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Cupra Raval vs Dongfeng BOX
Selected trimStandard193 mi · 42 kWh · £20,000
At a glance
In this comparison, Cupra Raval leads on charging speed, while the Dongfeng BOX leads on value for money, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Cupra Raval if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Dongfeng BOX if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Dongfeng BOX leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueDongfeng
Cupra
5.2
Dongfeng
6.1
Motorway Range
Cupra
4.2
Dongfeng
4.3
Too close to call
Family
Cupra
5.1
Dongfeng
5.1
Too close to call
ChargingCupra
Cupra
6.3
Dongfeng
4
Cost Per MileDongfeng
Cupra
7.7
Dongfeng
8.2
City DrivingDongfeng
Cupra
8
Dongfeng
8.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Dongfeng BOXBase |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £26,995 | £20,000 (better) |
| Official range | 204 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Boot space | 441 L (better) | 326 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 23 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec (better) | 12.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Cupra Raval
Dongfeng BOX
Length
Cupra Raval4,046mm
Dongfeng BOX4,020mm-26mm
Width
Cupra Raval1,784mm-26mm
Dongfeng BOX1,810mm
Height
Cupra Raval1,514mm-56mm
Dongfeng BOX1,570mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Dongfeng BOXBase |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,046 mm | 4,020 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,784 mm (better) | 1,810 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,000 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,514 mm | 1,570 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 616 mm spare (better) | 590 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Dongfeng BOXBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 441 L (better) | 326 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 945 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 500 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Cupra Raval
- 3rd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 441 L.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
Dongfeng BOX
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cupra Raval V1 37kWh |  Dongfeng BOX Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.05m | 4.02m-26mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.81m+26mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.00m | Not available |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.57m+56mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.60m+1mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 441L (better) | 326L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 945L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 1,589kg | 1,312kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 500kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 38.5kWh | 42kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 204 mi (better) | 193 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 88kW | 88kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £26,995 | £20,000 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £25,495 (-£1,500) | £20,000 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
* Cupra Raval: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Dongfeng BOXBase |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 204 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 139 miles | 160 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 23 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 88 kW | 88 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7 kW |
| Energy consumption | 138 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 37 kWh | 42 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Dongfeng BOXBase |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec (better) | 12.5 sec |
| Power | 99 kW (better) | 70 kW |
| Torque | 264 Nm (better) | 160 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - Dongfeng BOX Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant69%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users67%
Safety Assist77%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Buying options
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Cupra Raval
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Dongfeng BOX
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Cupra Raval worth the extra £6,995 over the Dongfeng BOX?
The Cupra Raval costs £6,995 more than the Dongfeng BOX. For that premium it adds 115 litres more boot space and a 3.0s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Dongfeng BOX comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Cupra Raval or the Dongfeng BOX?
The Dongfeng BOX is £6,995 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Dongfeng BOX comes out roughly £6,995 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Cupra Raval and Dongfeng BOX like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 139 miles for the Cupra Raval and 160 miles for the Dongfeng BOX - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Dongfeng BOX goes roughly 22 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 23-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cupra Raval or the Dongfeng BOX?
The two are within 26 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 616 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Raval and about 590 mm of total clearance for the Dongfeng BOX.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Cupra Raval or the Dongfeng BOX?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Cupra Raval and 90% for the Dongfeng BOX. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .