Great review. I agree with Tish in that some aspects of the cars design are outdated. The overuse of haptic buttons is a turn off. The overall design of the Tavascan is attractive. The pricing structure may be a problem though. Basic items like heated seats shouldn’t be an add on.
A brilliant, fair and critical review. It's great that it is distinguishable from the other cars that it is based on. This is what the Stellantis Group should be doing.
I don’t know, my Peugeot E-2008 is quite a different car to a Vauxhall Mokka E which I’ve also driven, in terms of both appearance and driving dynamics. I imagine if you compared say a Citroen E-C4 with the new Alfa Romeo Junior that would be even more radically different. All share the same basic platform as do Cupra & Volkswagen in this instance.
Thanks Tish. An informative, engaging and fair review. I hope manufacturers know that we want balanced reviews like yours. I'm not in the market for a new car atm but this video would encourage me to consider the Tavascan
Lovely review Tish, very engaging and informative. The car looks lovely especially in that Blue with the contrasting Copper accents. The rear pillars remind me of the iX2, but work far better here (don’t like the BMW at all!). This will definitely go near the top of my list for next company car as I was already thinking about an Enyaq size EV next.
Really well presented review.... just a thought....maybe worth experimenting with the outside vocal mic you're using... there's sibilance and treble which to my ears negatively affects the overall voice quality.
It doesn't take long to get used to the haptic controls. I never have accidental "hits" in my Born. If anything, I would prefer that some of them were a touch more sensitive.
Thanks for this excellent review. Clear and substantial! Beautiful car but also you made me convinced to stick to my Renault Megane E-tech which still proves a better build quality, padded interior materials and delivers 100 percent during northern Sweden’s more extreme winter climate.
I think the haptic buttons work very well and feel modern rather than outdated. I do think this looks better than the ID5, whereas I prefer the ID3 to the Born. Would be interested to feel how it handles.
Looks amazing but those packs need to be included into the price! vz should have everything included for a higher price.. packs are no good sometimes you have options in different packs so its very hard to get all the tech you want in your new car so people don't bother.its a family car so give the kids heated seats cupra will sell more cars if the kids are happy
I think they've nailed it with the Tavascan. Formentor was always a big presence when passing one on the road, and this is a bigger step up from that I think
Unfortunately for some the ev market is not doing well. Most people are not buying them hence there are stocks gathering dust and manufacturers pulling back from them.
He brakes feel like that because the regen is spongy then the mechanical brakes are stronger, the calibration is off, or at least the regen can’t be made to feel like a traditional mechanical brake, same as on the Born and many other EVs.
It's a nice looking car but that's about it... Not liking that "speedo" monitor.. I currently have a formentor, wonder if they will add back lighting to the volume slider in the current models😊
I love Tish's car reviews. always well thought out and honest. I know I'll get stick for this but not pronouncing THs properly does my head in FRU loading instead of through SMOOVE instead of smooth Sorry 😔
Omg don’t, I’m completely aware of this but I think it’s my dyslexia. As soon as the camera is on I pronounce anything TH as F and anything F as TH 😂😂 I’m really trying to stop it I promise!!
.... but they have to drop the copper accents ( I know that it sounds sorta familiar ... Cupra - copper ... however, the copper is not much of a metal ... and the vibe is rather sad). Also, normal door handles would be a decent & positive step back ( and forward - overall ). Exactly like the buttons on the steering wheel. Finally, a bit of psychology: sharp angles are not always projecting masculinity ... but ... mostly ... are iritating the eye (exactly like the sharp angles of the sewing model of the handbag Miu Miu Wander matelassé). Their successful model ... Leon .... has enough masculinity with rather curved lines (my fav being the first generation ... which had enough charisma in it - that it also served well its epigone, Mazda 3 Hatch ... ) ... and ... also ... over 2 millions units sold. 😉
Great looking car, buy I'm not sure it's worth the premium over the ID.5? It'll be interesting to see how much this will be to lease? The ID.5 is available for under £450 a month....
