Cupra Formentor

Cupra Formentor is the kind of compact performance crossover people reach for when they want something sharper than a plain family SUV but not as extreme as a full sports car. By our assessment, its appeal comes from the styling, the road presence, and the way Cupra gives it a more athletic feel than many rivals in the same class. The obvious downside is that the sharp setup and coupe-like body can make it less roomy and less practical than boxier alternatives. In daily use, that means a car that is easy to notice, sits low enough to feel planted, and asks a little more forgiveness on space than a square-backed crossover. It sits in a crowded field with Volkswagen Group relatives and other sporty crossovers, so it has to win on character rather than pure utility. The people who tend to want it are those who care about look and feel as much as load space, while buyers after a simple, no-fuss SUV will probably look elsewhere.