The initial variant is known as the Formentor Century Bronze, distinguished by its matte exterior paint. Along with this unique color, it is equipped with Carbon Fiber Copper side mirror caps, Dark Chrome Cupra lettering, copper logos, and has the option of 20-inch alloys in copper or black.
On the interior, this special edition features front bucket seats to enhance its sporty appeal, with a sleek black appearance and stitched black dashboard. The Formentor Enceladus Gray shares the same interior design and is adorned with an Enceladus Gray Matte finish on the outside. It also includes dark chrome Cupra lettering and logos, Carbon Fiber Black mirror covers, exhaust pipes with a similar aesthetic, and black 20-inch alloys that can be optionally upgraded to a copper hue.
According to SEAT’s performance and electrified car brand, the Formentor VZ5 special edition versions (Century Bronze and Enceladus Gray) also boast laser engraved numbers in the door molding. These numbers serve as a clear indication to users that these are not your average variants of the sporty crossover. Limited to only 222 units, this automotive unicorn pays homage to the company’s anniversary (22/2/2018). However, pricing details have yet to be announced.
With the “VZ” representing “Veloz” in Spanish, which translates to “Quick” or “Fast” in English, and the number 5 denoting the number of cylinders in its engine, the Cupra Formentor VZ5 (named after Cape Formentor on Spain’s Mallorca island) is three years old and shares the same engine as the Audi RS3, which is also utilized in the RS Q3 and RS Q3 Sportback.
The official specifications reveal that the 2.5-liter five-cylinder turbocharged engine produces 385 horsepower (390 ps/287 kW) and 354 pound-foot (480 Nm) of torque. Power is delivered to the 4Drive all-wheel-drive system through a seven-speed transmission. It boasts an impressive 0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 kph) acceleration time of 4.2 seconds, making it three-tenths faster than its German counterparts. The top speed is electronically limited to 155 miles per hour (250 kph).
In addition to its powerful engine and sporty enhancements both inside and out, the Cupra Formentor VZ5 boasts a lower ride height compared to the standard VZ model. It is equipped with Adaptive Chassis Control, offering 15 levels of damping adjustment. The Akebono brakes provide exceptional stopping power, and it rolls on exclusive 20-inch alloys that are unique to this particular Cupra Formentor model. A range of safety systems, accompanied by the latest technological features, complete this exceptional offering.
According to the Source autoevolution.com