Global EV Comparison: MG Marvel R Base vs Cupra Tavascan VZ
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The MG Marvel R (2021-…) has a starting price of €46990, compared to the Cupra Tavascan VZ (2023-…), which starts at €60780.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | MG Marvel R Base | Cupra Tavascan VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €46990 | €60780 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €23950 | €47000 |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Cupra Tavascan VZ (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG Marvel R (2021-…).
| Property | MG Marvel R Base | Cupra Tavascan VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 402 km | 521 km |
| Range (GCC) | 342 km | 452 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 75 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 70 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.5 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.89 km/kWh | 5.87 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.2 | 7.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Cupra Tavascan VZ (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 135 kW, while the MG Marvel R (2021-…) maxes out at 94 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | MG Marvel R Base | Cupra Tavascan VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 94 kW | 135 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Performance
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) is rear-wheel drive, while the Cupra Tavascan VZ (2023-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Cupra Tavascan VZ (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | MG Marvel R Base | Cupra Tavascan VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 132 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 177 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 410 Nm | 680 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 s | 5.5 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.1 | 5.3 |
Dimensions
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Cupra Tavascan VZ (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | MG Marvel R Base | Cupra Tavascan VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4674 mm | 4644 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2097 mm | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1919 mm | 1861 mm |
| Height | 1618 mm | 1597 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2804 mm | 2766 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the MG Marvel R (2021-…), but the Cupra Tavascan VZ (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Cupra Tavascan VZ (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the MG Marvel R (2021-…).
| Property | MG Marvel R Base | Cupra Tavascan VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1885 kg | 2273 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 357 l | 540 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1396 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 150 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 1200 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 6.5 |
