CUPRA Raval V2 Launch Edition Review

[jezyg]

What is it?



The Raval is CUPRA’s first small EV, sitting below the Born and aimed at delivering everyday usability, strong efficiency, and the signature Cupra driving feel in a smaller footprint. Parked next to my current Ibiza, it is taller and slightly wider. Overall, it looks slightly bigger, but those upgrading from Ibiza will notice increased interior space and a larger boot. The Plasma Iridescent metallic paint gives the Raval a chameleon-like metallic finish that shifts between deep purple, graphite grey and black depending on the light, giving the Raval an almost holographic presence on the road.



This V2 Launch Edition is the current best trim for specifications as a launch model, with electric seats, dynamic interior lighting, Sennheiser audio, 19” wheels, all bundled at the same price as a V2. This will be replaced by the standard V2 trim, losing the drive pack and matrix LED lights, with different 19” Maverick alloy wheels, but the Vandal alloy wheels will...

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[Syphon]

Thanks for the review @jezyg !

Scott

 

[jezyg]

Thanks for the review @jezyg !

Scott

Thanks for asking - enjoyed it and supporting Seatcupra.net!

 

[RPGWiZaRD]

Thanks for review!

This might be the first one I see in Plasma color without black roof and I like it, looks great from the picture from behind. I find it interesting how it's a +400€ extra for black roof and +850€ (!) extra for Vandal rims in Finland compared to +£0 and £90 respectively in UK. I think my mind starts to selectively "prefer" the look without those options based on the cost factor alone. haha