Essays-Cupra Formoor VZ5 & Léon: Style and performance at the rendezvous

Cupra is a brand of SEAT launched 3 years ago which replace the Seat Sport range, which offers vehicles based on style and performance.The two Cupra that we are going to present here, the Leon and the form VZ5, absolutely do not escape this style.However, we had the opportunity to test them in conditions.Are the two vehicles really successful?Here is the test.

In this test, we will see two proposals that we had the opportunity to test in real conditions.At first, we are going to see the Cupra formed VZ5, and then we are going to talk about the Cupra Leon.

Our opinion on the Cupra FORMEOR VZ5

Regarding the design of the car, we are on a classic from Cupra.Indeed, the dynamic proportions reinforced by the visual accent put towards the back of the car which emphasizes the length of the hood remain classy and attractive.The elegant but solid design also continues at the back.The design of this vehicle is very successful.

Performance and handling

In terms of raw performance, with a five -cylinder heart with high performance multiserment, an even greater dynamic capacity and an even more sophisticated and exclusive experience, the Cupra form is intended to provide an even more unique proposal on the market.The TSI five -cylinder 2.5 -liter TSI engine of the Cupra form Parteor VZ5, which delivers 390 hp (287 kW) and 480 Nm of torque and maximizes excitement at the wheel.

The Cupra Formsly VZ5 clearly demonstrates what Cupra is capable of doing.A high performance vehicle that brings something new, dynamic and engaging on the market.

Regarding what we have had the opportunity to test, in terms of handling, we are on a globally sporting vehicle.Indeed, despite the fact that we only had the opportunity to do a circuit test, the vehicle seems more than satisfactory.In figures, this gives in condition a car that can go up to 250km/h at maximum speed with the configuration at 390hp (the one we tested).Suffice to say that on the circuit, it remains really a car at sport.It also remains very pleasant on a more classic road, for a daily journey.

Conditions of conduct

The Cupra VZ5 Cupra driving profiles are easily accessible using a selection button.Directly integrated into the steering wheel, it allows you to modify the behavior of the vehicle while remaining concentrated on the road.Each driving mode (comfort, sport, cupra, drift, individual, offroad), offers a predefined configuration that adapts, among other things, the response of the accelerator, the gearbox, the steering, the suspensions, the Torque Splitter technique, ESC as well as ambient light.Add to that a coherent system that allows dynamic agility.This is ensured with the integrated torque separation system which offers precise power on the front, rear, left and right wheels.

Conclusion

Overall, it remains an excellent all -terrain vehicle, with a sporting and successful design.The Cupra Form form is available in midnight black, matt magnetic gray and matt petroleum blue.We do not yet know the price of the model, but it will be available in edition limited to only 7,000 copies.

Our opinion on the Cupra Leon

Similar to the Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport, the new Cupra Leon presents by far the best price-performance report on the market.

Vehicle design

In terms of design and driving comfort, it remains a great success.In terms of shape, the Cupra logo sits on the grille whose widened air intakes emphasize its more assertive appearance.Continuing around the car, the side skirts reinforce the dynamism while the dark chrome reflections, in particular on the frame of the grille, the front wings and the exterior mirrors, contrast with the color of the body.These elements help to offer an appearance that expresses the ardor and audacity of the new Cupra Leon.Indeed, its design, internal and external, are very successful by far, with for example very sporting forms in the passenger compartment.

The interior of the new Cupra Leon is now very generous.The driver like the front and rear passengers, take advantage of more space thanks to the dimensions of the larger vehicle.In addition to the spacious side, the vehicle also benefits from several technological options, such as the integration of a 10 -inch screen on board, an induction charger, but also multiple USB sockets.It also has four USB-C ports (two at the front, two at the rear) and a Bluetooth connection allowing you to always stay in touch by connecting your mobiles.

In form and in construction, we feel a real identity form around the vehicle, with as said previously, an identity based on sporting forms.

Puissance & condition de conduite

The new Cupra Leon benefits from a full range of safety technologies.Indeed, there are technologies such as the predictive vitlocational regulator (ACC), the Travel Assist, the Side and the Exit Assist and the Emergency Assist, use the data provided by a set of sensor systemsembarked on the vehicle.

The Leon E-Hybrid can also count on a power of 245 horsepower obtained thanks to the joint work of the 1.4 TSI of 150 hp and an electric motor of 116 hp.All this without forgetting of course the 12.8 kWh battery (rechargeable in 5:45 on domestic socket and 2 hours on a 3.7 kW terminal) authorizing it a 100 % electric autonomy announced at 52 km in WLTP cycle.In combination, the autonomy reaches 700 kilometers.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the two sports cars respect the brand's image by far while being generally public.Whether it is Leon but still form the VZ5, they both offer a coherent proposal in their respective markets.

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