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Tuned Cupra Formentor is more powerful than the new Mustang GT


Is this the last Cupra Formentor?

German tuning company manhart unveiled its latest high-performance creation. This time it’s based on the top Cupra Formentor VZ5Not offered in Australia.

known as CP500, this is the first time Manhart has modified a Cupra template. It has previously revealed tuned versions of cars including Volkswagen Golf CHEAP, audi RS3, Porsche 911 GT2 RS And Nissan Patrolamong countless others.

Manhart made an initial “phase 1” adjustment on the CP 500 that increased output from Audi-sourced 2.5 liter turbocharged five-cylinder petrol engine ARRIVE 365kW power and 630Nm of torque.

In standard form, the Formentor VZ5 produces 287kW and 480Nm, or less than 78kW and 150Nm.

It is worth noting that this iconic inline five-cylinder engine is used in Audi vehicles such as the RS3, RSQ3And TTRS. Formentor VZ5 is the first time this engine has been used by another brand of the Volkswagen Group.

Manhart was able to achieve these boosted torque and power outputs using its MHtronik power box. There’s also a slide-on exhaust with valve control that provides an “enhanced sound track” and four tips.

The tuner completes the look by offering 20-inch Concave One wheels and an H&R spring lowering kit. There is also a set of decals in Manhart’s signature design.

Manhart says besides the “phase 1” stage, they are also planning a “stage 2” tune that could feature an “enhanced performance upgrade” with an intermediate cooler, air intakes and remapping the ECU.

The Cupra Formentor has been on sale in Australia since July 2022 and is available in four variants, including a plug-in hybrid (PHEV).

EQUAL previous report, the flagship Cupra Formentor VZ5 will not be offered in Australia. Only 7000 are being built and all are left-hand drive.

The current leading Formentor in Australia is the VZx which is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that produces 228kW and 400Nm.

in terms of Current local supply by Formentor, the company recently said that premium VZ and VZx versions can be delivered “within weeks” after someone places an order online.

While the supply of VZ and VZx models is steady, the Formentor VZe PHEV is currently unavailable.

According to a press release, the brand is “in discussions with its factory about resuming production”.

Formentor is Cupra’s best-selling vehicle in Australia. In January, the 108 deliveries accounted for only three-quarters of the brand’s deliveries.

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