As a Formentor owner I don't see any reason to go for the Tavascan unless you really wanted EV only, there are no benefits other than a bigger boot space from my pov
Great video Tish as always lovely looking car but the price as you said by the time you put all the goodies on the car there will not be much change out of £60.000 a lot of money but it looks really nice do they do a petrol .😂 ?
I think Cupra believe that their audience will like them. The worst thing however is that volume slider is on the left hand side… not the bottom like VW. Therefor your hand rests on it!!
@@AutoSocialUK yeah true I think it just confuses what CUPRA is supposed to represent. I’ve got the petrol CUPRA Leon and it actually feels like the sportier version of the VW Golf but the electric cars they’re bringing out just feel a little too held back 😔 it’s a really nice looking car though I’m a sucker for ambient lighting and curves leading into sharp edges. Add another 100ps and remove the haptics and I’d be throwing my wallet at it
@@AutoSocialUK it is beautiful which I forgot to put in my comment, also good review. I watched this video just moments before I closed my eyes I don't really remember my thoughts were.
Not watched this yet, but even if it's good, is it going to have a catastrophic residual value like its stable mates? It is a good-looking car, though...
The Tavascán is Chinese-built, but Cupra doesn’t plan to launch to the Chinese domestic market. Instead, this car will be sold there as the Volkswagen ID . UNYX.
I think plastic is quite toxic when it catches fire I thought the electric cars supposed to be eco-friendly. I wonder what the depreciation is after a year probably lose half it’s value not for me these people keep reviewing these electric cars has got to own one. To give an honest review these test drives a complete waste of time. Come back in 18 months when you’ve had it that long and then give you a review.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😤😤😤😤😤😤
About 15% - 20% actually. The reason there are so many journalists reviewing EV’s is because the vast majority of new cars being launched are EV’s. there are a few ICE cars, but not many compared to EV’s.
The Model Y is about as interesting to look at as the washing machines in my local Curry's.... Thankfully, some manufacturers are actually making their cars look interesting!
@@bryanduncan6178 Youre buying an ev to be a blissful daily that does all the work for you, you dont commute in an exciting weekend car you peon. Nobody wakes up and gets into their range rover going WOW what a beautiful exquisite piece of art. Its just a nice place to be and does the damn job.
Monthly payments for lease on this car is the same as the new Audi Q6 and Q8 etron why would anyone buy this cupra over the two have just mentioned?😂 Absolutely ridiculous price it’s the same as the ID4 but I bit more modern and better😂 crazy idiots. Technically this should be a flop. £800 plus a month for a car witch basically shares everything of the shitty ID4/5
Great review. I agree with Tish in that some aspects of the cars design are outdated. The overuse of haptic buttons is a turn off. The overall design of the Tavascan is attractive. The pricing structure may be a problem though. Basic items like heated seats shouldn’t be an add on.
The first UK Motoring Journalist to video review the New Model 😊
I moved quick with this one 😏
@@AutoSocialUKbeen waiting since 2019 lol since concept
Looks great. Cupra is starting to look like the best version of VAG options for the same underpinnings. VAG options packs drive me nuts though.
First review i saw about the tavas can. Nice job
Looks much nicer than the equivalent VW
Smart isn’t it!!!
A brilliant, fair and critical review. It's great that it is distinguishable from the other cars that it is based on. This is what the Stellantis Group should be doing.
I don’t know, my Peugeot E-2008 is quite a different car to a Vauxhall Mokka E which I’ve also driven, in terms of both appearance and driving dynamics. I imagine if you compared say a Citroen E-C4 with the new Alfa Romeo Junior that would be even more radically different. All share the same basic platform as do Cupra & Volkswagen in this instance.
It's a great size in the boot and in the back seats nice
Stunning car both inside and out. I think it looks amazing and it is my car of the year. I can not see any car kooking anywhere near as good as it.
