If we think of the compact Volkswagen Group electric car lineup as being like The Spice Girls, then the Cupra Raval is definitely Sporty Spice (sadly, this analogy falls apart when you try to start working out which one is Scary). Based on the same front-wheel-drive ‘MEB+’ platform as the VW ID. Polo, the Raval will come in affordable 300km forms, or as longer-range 450km model, with 226hp (and likely more powerful models to come). It looks sharp and drives pretty much as sharply.

Cupra Raval Tech Specs

Model featured	Cupra Raval
Official WLTP range between charges	318-448km
Battery details (usable capacity)	lithium-ion LFP 37kWh, lithium-ion NMC 52kWh
Electric motor details	single-motor front-wheel drive
Fastest recharging rate	11kW on AC, 50-105kW on DC
Energy consumption	13.9-16.2kWh/100km
Maximum power output	116-226hp
Maximum torque output	up to 290Nm in VZ
0-100km/h	6.8 seconds for VZ
Towing capability	1,200kg
Kerb weight	1,615kg