Cupra teases plug-in SUV with 62-mile range

Cupra has used its annual earnings press conference to tease an SUV model with new mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid technology for the brand. Cupra boss Wayne Griffiths revealed the SUV would be produced alongside the Audi Q3 Sportback in Hungary at the Györ plant from 2024.

Similar in size to the current Ateca and is said to be ideal for ‘allowing both the design and engineering teams to develop a vehicle that incorporates the essence of the Cupra brand, while offering the perfect proportions to be highly competitive.’ While not revealed, it’s possible the SUV could sit on the next evolution of the VW Group’s MQB platform, with modifications to allow for a larger plug-in hybrid battery. Wayne Griffiths commented; “With an all-electric range of 100km (62 miles), I think it will lead a new generation of plug-in hybrids.” Measuring 4.5 metres in length, the unnamed car will join the Tavascan, a smaller crossover, and the Urban Rebel due in 2025 in Cupra’s expanding portfolio.