- 2025 Cupra Terramar spied without camouflage in Spain.
- Reveals refined lighting units and bumpers, maintaining a sophisticated look.
- Expected to include 1.5- and 2.0-liter engines, with mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants.
- To be assembled in Hungary alongside Formentor and Audi Q3.
- Cupra aims to launch in the U.S. by the end of the decade with a zero-emission Formentor model.
The 2025 Cupra Terramar, an electrifying addition to the Cupra lineup, has been spotted in all its naked glory. The Spanish automaker, a sporty offshoot of SEAT, is thriving under the Volkswagen Group umbrella, and the Terramar is poised to be another feather in its cap.
Already renowned for its bold and innovative designs, Cupra is set to expand its impressive portfolio with the Terramar, a model based on the latest-generation Volkswagen Tiguan. The Terramar, a reinterpretation of the 2022 concept, has been in development for several years. Although production has not yet started, spy photographers have captured the most revealing images yet of the pre-production model in sunny Spain.
The uncovered prototype reveals a design that stays true to Cupra’s distinctive aesthetic while incorporating subtle tweaks. The front and rear views show refined lighting units and bumpers, presenting a more sophisticated look compared to the concept version.
Measuring approximately 177 inches (around four and a half meters) in length, the Terramar is comparable to the current European VW Tiguan. It will feature a similar seating arrangement for five passengers and share its underpinnings with a variety of VW Group models, including the Formentor, Q6, Kodiaq, and Atlas/Golf.
Under the hood, the Terramar is expected to offer a range of 1.5- and 2.0-liter engines. The lineup will likely include mild-hybrid options, plug-in hybrids, and a choice between front-wheel drive for the base models and all-wheel drive for the higher trims.
Speculations suggest that the Terramar might make its official debut as early as August 2024. Production will take place in Hungary, alongside the Formentor and Audi Q3, all of which share the same platform. Despite its European allure, it’s uncertain if the Terramar will make its way to the U.S. market.
Cupra has announced plans to enter the American market by the end of the decade, with a next-gen zero-emission Formentor to be produced locally. As Cupra continues to carve out its niche, the Terramar stands as a testament to the brand’s commitment to innovation and performance.
