10 March 2026/inCUPRA Tribe, CUPRA Vehicle News

Formentor VZ5 Set to Arrive in New Zealand

A new era of CUPRA is coming to New Zealand with the recent announcement of the Formentor VZ5, CUPRA’s most progressive showcase of pure performance and exclusivity to date.

Produced in strictly limited numbers, this model marks a significant milestone for the brand as the first VZ5 engineered in right-hand drive, opening the door for markets like New Zealand to experience one of the rarest and most coveted models in the CUPRA world.

Powered by a 2.5‑litre TSI five‑cylinder engine producing 287 kW and 480 Nm, the VZ5 brings a distinctive spirit, channeling CUPRA’s combustion performance DNA. It’s raw, emotional, and built for those who value individuality over convention.

To follow key moments as we prepare for the official launch, we invite you to register your interest in the new model and sign up to receive CUPRA Christchurch updates directly to your inbox.

Continue reading for the full press release from CUPRA New Zealand.

Five-cylinder fury, unleashed

CUPRA confirms that New Zealand will soon welcome the Formentor VZ5, the brand’s most iconic expression of high‑performance combustion, now engineered in right‑hand drive for the very first time. Limited to just 4,000 units worldwide, the VZ5 amplifies CUPRA’s emotional, performance‑driven DNA and introduces its most exclusive model to New Zealand drivers in its purest and most focused form yet.

Mounted seats that provide an ergonomic, race inspired driving position. Ambient lighting, brushed dark aluminium finishes, and copper accents shape a modern, immersive cabin. The premium Sennheiser sound system offers high-fidelity audio, while the 12inch infotainment system and 10.25inch Digital Cockpit provide intuitive access to navigation, media, and detailed performance metrics such as RPM, torque, turbo pressure, and acceleration.

At the heart of the Formentor VZ5 is the iconic 2.5‑litre TSI five‑cylinder engine, delivering 390HP (287kW) and 480Nm of torque with the unmistakable rhythm that defines CUPRA performance.

Paired with a seven‑speed DSG dual‑clutch transmission and the intelligent 4Drive all‑wheel drive system, the VZ5 channels its power with absolute precision. Lateral torque control enhances agility through corners, ensuring the VZ5 responds with the sharpness, confidence, and emotional intensity expected from CUPRA’s pinnacle combustion model.

The exterior has been sharpened with wider wheel arches, a newly sculpted front bumper, and a front splitter engraved with VZ5, giving the vehicle a more assertive and purposeful stance.

Optional black carbon‑fibre mirror covers introduce a stealth edge, while the diagonal copper‑accented exhaust tips underline its motorsport‑inspired attitude. New lighting innovations further elevate its presence, with Matrix LED headlights and projection technology that casts the CUPRA logo ahead of the vehicle and a VZ5 signature on the ground from the side mirrors.

Akebono six‑piston brakes come standard on the VZ5, working in harmony with its exclusive 20‑inch alloy wheels and large 375mm x 36mm discs to deliver immediate, confident and repeatable stopping power. This high‑performance braking setup reinforces the VZ5’s dynamic capability, ensuring control and composure even in the most demanding driving moments.

This moment marks a major milestone for CUPRA, as the Formentor VZ5 has never before been crafted in a right‐hand drive. Its introduction opens the door for markets such as New Zealand, Australia, and the United Kingdom to experience the purest, most coveted expression of CUPRA’s combustion performance for the very first time.

The CUPRA Formentor VZ5 arrives with sharpened precision, evolved aesthetics, and enhanced performance features, signaling a defining chapter for CUPRA New Zealand and for drivers seeking the brand’s most legendary model in a configuration created specifically for right‑hand‑drive markets.

Next Steps

The CUPRA Formentor VZ5 is coming to CUPRA Christchurch, located at 50 Tuam Street, Christchurch.

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