Cobra Unveil what’s new Tavascan, a new electric SUV coupe. This is the second battery-powered model from the Spanish automaker to join the Cupra Born. Cupra unveiled the Tavascan concept car at the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show. Now, it’s finally time for the brand to introduce the series model.
The new Tavascan Cobra It will hit the market in 2024. At the moment, there is no information regarding pricing.
Design and interior
This new model was designed and developed in Barcelona and will become one made in chinaAt the Volkswagen Group plant in Anhui. Cupra Tavascan is located on the famous MEB platform From the Volkswagen Group e Measures It is 4644mm long, 1861mm wide and 1597mm high, with a wheelbase of 2766mm. The trunk can reach a capacity of 540 liters. The design maintains the brand’s sporty philosophy and at the front are Matrix LED headlights with three triangular elements and an illuminated logo. On the other hand, the SUV Coupé has developed the light clusters horizontally at the rear. Even at the back, the logo is backlit.
The SUV Coupe will be available with wheels ranging from 19 to 21 inches featuring a design designed to improve aerodynamic efficiency. This model will be offered in Tavascan Blue, Silver White, Atacama Desert, Urano Gray, Hypernova Red, and Sentry Bronze matte.
As for the cabin, behind the steering wheel we find a 5.3 inch digital display which will display the main gear information. However, centrally speaking, one stands out 15-inch touchscreen for the infotainment system Through it all the main functions of the vehicle can be managed. The interface has been modified to make it easier to use the available functions. There’s even a head-up display on the windshield. Of course, the car can be managed remotely through the My Cupra app. The Cupra Tavascan can also be based on an audio system developed in collaboration with Sennheiser and equipped with 12 speakers. The standard equipment also includes sports seats with integrated head restraints. The interior is made of 90% recycled polyester or microfiber fabric.
Engines and safety
The new Cupra Tavascan will be offered with both One electric motor The rear wheels are both with dual drive and four-wheel drive. Either way, a 77kWh (usable) battery is available. Going into more detail, the model with only one electric motor is reliable 210 kW (286 hp). Rather, one with double motivation 250 kW (340 HP).
In the more performance version, it is called Tavascan VZThe rear motor generates 210 kW with 545 Nm of torque, while the front motor generates 80 kW with 134 Nm of torque. Speaking of performance, Cobra only gave information on the acceleration-capable VZ version From 0 to 100 km / h in 5.6 seconds.
The versatile electric SUV offers Drive, Comfort, Performance, CUPRA, Single and Traction modes (dual-engine and all-wheel-drive version only). Speaking of autonomy, thanks 77 kWh battery The Tavascan Single Electric Wheel Drive (Tavascan Endurance) can count on one 550 km distance According to the WLTP course. For the more performing Tavascan VZ, autonomy drops to 520 km (WLTP).
As for recharging, Cupra states that in direct current, from one A column of at least 135 kW You can charge the battery from 10 to 80% in less than 30 minutes. The manufacturer will also offer customers Cupra Charger charging boxes so they can recharge directly at home. Energy recovery can be configured in 4 different levels via the paddles located behind the steering wheel. The heat pump is also available as an option in the car.
On the safety front, the new Cupra Tavascan can count on driver assistance systems such as Predictive Adaptive Cruise Control, Traffic Sign Recognition, Intelligent Speed Adaptation, Side Assist, Lane Assist, Lane Warning, Exit Assist, Car2X and much more. .
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