Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Compact SUV
Infotainment: Apple CarPlay Android Auto
Production years: 2023, 2024
Introduced in the spring of 2023, the Tavascan joined Cupra's EV lineup built on top of Volkswagen's MEB platform, competing in the European compact-sized crossover segment.
Cupra evolved from being a trim level for a few SEAT vehicles into a separate brand that became a sporty spin-off brand. Moreover, it started to create specific models with a completely different look than its Spanish brother, even though both marques were part of the Volkswagen Group. Thus, it was challenging to say that the Tavascan was a badge-engineered product, even though it was based on the same platform as the Volkswagen ID.4.
The Tavascan featured a very aggressive look for the front fascia, where a pair of triangular headlights were fitted with triangular lamps. A broad black trim replaced the main grille, while the apron featured a center cooling area with horizontal slats and side scoops that helped the airflow go around the bodywork, improving the aerodynamic factor. From its side, the ascending beltline and the sloped-down roofline towards the back of the vehicle created a coupe look for the Spanish crossover.
Inside, the sporty bucket front seats were fitted as standard and were available with a choice of three colors. On the dashboard, Cupra installed in the Tavascan an instrument panel similar to the one placed on the Born and the Volkswagen's ID.3. It also featured a second 15” touchscreen atop the center stack that was fitted with a new HMI (Human Machine Interface) infotainment system. In the back, there was room for up to three passengers on the split-folding benchseat.
Cupra, a name that came from Cup and Racing, offered the Tavascan with a choice of two motors: one for the RWD version and the other for the AWD version.
ENGINE SPECS - Dual motor AWD (340 HP) | |
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Electrical motor power: | 210 kw (286 hp) |
Electrical motor torque: | 402 lb-ft (545 Nm) |
Total maximum power: | 250.1 kw (340 hp) |
Fuel System: | Electric |
Fuel: | Electric |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182.8 in (4643 mm) |
Width: | 73.3 in (1862 mm) |
Height: | 62.9 in (1598 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 108.9 in (2766 mm) |
POWER SYSTEM SPECS | |
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Power pack: | Lithium-Ion |
Maximum Capacity: | 77 kWh |
Range: | 321.2 miles (516.9 km) |
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Front motor power: 109 HP (80 KW) Front motor torque: 134 Nm |
ENGINE SPECS - Single motor RWD (286 HP) | |
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Electrical motor power: | 210 kw (286 hp) |
Electrical motor torque: | 402 lb-ft (545 Nm) |
Total maximum power: | 210.4 kw (286 hp) |
Total maximum torque: | 402 lb-ft (545 Nm) |
Fuel System: | Electric |
Fuel: | Electric |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182.8 in (4643 mm) |
Width: | 73.3 in (1862 mm) |
Height: | 62.9 in (1598 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 108.9 in (2766 mm) |
POWER SYSTEM SPECS | |
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Power pack: | Lithium-Ion |
Maximum Capacity: | 77 kWh |
Range: | 341.8 miles (550.1 km) |