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The Cupra Terramar mid-size SUV has officially landed in Australia, with petrol and mild-hybrid power available at launch and a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version not too far behind.
Based on the Volkswagen Group’s MQB evo modular architecture, the Terramar is closely related to the new VW Tiguan and Audi Q3, but with a greater focus on driver engagement according to the Barcelona-based brand.
Pricing starts from $53,990 plus on-road costs or $58,490 drive-away. That’s dearer than its Tiguan cousin, but the Terramar boasts fuel-saving 48V mild-hybrid tech which the Volkswagen brand still hasn’t brought to Australia.
A 200kW e-Hybrid PHEV with over 100km of driving range is also in the wings, scheduled to land in November.
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Pricing
Cupra Australia has announced national drive-away pricing for all but the incoming VZe PHEV, ranging from $58,490 to $73,490 drive-away.
| Model | Price before on-road costs | Drive-away pricing |
|---|---|---|
| Cupra Terramar S | $53,990 | $58,490 |
| Cupra Terramar V | $61,990 | $66,490 |
| Cupra Terramar VZ | $68,200 | $73,490 |
| Cupra Terramar VZe | $TBC | $TBC |
Drivetrains and Efficiency
The VW Group’s 1.5 eTSI (mHEV) and 2.0 TSI turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engines feature at launch, with the 1.5 e-Hybrid PHEV headed to Australia in November.
| Specifications | S | V | VZ | VZe* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L 4cyl turbo-petrol 48V MHEV | 2.0L 4cyl turbo-petrol | 2.0L 4cyl turbo-petrol | 1.5L 4cyl turbo-petrol PHEV |
| Max power | 110kW | 150kW | 195kW | 200kW |
| Max torque | 250Nm | 320Nm | 400Nm | 400Nm |
| Battery | 48V | – | – | 25.8kWh – gross |
| Transmission | 7-speed DSG | 7-speed DSG | 7-speed DSG | 6-speed DSG |
| Drive type | FWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| Weight – tare | 1696kg | 1794kg | 1803kg | – |
| 0-100km/h (claimed) | 9.3s | 7.1s | 5.9s | 7.3s |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 5.7L/100km | 7.2L/100km | 8.2L/100km | – |
| Electric driving range – WLTP | – | – | – | 111-115km |
| Fuel tank capacity | 55L | 60L | 60L | – |
| Fuel requirement | 95 RON | 95 RON | 95 RON | 95 RON |
| CO2 emissions | 131g/km | 164g/km | 188g/km | – |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6 | Euro 6 | Euro 6 |
| Braked tow capacity | 1800kg | 2200kg | 2200kg | – |
*Full specifications for Terramar VZe e-Hybrid TBC
Dimensions
| Dimensions | Cupra Terramar |
|---|---|
| Length | 4519mm |
| Width | 1863mm |
| Height | 1584mm |
| Wheelbase | 2681mm |
| Boot capacity | 540-1415 litres |
Servicing and Warranty
Cupra Australia covers its range with a five year, unlimited kilometre with five years of roadside assistance.
| Servicing and Warranty | Cupra Terramar VZ |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 5 years, unlimited kilometres |
| Roadside assistance | 5 years |
| Service intervals | 12 months or 15,000 kilometres |
| Capped-price servicing | Up to 5 years |
| Total capped-price service cost | $2590 – 5-year Service Pack |
Safety
The Cupra Terramar wears a five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on 2025 Euro NCAP tests.
| Category | Cupra Terramar |
|---|---|
| Adult occupant protection | 89 per cent |
| Child occupant protection | 87 per cent |
| Vulnerable road user protection | 82 per cent |
| Safety assist | 78 per cent |
Standard safety features include:
- 7 airbags
- Adaptive cruise control with ‘follow to stop’
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Travel Assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane centring assist
- Traffic jam assist
- Front Assist – AEB
- Forward collision warning
- Pedestrian detection
- Cyclist detection
- Turn assist, swerve support
- Speed sign recognition
- Lane Assist
- Lane departure warning
- Lane-keep assist
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Safe exit warning
- Surround-view camera with dynamic guidelines
- Parking sensors – front, rear
- Driver attention monitoring
- Tyre pressure monitoring
Standard Equipment
2025 Cupra Terramar S equipment highlights:
- 18-inch ‘Atomic’ alloys – Black and Silver
- LED headlights
- LED ‘diamond’ daytime running lights
- Automatic high-beam
- LED ‘coast to coast’ tail lights incl. Cupra logo
- Power tailgate incl. kick sensor
- Semi-autonomous parking assist
- Smart entry, push-button start
- Drive profile selection – Comfort, Performance, Individual
- Sports bucket front seats
- Soul Black Dinamica upholstery
- Powered, heated front seats incl. driver memory function
- Head-up display
- Supersport heated steering wheel incl. satellite buttons
- 9-speaker Cupra sound system
- 3-zone climate control
- 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- 12.9-inch touchscreen navigation system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay
- Wireless Android Auto
- Configurable ambient interior lighting
- Auto-dimming interior mirror
- Wireless phone charging
Terramar V adds:
- 19-inch ‘Cosmic’ alloys – Black and Copper
- Upgraded front brake package
- Hill descent control
Terramar VZ adds:
- 20-inch ‘Hadron’ alloys – Black and Copper
- DCC Pro adaptive suspension
- Customisable engine sound modelling
- Matrix Ultra LED headlights with adaptive high-beam
- Upgraded rear brake package
- ‘CUPRA’ drive profile
- Deep Burgundy leather-appointed upholstery
- 12-speaker Sennheiser premium sound system
Options
Several packages and single-item options are offered, depending on variant.
Leather & Sound Package: $1600 (S + V)
- Leather-appointed trim – Deep Burgundy
- 12-speaker Sennheiser premium audio
Standalone options include:
- Akebono performance front brakes: $4200 (VZ)
- Panoramic sunroof: $2000
- Premium paint: $620
Colours
A total of seven exterior paint finishes are available for the Cupra Terramar, with two commanding price premiums.
Standard: $NCO
- Glacial White
- Fiord Blue
- Timanfaya Grey
- Midnight Black
- Cosmos Blue
Premium paint: $620
- Dark Void
- Graphene Grey
Later this year (MY26 production), Century Bronze and Enceladus Grey matte finishes will be offered for $2900.
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