Cupra Terramar Spied For The First Time Disguised As Audi Q3

Earlier this 12 months, Cupra previewed a model new upcoming crossover with the Terramar idea in the course of the Unstoppable Impulse occasion in June. Named after a coastal city close to Barcelona, that mannequin is now below improvement and we’ve the very first spy photographs exhibiting an early prototype. Don’t fear – what you see within the gallery beneath shouldn’t be merely an Audi Q3 however a Terramar trial automobile utilizing good camouflage. 

Our photographers caught this take a look at automotive within the Alps the place Volkswagen Group often begins the testing procedures of its future fashions. That is clearly the physique of an Audi Q3 however at the least the entrance fascia options some parts which might be unique to the Cupra model. Extra exactly, the form of the bumper reminds us of different Cupra merchandise, which possible means the automaker is already testing some manufacturing parts regardless of the Q3 mule.

As soon as the manufacturing design is accomplished, we don’t anticipate to see any similarities between the Spanish crossover and its German cousin. Cupra now has its personal design language with what might be described as a grille-less face as a result of reality there’s no higher grille on the entrance fascia. Triangular LED lighting components give the brand new Cupra merchandise a particular lighting signature and this styling is anticipated to hold over to the manufacturing model of the Terramar.

The brand new SUV will play a vital function within the firm’s lineup. Whereas it is going to be offered as an ICE-powered various to the all-electric Tavascan, it’s anticipated to turn out to be the ultimate new Cupra automobile with a combustion engine below the hood. Sharing the MQB platform with the Q3, the Terramar is anticipated to be accessible with mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains with the latter estimated to have as much as 62 miles (100 kilometers) of vary on a single cost. Many of the particulars surrounding that electrified powertrain are a thriller for now, however phrase on the road is its output might be within the area of 270 horsepower (199 kilowatts). 

That is clearly an early prototype of the Terramar and we anticipate to start seeing much more take a look at autos within the coming weeks and months. The market launch of the SUV is scheduled for 2024, which implies we’re most likely a couple of 12 months away from its official debut.