The Cupra Tavascan VZ: an adrenalin rush
The Cupra Tavascan is a VW ID.5 with attitude. Above all, this electric SUV has a lot of intensity in its most powerful VZ version. It even has a trim level labelled Adrénaline, which clearly indicates its ambitions. As the year drew to a close in 2024, the cold weather didn't deter me from holding onto the Cupra Tavascan VZ Adrénaline. Firstly, it's equipped with all-wheel drive courtesy of its pair of electric motors. Additionally, its 77kWh battery (82kWh gross) is optimized for exterior design to ensure a smooth driving experience with a long range. The result is a vehicle with 340hp (250kW) divided between a 286hp rear motor, which leads the pack, and a 109hp front motor. When riding in everyday conditions, the Tavascan VZ functions primarily as a rear-wheel drive. However, during intense acceleration and spirited driving, the front motor is engaged, bringing balance to the vehicle and mitigating the tendency for the rear to feel uncontrolled. But let's not ...