict

It’s clear that Cupra has listened to feedback as this updated Formentor addresses many key criticisms of the pre-update car. Overall it makes it easier to live with and to recommend than before.

Although the VZe's updated PHEV powertrain offers double the amount of electric range, the V forms as a sweet spot of the line-up as it offers all the power and equipment you'd ever need. It's hard to look past the top-spec VZx though as power is a drug.

Note: CarsGuide attended this event as a guest of the manufacturer, with travel, accommodation and meals provided.

Hyundai Tucson vs Cupra Formentor What's the difference?

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Hyundai Tucson vs Cupra Formentor
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