Wow I’m so glad you like it Sharon!! It’s very unique and cool 👌🏼
@@AutoSocialUK Yes certainly is. Not that I can afford one. Will have to win the lotto first.
Thanks Tish. An informative, engaging and fair review. I hope manufacturers know that we want balanced reviews like yours.
I'm not in the market for a new car atm but this video would encourage me to consider the Tavascan
Lovely review Tish, very engaging and informative. The car looks lovely especially in that Blue with the contrasting Copper accents. The rear pillars remind me of the iX2, but work far better here (don’t like the BMW at all!). This will definitely go near the top of my list for next company car as I was already thinking about an Enyaq size EV next.
Really well presented review.... just a thought....maybe worth experimenting with the outside vocal mic you're using... there's sibilance and treble which to my ears negatively affects the overall voice quality.
It doesn't take long to get used to the haptic controls. I never have accidental "hits" in my Born. If anything, I would prefer that some of them were a touch more sensitive.
Love the daily uploads
Thanks for this excellent review. Clear and substantial! Beautiful car but also you made me convinced to stick to my Renault Megane E-tech which still proves a better build quality, padded interior materials and delivers 100 percent during northern Sweden’s more extreme winter climate.
Power and Beauty. A bit like yourself Tish!
Hahah thanks! 🙏🏼
I think the haptic buttons work very well and feel modern rather than outdated.
I do think this looks better than the ID5, whereas I prefer the ID3 to the Born. Would be interested to feel how it handles.
Thanks from Sweden🇸🇪🙏 really good review!
Looks amazing but those packs need to be included into the price! vz should have everything included for a higher price.. packs are no good sometimes you have options in different packs so its very hard to get all the tech you want in your new car so people don't bother.its a family car so give the kids heated seats cupra will sell more cars if the kids are happy
Nice car, nice review but forgot to talk about the drive modes and cupra button on the steering wheel.
Looking forward to the Raval.
Omg me too!! Although I miss the name Rebel
Excellent video Tish 👏🏻hope you have a great weekend 😀
Thank you Simon, do you like the Tavascan? Have a great weekend too!
@@AutoSocialUK yes 👍 thanks Tish😀
Great video Tish! Sennheiser audio system you say? That should be interesting!
I think they've nailed it with the Tavascan. Formentor was always a big presence when passing one on the road, and this is a bigger step up from that I think
Tish,what a beautiful car, you wouldn't even know it's an EV.
It definitely has a far less ‘electric’ look that it’s sibling at VW!
First review! Surprised I wasn’t bombarded with notifications, thought you jumped ahead of an embargo for a sec but surely not 😂
Nope! It’s a little crazy but I think it was a last minute event and there was only a few of us doing videos!
Looks very nice and great curves...
car not bad either 😎
Liked it best cos of the internal lighting!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I also don't like plasticky interiors, but environment and recycling processes thanks for that.
Tish is right, it’s definitely a wishbone not a spine. No heated seats on a £47k car, are Cupra having a laugh?
I see they have updated the infotainment system. Does it still sucks like in Born?
It’s slightly style over substance but it is stylish and that’ll suit some people just fine.
probably worth bearing in mind that cupra is part of the VW group and it also uses the same platform as the ID3
Unfortunately for some the ev market is not doing well. Most people are not buying them hence there are stocks gathering dust and manufacturers pulling back from them.
He brakes feel like that because the regen is spongy then the mechanical brakes are stronger, the calibration is off, or at least the regen can’t be made to feel like a traditional mechanical brake, same as on the Born and many other EVs.
I think its a good car but the price cheers Tish
Dont those bonnet vents direct air, increasing downforce? A shame if they dont channel through from the front
They look great, but what if you have snow four months in a year.
It's a nice looking car but that's about it... Not liking that "speedo" monitor.. I currently have a formentor, wonder if they will add back lighting to the volume slider in the current models😊
The design is certainly eye-catching, though how do you think it will age?!
