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CUPRA Tavascan MY26: New Base Variant from $55,490, Three Specs

By Danny Thai|June 30, 2026
CUPRA Tavascan front three quarter
CUPRA Tavascan front top view

Key Points

  • CUPRA Australia is adding a new entry-level Tavascan V from $55,490, powered by a 140kW rear motor and 58kWh LFP battery with 414km of WLTP range.
  • The updated MY26 range arrives in Australia from late August 2026, with the Endurance at $66,490 and the VZ at $75,490.
  • All three variants gain a larger 10.25-inch digital driver display and physical steering wheel buttons, replacing the previous haptic touch controls.

CUPRA Australia has confirmed pricing and specifications for the updated MY26 Tavascan lineup, headlined by a new entry variant called the Tavascan V. The three-model range starts from $55,490 and arrives in Australia from late August 2026.

The Tavascan V brings a lower price point to CUPRA's electric SUV range, while the existing Endurance and VZ receive additional standard equipment and a technology update across the board.

MY26 Tavascan Pricing

Variant

Drive

Power

RRP (before on-roads)

Tavascan V

RWD

140kW

$55,490

Tavascan Endurance

RWD

210kW

$66,490

Tavascan VZ

AWD

250kW

$75,490

Optional extras include the Extreme Pack for the VZ at $8,000, premium paint at $800, and matte paint at $3,150. Midnight Black Metallic is now included at no extra cost, and Dark Void is available across the full range.

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Tavascan V: New Entry-Level Variant

The Tavascan V is a new rear-wheel-drive variant built around a 140kW electric motor and a 58kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery. CUPRA quotes a WLTP range of approximately 414km for Australian conditions.

DC fast charging tops out at 105kW, with a 10-to-80 percent charge taking approximately 26 minutes under ideal conditions. AC charging is supported at 11kW. The V also supports V2L (vehicle-to-load) at 3.6kW via a Type 2 adapter, and Plug and Charge via ISO 15118.

Performance figures from European spec show 0-100km/h in 8.6 seconds and a top speed of 160km/h. Torque output is 350Nm. Australian performance figures are not confirmed at time of publication.

Standard equipment on the V closely mirrors what was previously available on the Endurance with its optional Interior Package. That includes memory and heated front seats, Sennheiser premium audio, Dark Night Dinamica seat trim, a 360-degree camera, and 20-inch Heckla alloy wheels.

CUPRA Tavascan interior
CUPRA Tavascan seats
CUPRA Tavascan new digital cockpit

Tavascan Endurance: Interior Package Now Standard

The Endurance uses a 210kW rear motor and 77kWh battery. CUPRA quotes an updated WLTP range of approximately 520km for MY26. Note: the CUPRA Australia website currently shows a pre-update figure of 531km; the 520km figure is from CUPRA's MY26 product announcement.

The previously optional Interior Package is now included as standard on the Endurance, adding value without a price increase. The Endurance also gains launch control for MY26, a feature previously reserved for the VZ.

DC fast charging on the Endurance is rated at 135kW, per the CUPRA Australia configurator.

Tavascan VZ: Dual Motor Flagship

The VZ uses a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system producing 250kW. CUPRA quotes a WLTP range of approximately 509km for MY26, or 477km with the optional Extreme Pack fitted. The VZ reaches 0-100km/h in 5.5 seconds.

Like the Endurance, the VZ gains launch control as standard for MY26. DC fast charging is rated at 135kW.

Specification

Tavascan V

Tavascan Endurance

Tavascan VZ

Motor

140kW RWD

210kW RWD

250kW AWD

Battery

58kWh LFP

77kWh

77kWh

WLTP Range (MY26)

~414km

~520km

~509km

0-100km/h

8.6 sec (EU spec)

6.8 sec

5.5 sec

Torque

350Nm

N/A

N/A

DC Fast Charging (max)

105kW

135kW

135kW

AC Charging

11kW

11kW

11kW

V2L

3.6kW

3.6kW

3.6kW

Length/Width/Height

4644/1861/1597mm

4644/1861/1597mm

4644/1861/1597mm

Wheelbase

2766mm

2766mm

2766mm

Boot space

540L

540L

540L

Towing (braked)

1000kg

N/A

N/A

Euro NCAP (2024)

5 stars (89% adult)

5 stars

5 stars

Launch control

No

Yes (new for MY26)

Yes

RRP

$55,490

$66,490

$75,490

CUPRA Tavascan VZ all-wheel drive
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Technology Updates Across the Range

Every MY26 Tavascan receives a 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit, replacing the previous 5.3-inch driver display. The new screen offers more customisation options and improved visibility of key vehicle information.

The multifunction steering wheel switches from haptic touch controls to physical buttons, addressing a common criticism raised about the current model.

Update

Detail

Driver display

10.25 inch Digital Cockpit (up from 5.3 inch)

Steering wheel

Physical buttons replace haptic controls

Phone charging

Redesigned wireless charging housing

Air vents

Electrically operated, replacing manual

Driver aids

Speed sign recognition added

Software

Infotainment and audio system refinements

Availability

All three MY26 Tavascan variants are due in Australia from late August 2026. CUPRA Australia has not confirmed delivery timelines beyond that window.

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