New CUPRA Raval — what it is, where it sits in the range, and how we’d lease it to you
If you’re keeping tabs on compact EVs, the CUPRA Raval is the little all-electric hatch that’s been stealing headlines for doing something sensible: bringing proper performance and premium styling to a city-sized package — and at a price point that actually matters. We’re excited (and realistic) about what it offers customers and fleets: punchy EV performance, compact dimensions for city life, and the kind of specification that works for personal leasing and business contract hire.
Quick snapshot — the facts that matter
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Launch & production: Cupra has positioned the Raval as its new urban electric model, with production ramping up through 2025–2026.
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Platform & family: Built on VW Group’s small-MEB architecture, it’s effectively Cupra’s sporty sibling to Volkswagen’s compact electric offerings.
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Performance & batteries: Expect ~220–226PS in higher trims, 0–62mph in ~6.9s, with ~38kWh and ~56kWh battery options. Larger packs should see mid-200-mile WLTP range.
Where it sits in the CUPRA line-up
CUPRA has been building a sporty, premium-ish EV portfolio (Born, Formentor, Terramar, Tavascan). The Raval will be the entry-to-mid point — a pint-sized, performance hatch that broadens Cupra’s reach to city drivers and fleets. More driver-focused than a standard city EV, but practical enough for the everyday runabout.
Competition
The Raval will square up against small electric hatches: VW’s ID.2 derivatives, Mini’s next-gen Electric, and similar compact EVs. Cupra’s edge is sportier styling, sharper dynamics, and the VW Group economies that let it offer strong range and tech in a desirable package.
Who the Raval suits
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Private drivers who want a compact EV with sporty character
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Urban commuters who value easy parking and agile handling
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Businesses looking for a cost-effective electric fleet car with tax advantages
The CUPRA Raval is Cupra’s smart, sporty, city-focused EV play — small enough for urban life, but with performance and style that lift it above bargain-basement mini-EVs. For personal drivers it’s a fun, stylish choice; for businesses it’s a practical fleet option with attractive tax treatment.
If you’d like to see what it would cost, just tell us your ideal term and mileage. We’ll run the numbers, show you a clear comparison with VAT and BiK where relevant, and deliver the car to your door. Straightforward, no fuss.
Leasing & Business Contract Hire
Personal Contract Hire
- Terms: 24–48 months
- Mileage: typically 6k–12k pa, higher if you mix in longer motorway journeys
- Upfront: usually 1–12 months’ initial rental
- Maintenance packs: worth considering — they keep costs predictable
Business Contract Hire
- BiK: EVs remain attractive under the UK company car tax system, with far lower Benefit-in-Kind charges than petrol or diesel.
- VAT: businesses can usually reclaim up to 50% of VAT on rentals, more on maintenance.
- Fleet benefits: BCH offers predictable costs, consistent spec, and better cashflow control than outright purchase.
The CUPRA Raval is Cupra’s smart, sporty, city-focused EV play — small enough for urban life, but with performance and style that lift it above bargain-basement mini-EVs. For personal drivers it’s a fun, stylish choice; for businesses it’s a practical fleet option with attractive tax treatment.
If you’d like to see what it would cost, just tell us your ideal term and mileage. We’ll run the numbers, show you a clear comparison with VAT and BiK where relevant, and deliver the car to your door. Straightforward, no fuss.