I think it will age ok on the outside… the interior is questionable 🤔
I love Tish's car reviews. always well thought out and honest. I know I'll get stick for this but not pronouncing THs properly does my head in
FRU loading instead of through
SMOOVE instead of smooth
Sorry 😔
Omg don’t, I’m completely aware of this but I think it’s my dyslexia. As soon as the camera is on I pronounce anything TH as F and anything F as TH 😂😂 I’m really trying to stop it I promise!!
@@AutoSocialUK I'm horrible I know that! My step daughter does it all the time too. I'm such an old grump 😕
Looks good if a little over-styled.
The shape of the car is cool ... 👍
.... but they have to drop the copper accents ( I know that it sounds sorta familiar ... Cupra - copper ... however, the copper is not much of a metal ... and the vibe is rather sad).
Also, normal door handles would be a decent & positive step back ( and forward - overall ). Exactly like the buttons on the steering wheel.
Finally, a bit of psychology: sharp angles are not always projecting masculinity ... but ... mostly ... are iritating the eye (exactly like the sharp angles of the sewing model of the handbag Miu Miu Wander matelassé).
Their successful model ... Leon .... has enough masculinity with rather curved lines (my fav being the first generation ... which had enough charisma in it - that it also served well its epigone, Mazda 3 Hatch ... ) ... and ... also ... over 2 millions units sold. 😉
Great looking car, buy I'm not sure it's worth the premium over the ID.5?
It'll be interesting to see how much this will be to lease? The ID.5 is available for under £450 a month....
If it's same will sell brilliantly
Looks a great car, but that options list does mean a crazy expensive car at the end
Right??? 😳😳
Good car & baeatiful ✅🌎🚗
If the packs are expensive then its a no alot should be included.. there not audi bmw or mercedes level
As a Formentor owner I don't see any reason to go for the Tavascan unless you really wanted EV only, there are no benefits other than a bigger boot space from my pov
With solar panels we can drive for free. Of course if u don't go for long trips
Great video Tish as always lovely looking car but the price as you said by the time you put all the goodies on the car there will not be much change out of £60.000 a lot of money but it looks really nice do they do a petrol .😂 ?
Yup…. That was exactly my thought process, I was most gutted about heated seats!! Haha no petrol on this one unfortunately
Looks decent but the price point is more expensive than a Model Y
Touch buttons lol. Vw group must have alot left over stock. Dump it on the cupra lol. NO PROBLEM!
I think Cupra believe that their audience will like them. The worst thing however is that volume slider is on the left hand side… not the bottom like VW. Therefor your hand rests on it!!
I’m actually disappointed with that 0-60 time on the AWD. I guess the weight of it really doesn’t help but with 340ps I would have expected 4.5-4.8
Yes I know what you mean but this is a very big car. Although they could have at least got it to match the ID5 GTX
@@AutoSocialUK yeah true I think it just confuses what CUPRA is supposed to represent. I’ve got the petrol CUPRA Leon and it actually feels like the sportier version of the VW Golf but the electric cars they’re bringing out just feel a little too held back 😔 it’s a really nice looking car though I’m a sucker for ambient lighting and curves leading into sharp edges. Add another 100ps and remove the haptics and I’d be throwing my wallet at it
DOA with the touch steering wheel buttons. What a shame 😢
Another fine video, but Taylored to the wealthy as these car prices, for EV's are mortgage busting prices.
Yes I can’t say I’m surprised but I wished there would be options that started under 40K
Looks a bit like Porsche
Another great EV Cupra, but have lost the rear window wiper😔. Plus being over £40k will be hit with high road tax in the UK
2025.
Hello Tish
I'm fine with plastic as long as it does'nt look like plastic.
It’s at least textured
Has some designs, though it could be better.
What would you like to have seen?
