Cupra Formentor VZe Tribe Edition gains VZx flagship features

The Cupra Formentor VZe plug-in hybrid has been given the Spanish brand's 'Tribe' special-edition treatment, bringing fancier design features from the flagship VZx.

Exterior upgrades comprise 19-inch black/copper alloy wheels and a new optional sunroof.

More is added to the cabin, which gains 'petrol blue' leather-appointed upholstery, door trim and dash, along with front seats that offer heating and an electric adjustment on the driver's side.

A surround-view monitor and Beats audio system complete the equipment step-up for the VZe Tribe Edition that costs from $67,990 - $3000 more than the regular VZe.

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Drive-away pricing varies between states and territories, ranging from $70,990 (ACT) to $73,990 (WA), and the VZe Tribe is limited to 300 units.

Cupra Australia says the VZe has replaced the VZx performance model as the most popular variant in the Formentor line-up, accounting for more than half of the compact crossover's sales.

A facelifted Formentor is coming in the second quarter of 2025 with updated styling, cabin features and drivetrains. This includes a lift in power and range for the plug-in VZe, which increases output from 180kW to 200kW while the distance it can potentially go on electric power alone goes from 58km to more than 100km thanks to a larger battery.