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Mazda CX-5, BMW X3, MG S6 EV and Cupra Formentor All Score Five Stars With ANCAP
ANCAP hands maximum ratings to four family SUVs in a single sweep under its outgoing 2023-25 protocols. The all-new Mazda CX-5 posts a 93 per cent vulnerable road user score, the highest of any car tested in the entire 2023-25 protocol era. The MG S6 EV tops the batch for adult occupant protection at 92 per cent. The updated Cupra Formentor five-star result covers cars built from December 2025 onwards but excludes both the five-cylinder VZ5 and any four-cylinder ordered with the Extreme Package (the Sabelt bucket seats stop the centre airbag from fitting). BMW X3 (petrol G45) also confirmed at five stars, ratings apply to the current on-sale shape. Everything here sits under the older protocols, the tougher 2026 rules kicked in earlier this month and the BMW iX3 has become the first car to clear them.
2026 Cupra Leon VZx Sportstourer: 245kW AWD Hot Wagon From $67,490, Orders Open Late June
Cupra Australia opens the Leon VZx Sportstourer order book. Flagship 2.0L turbo with 245kW/420Nm, 7-speed DSG and 4Drive AWD, rear torque-splitting differential with a dedicated drift mode. $67,490 before on-roads, $72,490 driveaway national launch offer. Optional Extreme Pack ($7,600) adds Akebono brakes, matrix LED with graphic projection and Sabelt buckets, panoramic sunroof $2,000. Claimed 4.8s 0-100km/h, 250km/h top speed, WLTP combined fuel 8.3-8.4 L/100km (European data). 4,656mm long wagon body, 470L boot, 1,045L with rear seats folded. 5yr unlimited km warranty plus 5 years roadside. ANCAP carry-over rating dates to 2020. Orders open late June 2026, first Australian deliveries September.
2026 Cupra Leon Ve: 123km Electric Range PHEV Hatch From $62,990
Cupra's new second-gen plug-in hybrid hatch lands from $62,990 before on-roads. 123km WLTP electric range from a 20kWh battery, 150kW/350Nm, 7.7s 0-100, 11kW AC plus DC fast charging for the first time. 5yr warranty, deliveries June 2026.
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