@@AutoSocialUK it is beautiful which I forgot to put in my comment, also good review. I watched this video just moments before I closed my eyes I don't really remember my thoughts were.
It's not a bad looking car
it's a shame that most spanish people can never afford a car like this.
Most people in any country unfortunately
Would have been amazing as a hybrid but EV’s are not good enough move expensive and less range
Haptic buttons !! It’s a no from me then
Not watched this yet, but even if it's good, is it going to have a catastrophic residual value like its stable mates? It is a good-looking car, though...
AVOID at all costs. Cupra can't sell electric cars and some dealers are reducing NEW cars by 20%. If you own one sell it quickly.
Rubbish
@@cuffs1971 Really ? Look at Cupra Cardiff then. I was offered £18k for a 2022 V2 spec car with 4000 miles in perfect condition.
The Tavascán is Chinese-built, but Cupra doesn’t plan to launch to the Chinese domestic market.
Instead, this car will be sold there as the Volkswagen ID . UNYX.
That’s very interesting, thank you Dave!
Nice but not worth 60k when kitted out
Its like you Tish Beautiful.
47k with no heated seats and hard plastic interior. Taking the piss
NO review of smart ?
#1 or #3? I’ve reached out to Smart a ton of times and they just don’t involve me in anything unfortunately. Shame because I love the cars.
@@AutoSocialUK pitty car is great
Such a shame the world made a big mistake on the future of automotive vehicles.
Wouldn’t buy a car with haptic feedback button
I would urge you to spend time with a car with them but I completely understand that decision
@@AutoSocialUK think I’ll stick to my BMW 2 series active tourer which I love
It’s a bit chintzy isn’t it 😅 it’s for people who like led lighting strips all over their house 🤢 also 2.2 tonnes 😧😧😧
Also, good review ❤
It's still a MEB car and a such not the best quality and ergonomics/controls.
I think plastic is quite toxic when it catches fire I thought the electric cars supposed to be eco-friendly. I wonder what the depreciation is after a year probably lose half it’s value not for me these people keep reviewing these electric cars has got to own one. To give an honest review these test drives a complete waste of time. Come back in 18 months when you’ve had it that long and then give you a review.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😤😤😤😤😤😤
47000 what the heck
Light signature is just a gimmick with serves no purpose whatsoever
Range isn’t good enough yet.
I thought 350 was pretty good!
@@AutoSocialUK it’s not bad for electric but for cars in general it’s low. When they start getting over 450 then it’s a real
Consideration for me.
TBH i Think EVs biggest breakthrough is monopolizing car journals, when in reality they are like what, less than 5% than vehicles sold?
Not huge numbers but electric cars accounted for around 17.8% of all new cars sold in the UK in 2023.
About 15% - 20% actually. The reason there are so many journalists reviewing EV’s is because the vast majority of new cars being launched are EV’s. there are a few ICE cars, but not many compared to EV’s.
buying this car is the best way to support CCP.
Yet again. Just buy a model Y.
Fair point here however, there is ALOT more going on to look at than a model Y… people like that!
The Model Y is about as interesting to look at as the washing machines in my local Curry's....
Thankfully, some manufacturers are actually making their cars look interesting!
Great inside, but a lot of people think they're very ugly
@@bryanduncan6178 Youre buying an ev to be a blissful daily that does all the work for you, you dont commute in an exciting weekend car you peon. Nobody wakes up and gets into their range rover going WOW what a beautiful exquisite piece of art. Its just a nice place to be and does the damn job.
Who ever is in charge of policing comments on AutoSocial is an absolute nonce. Stop deleting comments with mild colourful language.
Monthly payments for lease on this car is the same as the new Audi Q6 and Q8 etron why would anyone buy this cupra over the two have just mentioned?😂
Absolutely ridiculous price it’s the same as the ID4 but I bit more modern and better😂 crazy idiots.
Technically this should be a flop. £800 plus a month for a car witch basically shares everything of the shitty ID4/5