Overview
The 2026 CUPRA Raval is a subcompact electric hatchback from Spain’s CUPRA, manufactured in Martorell, Spain. Unveiled April 9, 2026, for a summer launch, it combines distinctive styling with practical cargo space. The entry-level 85-kW version is called Origin in Britain, where availability is now anticipated in 2027.
Technical Specifications
Entry-level launch specifications remain provisional, not specifications from the more powerful V1 or VZ.
| Specification | Base configuration |
|---|---|
| Body style | Five-door hatchback |
| Model year | 2026 launch specification |
| Manufactured in | Spain |
| Battery capacity | 37 kWh usable, LFP. Gross capacity unconfirmed |
| Electric range | Approximately 186 miles, provisional WLTP |
| Combined range | Approximately 186 miles WLTP, no EPA rating |
| Top speed | Unconfirmed |
| Acceleration | 0–62 mph unconfirmed |
| Power | 114 hp, 85 kW |
| Torque | Unconfirmed |
| Power type | Battery-electric, single motor |
| Drive type | Front-wheel drive |
| Length × width × height | 159.3 × 70.2 × 59.8 inches, excluding mirrors |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 inches |
| Cargo volume | 15.6 cubic feet, European published volume, not SAE |
| Payload | Unconfirmed |
| Curb weight | Unconfirmed |
| Charging | 11 kW AC, 50 kW DC. Charging time unconfirmed |
Exterior Design
A shark-nose front, sculpted sides and rear diffuser establish its athletic appearance. Air curtains, flush handles and a roof spoiler manage airflow. Origin specifies 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights and three-dimensional rear lighting. Paint choices include Fiord Blue, Glacial White, Midnight Black and Magnetic Tech Grey. Body-panel materials are unconfirmed.
Interior and Features
A 10.25-inch instrument display accompanies a 12.9-inch Android-based touchscreen. Origin includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, manually adjusted textile sport seats and single-zone climate control. Adaptive cruise control, lane assistance, automatic emergency braking, driver monitoring and rear parking sensors are specified. Seat-center fabrics incorporate recycled material.
Performance and Driving Experience
Sport suspension and progressive steering prioritize agility, although confirmed base-version ride impressions remain unavailable. Regenerative braking supports one-pedal driving. Origin lists Range, Comfort, Performance, CUPRA and Individual modes. Base efficiency remains unconfirmed, and VZ adaptive dampers should not be assumed standard.
Pricing
No US MSRP is published. These estimated USD equivalents use Britain’s June 2026 manufacturer list, including 20% VAT, delivery, registration and first-year road tax, before grants. Conversion uses $1.35317997294 per pound, dated November 8, 2026. Origin’s published price does not establish 2026 availability.
- Origin 37 kWh: $32,185.39
- V1 37 kWh: $36,529.09
- V2 37 kWh: $40,027.06
- V1 52 kWh: $40,588.63
- V2 52 kWh: $44,086.60
- V2 Launch Edition 52 kWh: $44,086.60
- VZ 52 kWh: $47,354.53
- VZ Extreme 52 kWh: $49,133.96
Market Positioning and Competitors
The Raval targets style-conscious urban EV buyers. Renault’s 5 E-Tech and Peugeot’s E-208 are direct alternatives. Its published cargo volume exceeds their respective 11.5 and 10.9 cubic feet, although measurement details matter. The Renault is approximately five inches shorter. Peugeot offers up to 268 miles WLTP, substantially exceeding the base Raval’s provisional range. Origin’s 50-kW DC ceiling also limits its long-distance appea
